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A young man practicing Kyoto on a beach.

Karate: The History Behind Okinawa’s Amazing Martial Arts!

Karate, or karate-do, is a traditional martial art from Japan. Those practicing it aim for professional competition and seek to improve their health and flexibility!

June 27, 2024
Culture
A bunch of illuminated umbrellas at one of many art festivals in Japan.

Art Festivals in Japan: Five to Check Out This Year

Today, we’ll focus on lesser-known art festivals in and outside Tokyo that showcase independent and local artists. Here are five art festivals in Japan that you need to check out this year.

June 27, 2024
Culture
Kokudo, one of many train stations, at night, under a greenish yellow haze.

Train Stations: Why is Kokudo the Emptiest One?

Kokudo Station is Japan’s emptiest train station and deserves a visit for the curious. It is not a dangerous place to visit, but one that is a bit out of the way and a bizarre place in that no one has made any efforts to alter it in any way.

June 20, 2024
Culture
The courtyard of Shuri Castle, the former home of the Ryukyu Royal Family.

Ryukyu Royals: The Story of a Forgotten Kingdom

The Ryukyu Kingdom, established in 1429, united the islands of Okinawa into a robust maritime empire!

June 18, 2024
Culture
A person chilling on a beautiful anime beach.

Anime Beach: Five Amazing Episodes to Watch!

Get ready to dive into the deep end of why these episodes hold such an enduring appeal!

June 18, 2024
Culture
A restaurant in Shimbashi in the Shitamachi region.

Shitamachi vs Yamanote: What’s the Difference?

In the sprawling metropolis of Tokyo, two distinct worlds coexist: Shitamachi and Yamanote. Let us explore what makes Shitamachi and Yamanote unique and why exploring these areas is necessary for anyone visiting Tokyo!

June 15, 2024