When people think about Japan's Kagoshima Prefecture, what usually comes to mind are the world heritage site of Yakushima, Tanegashima Space Center, Mt. Kirishima, Sakurajima, and more! However, you may want to learn about more than just natural landmarks! To give you something new to talk about, we will give you a crash course on famous celebrities from Kagoshima! Women from … [Read more...] about People You Might Not Know from Kagoshima!
Japanese Culture
In-depth introductions to traditional Japanese festivals, anime "Holy Land" pilgrimages, and customs. Explore the unique charm and latest cultural event news of the Yamato people.
Amabie, The Yokai Getting Attention in the Time of Coronavirus!
What is Amabie? Amabie is a long-bodied half-human half-fish yokai (spirit) similar to a mermaid with diamond-shaped eyes and a beak-like mouth that was said to appear in the seas near Higo (modern-day Kumamoto Prefecture) in the Edo Period. Legend says that when she disappeared, she told the people, "I am the Amabie, an underwater creature. If a plague ever begins to … [Read more...] about Amabie, The Yokai Getting Attention in the Time of Coronavirus!
Why You Should Try a Japanese Valentine
Valentine's Day has become a worldwide holiday event that gives people a chance to show their love or appreciation to those they care about. But of course, many countries develop their own unique twists on the formula. In Japan, only women give chocolate to others on Valentine's Day, but there are many ways to give Valentines gifts that have developed over time. Here are the … [Read more...] about Why You Should Try a Japanese Valentine
