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Shintoism is a religion unique to Japan and has existed since before Buddhism came to the country.

There are no specific rules for enjoying Japanese gardens.

Shodo means the traditional Japanese art of calligraphy, in which kanji and kana letters are written using a brush and ink.

Yakushima is an island that floats in the sea off the southernmost tip of the mainland of Kyushu, ar

Lacquerware that uses Japanese lacquer is known as shitsugei (lacquer art).

In the Edo period, the area near the present Asakusa was called Yoshiwara. It was home to a red-ligh

When sumo wrestling first became popular in Japan 1500 years ago, it was a ritual used to predict the outcome of crop harvests.

The event known as "obon" is like a memorial service for ancestors and people who have passed away.

A cat cafe is a place where you can spend time around cats while drinking coffee or tea.

The Gion Matsuri, held over one month in July every year in Kyoto, is one of the three biggest festi

Fukuoka City in Fukuoka Prefecture has the largest population of cities in Kyushu. 福岡県福岡市は、九州でもっとも

In contrast to Kyoto, which stands out for its beauty, in Nara visitors can feel the strength of Japan at that time as it attempted to "create a nation".

The ukiyo-e that were developed in the Edo period were the advertising posters, postcards, and book illustrations of their time.

Japan is the only country in the world that uses a seal registration system.

We collectively refer to things such as judo, kendo, karate, and sumo as martial arts. 柔道や剣道、空手、相撲な

Mt. Fuji is 3,776 meters high, and is Japan's highest mountain. 日本で最も高い標高3776ｍの富士山は、約10万年前に噴火活動を始めて

Introducing famous sights representing Tokyo, such as Tokyo-Sky-Tree and Shibuya Crossing.

Introducing popular Japanese dishes such as "YAKI-TORI"(means 'grilled chicken') and "SUSHI", as well as "IZAKAYA" menus.

The Kii mountain range has long been seen as a sacred meeting place of the gods.It is also an important place for ascetic Buddhism.

When the cold season comes to Japan, many people start eating Japanese nabe hot pots.