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Shiritori – A play on words
Shiritori (しりとり/尻取り) literally means “take the end.” It is a word chain game in which each player says a word that begins with the final syllable of the… Continue Reading
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Setsubun – Throwing Beans
Setsubun means “day between two seasons”. It is a celebration that takes place in Japan one day before the first day of spring in the current calendar, usually… Continue Reading
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Ikanoosushi: A Road Education Plan for Child Safety in Japan
In Japan, to protect children and students on the streets, schools together with the Metropolitan Police Department have created a program on the prevention of crimes against minors.… Continue Reading
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Hanamaru – School Grades
One of the things that confused me when my son started elementary school in Japan was the way teachers grade homework and schoolwork. Where I come from, when… Continue Reading
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Calendars in Japan
If you have ever bought a calendar or diary in Japan, you will have noticed that, in addition to having the numbers and indications of the holidays, there… Continue Reading
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Gateball – ゲートボール (門球)
Gateball is a sport inspired by croquet. It can be played by anyone, although in Japan it is very popular among older adults. It is usually written ゲートボール… Continue Reading
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