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Introduction

Welcome, and thank you for visiting!

I started this blog to share what everyday life is like for ordinary people in Japan. Many of the things we do may seem small or normal to us—but they reflect something very special: a deep sense of respect, kindness, and mindfulness toward others. I believe these qualities are among the most beautiful parts of Japanese culture.While much information about Japan focuses on tourist spots, food, and shopping, the true heart of Japan lies in the unnoticed details of daily life. Through this blog, I hope to give you a deeper look at the culture and values behind what we do every day.

Recent Posts

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  Hanami: A Celebration of Cherry Blossoms in Japan
  What Sakura Means to the Japanese For Japanese people, cherry blossoms—sakura—hold… Read more: Hanami: A Celebration of Cherry Blossoms in Japan
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  Prayers and Celebrations: How Japanese Families Mark Milestones in a Child’s Life
  Shichi-Go-San, First Shrine Visit, and Other Traditional Rites of Passage in… Read more: Prayers and Celebrations: How Japanese Families Mark Milestones in a Child’s Life
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  Why Japan Is So Clean: Everyday Habits and Cultural Values Behind Spotless Streets”
  Introduction : A Clean First Impression One of the first things… Read more: Why Japan Is So Clean: Everyday Habits and Cultural Values Behind Spotless Streets”
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  Shakyo (写経): The Art of Hand-Copying Buddhist Sutras
  At many Buddhist temples in Japan, you may come across posters… Read more: Shakyo (写経): The Art of Hand-Copying Buddhist Sutras
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  “BON : 盆” – the Day the Deceased and Ancestors Are Prayed
  Bon Holidays In Japan, we have a custom of taking consecutive… Read more: “BON : 盆” – the Day the Deceased and Ancestors Are Prayed
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  Furusato ふるさと: The Deep Japanese Sentiment Toward One’s Hometown
  When Japanese people hear the word “Furusato”, it evokes a deep… Read more: Furusato ふるさと: The Deep Japanese Sentiment Toward One’s Hometown

• 
  Hanami: A Celebration of Cherry Blossoms in Japan
  What Sakura Means to the Japanese For Japanese people, cherry… Read more: Hanami: A Celebration of Cherry Blossoms in Japan
• 
  Prayers and Celebrations: How Japanese Families Mark Milestones in a Child’s Life
  Shichi-Go-San, First Shrine Visit, and Other Traditional Rites of Passage… Read more: Prayers and Celebrations: How Japanese Families Mark Milestones in a Child’s Life
• 
  Why Japan Is So Clean: Everyday Habits and Cultural Values Behind Spotless Streets”
  Introduction : A Clean First Impression One of the first… Read more: Why Japan Is So Clean: Everyday Habits and Cultural Values Behind Spotless Streets”
• 
  Shakyo (写経): The Art of Hand-Copying Buddhist Sutras
  At many Buddhist temples in Japan, you may come across… Read more: Shakyo (写経): The Art of Hand-Copying Buddhist Sutras
• 
  “BON : 盆” – the Day the Deceased and Ancestors Are Prayed
  Bon Holidays In Japan, we have a custom of taking… Read more: “BON : 盆” – the Day the Deceased and Ancestors Are Prayed
• 
  Furusato ふるさと: The Deep Japanese Sentiment Toward One’s Hometown
  When Japanese people hear the word “Furusato”, it evokes a… Read more: Furusato ふるさと: The Deep Japanese Sentiment Toward One’s Hometown