Born almost a century before the start of the Edo era, Sen no Rikyū is generally recognised as the...
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Cherry Blossom Viewing in Japan where to go and what to see
As the days are slowly slipping from the cold crispness of winter towards the pleasant freshness of...
Bean-throwing at Setsubun
Celebrate the Japanese festival of Setsubun and bring good luck for the year ahead by joining in...
What is Bellmark?
“Supporting a productive environment for all children to study.” The Bellmark foundation was...
A date to remember
What will you do on 14th February this year? These ideas work well for new romances, established...
Tips and tricks for learning Japanese
Have you made a New Year’s resolution to improve your Japanese, but aren’t quite sure how to go...
Osechi Ryori
The food eaten at New Year in Japan is meaningful as well as delicious, with each dish having its...
Ringing in the New Year
How is the new year celebrated in Japan? Find out more about this very special time of year for...
Valentine’s Day Japan
Everyone knows Valentine’s Day – the holiday of love, couples and a lot of commercial...
The world’s love affair with wagyu
When it comes to Japanese beef, the various brands and grades can be pretty puzzling. Chase away...