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Taiko Drums – Japanese Percussions
Taiko Drums exist and have been used in Japan for over 2,000 years. Some experts believe that it came to Japan in the 5th century under the influence of Buddhism from China. As a percussion, it is the most primitive instrument and it is believed that it was used as a means of communication or… Read more
Who is the legendary Momotaro?
The story of Momotaro (the peach boy) is a classic Japanese fairy tale that dates back to the Edo period of Japanese history. It has managed to last for centuries thanks to its simplistic way of conveying: adventure, camaraderie, courage and respect. At this point, you’re probably wondering why the alias, Momotaro? (peach boy) Well,… Read more
Kiku – Chrysanthemum – Symbol of Japan
The Chrysanthemum, or Kiku in Japanese, is a symbol that represents longevity and rejuvenation. This flower came to Japan from China around the s. VI as a medicinal plant and it was during the Nara Period (710 – 793 AD) that this flower began to be cultivated. Later, in the 12th century, during the Kamakura… Read more
困ったなあ – This is wrong / Learn Japanese
困ったなあ – Komattanaa This is going wrong. ———————————– It is used when you don’t know what to do in a difficult situation. ———————————– A. 困ったなあ。鍵が見つからない。 こまったなあ。かぎがみつからない。 This is going wrong. I can’t find my keys. B. カバンの中をもう一度探してみたら? カバンのなかをもういちどさがしてみたら？ Look again in your bag. Read more
TOP 6 – BOOKS by JAPANESE AUTHORS – Recommendations
Today we want to recommend 6 authors of Japanese literature, some classics and other contemporaries. The books by these Japanese authors have seemed very interesting and a good guide to learn about Japanese thought and culture. Do you want to know what they are? Find out in this video! Read more
Japan and the Tokyo 2020+1 Olympics
Fifty-seven years ago, Tokyo held the opening of its first Olympic Games. It was a very important moment for Japan, a turning point as the Olympic Games saw the country emerge from the devastating consequences of World War II as a united and peaceful member of the international community, a global industrial power and an… Read more
Japan Martial Arts
The Japanese Martial Arts are, without a doubt, a topic of great interest when we refer to Japanese culture. Basically, we can divide Japanese martial arts into 2 broad categories based on how they came into being. Before the Meiji Restoration: Koryū (古流: こりゅう) and after the Meiji Restoration: Gendai budō (現代武道: げんだいぶどう) Some of… Read more
A humanoid robot that prepares packed lunches in Japan
In 2018, the company RT Co. , Ltd. announced a prototype of a collaborative humanoid service robot, which they call Foodly , and which organizes the food included in the packed lunches, better known in Japan as ” bento “. With this robot, RT Co. is challenging technological development in cutting-edge AI and robotics. Foodly… Read more
気分が悪い – I feel bad / Learn Japanese
気分が悪い – Kibun ga warui I feel bad ———————————– Phrase that is used when you have some ailment or discomfort such as dizziness, nausea, etc. ———————————– A. 大丈夫ですか。気分が悪いんですか。 だいじょうぶですか。きぶんがわるいんですか。 Are you okay? You feel bad? B. ありがとうございます。大丈夫です。 ありがとうございます。だいじょうぶです。 Yes thank you I’m fine. Read more
How to Attend an Onsen in Japan
Going to an Onsen in Japan can seem like a very complicated experience: the language, the manners, the cultural differences… But fear not! Everyone goes to the onsen to relax and have a good time, so the atmosphere is very calm and surely other people will seek to help them. Anyway, it is a good… Read more