Culture
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Kimigayo 君が代 Explained: Lyrics and Meaning of Japan’s National Anthem
Learn About Kimigayo: The Oldest National Anthem in the World Japan’s national anthem, Kimigayo 君が代 , is one of the oldest and shortest national […]
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Express Your Love 💖 How to Say I Love You in Japanese
Today we open our hearts and teach you how to express you love in Japanese – welcome to our guide on how to say I love you in Japanese.
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Tanabata Festival たなばた (七夕) // Everything You Need To Know
Want to learn all about Tanabata, from the legend behind the festival to the food and decorations? Also want to learn Japanese vocab related to Tanabata?
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Omikuji || Interpret your fortune in traditional Japanese way
How to Read an Omikuji and Interpret Your Fortune Are you interested in fortune-telling? Omikuji ( ) is a traditional Japanese practice of fortune […]
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A Basic Guide to Japanese Makeup (+ New Vocabulary & Flashcards)
If you want to learn how to wear makeup like Japanese people, let’s learn the basics of Japanese makeup, current trends, and some useful vocabulary today.
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A Traveller’s Guide to Weather in Japan
The weather in Japan is very easy to plan for, with four distinct seasons but very different climates and temperatures from north to south.
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How Do the Japanese Celebrate Valentine’s Day? || Find Out First
Valentine’s Day in Japan is quite different from the West. Let’s take a look at the big day, it’s history in Japan and also discover what White Day is too.
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The Kimono Through Time || Everything You Need to Know about this Japanese Icon
From Kimono to Couture: The Evolution of Japanese Fashion PLUS Modern Japanese Street Fashion No matter how familiar you are with Japanese culture, you’ve […]
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10 Reasons Why Enoshima Island is the Perfect Destination for Your Trip
Enoshima Island (江ノ島) is a small island which is located in Kanagawa Prefecture. This makes a great day trip from Tokyo and in this article we explain why.
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Top 8 ⛩️ Shrines and Temples to Visit in Tokyo and Kyoto
The 8 Most Exciting Shrines and Temples to Explore in Japan! Planning a trip to Japan? Want to soak in some of the Shinto […]
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Japanese Cooking || Our Top 5 Youtube Channels for Learning to Cook Japanese Cuisine
Learn How to Cook Japanese Food from the Best of the Best Japanese Youtubers Do you love to eat Japanese food? Want to learn […]
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Our Top 9 Japanese Manga Recommendations || Beginner to Advanced Level Japanese
Want to read manga in Japanese? Here are LTL’s best 9 manga recommendations for each level of learner.
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Senbazuru || The Art of Folding a Thousand Paper Cranes
Would you fold 1000 paper cranes for a wish? Welcome to the art of Senbazaru. Discover the rich history and cultural significance of paper cranes in Japan.
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The Art of Stealth and Bushido || Samurai and Ninjas: Who Were They REALLY?
From Shadows to Swords: Uncovering the History of Ninjas and Samurai in Japan For non-Japanese folk, the terms samurai and ninja are very familiar, […]
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What is Ukiyo-e 浮世絵? || The Story of Japan’s Most FAMOUS Artwork
Do you want to know more about Japan’s most famous work of art? What is so special about an image of a tsunami wave? Let’s answer all these questions and more!