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Category Archives: Japanese custom
What is it? これなに？ Hoshi imo? Dried Potatoes
One of the childhood memories I have is that I used to buy a grilled sweet potato. When the movable shop came, a man used to say 「Yaki imo, yaki imo, ishiyaki imo」thought a speaker so that we all know … Continue reading
すき焼き（SUKIYAKI) これなに（何）？WHAT IS THIS?
The cold weather has arrived. In western countries, people might eat a sausage casserole and a beef and vegetable casserole to keep themselves warm. The Japanese eat a casserole/stew too. Thinking of keeping warm in this cold weather, I suddenly … Continue reading
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Tagged A Japanese beef hot pot, A Japanese dish, Sukiyaki, Sukiyaki nabe, Wagyu, Warishita
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Tokyo Nutrition for Growth Summit 2021, To Endeavor to Eliminate undernourished People by 2030
According to NHK Net News Web Easy, Tokyo Nutrition for Growth Summit 2021 was held at Tokyo this month. At the conference, the following issues were discussed. The half of the causes for which the children died around the world … Continue reading
Posted in Japan Travel, Japanese custom, JAPANESE EVENTS, Japanese Language, JAPANESE LIFE, JAPANESE SOCIETY, TODAY'S NEW WORD
Tagged Children around the world, Covit 19, Japanese government, Over-weighted people, Tokyo nutrition Growth Summit 2021, Undernourished people around the world, Vacctines
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JAPANESE ANIME PICTURE BOOKS’ STORIES – アニメ絵本話 “うなぎの かばやき・ Grilled Eels”
This is about a Japanese Picture book story – A radish and a carrot and burdock Continue reading
JAPANESE ANIME PICTURE BOOKS’ STORIES – アニメ絵本話 “うなぎの かばやき・ Grilled Eels”
This is about a Japanese Picture book story – A radish and a carrot and burdock Continue reading
A Japanese Event in November – Shichi-go-san (七・五・三)
It is already November! Time flies. The season of the autumn leaves. Christmas is just round the corner. There are many events held in November in Japan. For instance, 3rd of November was a cultural day. However today I would … Continue reading
A Japanese Event in October – Supotsu no hi (スポーツの日)/ Sports Day
Nowadays there are many events held in October in Japan. One of the a well-known events since I was a child is called Spotsu no hi currently names. (スポーツの日）. Former name was Taiiku no hi （体育の日）and it was 10th of October … Continue reading
AUTUMN Words 秋の言葉 （あきのことば）
Konnichiwa Just few weeks ago, we had a Indian summer but definitely the autumn has arrived. The air is cooler and my sun flowers are ending their life. The Japanese always say “Autumn is the best season for eating and … Continue reading
Posted in A Japanese Slang, Japanese custom, JAPANESE EVENTS, JAPANESE FOOD, Japanese Language, JAPANESE LIFE, TODAY'S NEW WORD
Tagged autumn activities, autumn creatures, autumn events, autumn flowers, autumn foods, autumn nature, autumn sky, autumn weather, autumn words, Japanese Onomatopoeia
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A Japanese Event in September – Tukimi (Jyugoya)/ moon viewing
It has been Indian Summer here in UK however it feels that the autumn has already arrived. According to a calendar it is the autumn season. This time I introduce one of Japanese events in September. It is called Tukimi … Continue reading
Posted in Japan Travel, Japanese custom, JAPANESE EVENTS, JAPANESE FOOD, Japanese Language, JAPANESE LIFE, JAPANESE SOCIETY
Tagged A rabbit mochi pounding, Japanese pampas grass, Jyugoya, Kanjaku Monogatari, lunar crater, Maiden slifergrass, moon-viewing, Seven fall flowers, Susuki, The rabbit of the moon, Tukimi, Tukimi dango
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A Japanese Event in August – A Japanese Summer Festival Obon [夏祭り/おぼん]
What is the Summer Festival・Obon? Obon (おぼん）is a Buddhist festival celebrating the return of the spirits of one’s ancestors. Toro (とうろう) lanterns are lit to welcome the ancestors back to the house. Having said that some religions does not do … Continue reading
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Tagged Ancestors, Bon Odori, Bonchochin, Bondana, Candyfloss, Cotton candy, Fireworks, Folk dancing, Goldfish scooping, Hanabi, Kingyo sukui, Mukaebi, Obon, Okuribi, Saidan, Shruoma, Summer Festivals, Tokyo Ondo, Toro
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A Japanese Event in July – The Star Festival – Tanabata (七夕・たなばた)
Japan is an country of many events. Today is the Star Festival – Tanabata. A table of contents What is The Star Festival (Tanabata 七夕)? History of Tanabata The origin of Tanabata decorations（七夕飾り) 5 colors of Tanzaku （短冊） and the … Continue reading
A Japanese Children’s Song – 童謡 “KOINOBORI” “Carp Steamer”(こいのぼり) And “SEI KURABE” (せいくらべ) “Height Comparison”
Introducing two songs for Children’s Day. Continue reading
A Japanese Event in May – The Children’s Day (子供の日)
Compare to other countries, the Japan has many national holidays. As you may know Japan is at so called [Golden Week] holiday right now. It has started 29th of April this year and this long holiday will end 5th May … Continue reading
Surprising Items You can Buy at Japanese Vending Machines!!!
It is about the various Japanese vending machines Continue reading
Japanese Houses (Nihon No Ie /日本の家)
Some people who have visited Japan may know that there are different types of Japanese houses. The Japanese might buy a brand new house or a second hand house. Some of them might rent a house, an apartment and a … Continue reading
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