Culture

About Japanese Culture

Japan is an archipelagic country blessed with rich nature of oceans, lakes, mountains, and forests. From ancient times, Japan has nurtured a unique culture, with some foreign influences. The tools, techniques, customs, and festivals that have been passed down through the ages and cultivated by tradition and technology are often surprising to first-time visitors to Japan. Here is introduction to some of the Japanese culture hoped to be experienced.

Traditional Arts & Crafts / 伝統工芸

Traditional Arts & Crafts / 伝統工芸
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Traditional crafts of Japan are rooted in Japanese culture and lifestyle, and the traditions and techniques are passed down for generations. The "Traditional Craft Products" are government-certified t....

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Japanese Gardens / 日本庭園

Japanese Gardens / 日本庭園
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The Japanese gardens are one of the traditional Japanese cultures which has been cherished among daily life since the ancient times and is profound with Japanese spirit to this day. The compositions a....

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Onsen / 温泉

Onsen / 温泉
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“Onsen” [Hot Springs] is defined as “water, mineral water, water vapor and other gas (excluding natural gas whose major component is hydrocarbons) continuously flowing out from the ground, having the ....

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Matsuri [Festivals] / 祭り

Matsuri [Festivals] / 祭り
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The Japanese nationals have long believed that there are eight million "kamis" [deities] residing in everything, existing or not. Matsuri [festivals] are held to express gratitude to nature and the go....

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Cultural Experiences / 文化体験

Cultural Experiences / 文化体験
  • Culture

Japan has a rich cultural heritage site based on the history and traditions, and some of the traditional cultures may be experienced which is a chance to truly get to know about Japan. Popular experie....

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