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Today, we celebrate an extraordinary work of art that has captivated audiences for nearly two centuries: The Fifty-three Stations of the...

The expression "work-life balance" has many interpretations, each focusing on different aspects of workers' lives (Brough et al., 2020)....

This essay explores the profound influence of Shinto, Japan's indigenous religion, on Japanese cultural values, particularly its emphasis...

Throughout human history, periods of peace have catalysed the flourishing of culture and creativity. Examples include the Renaissance,...

Japan is home to one of the most complex writing systems in the world, blending four scripts: kanji , hiragana , katakana , and the Roman...

Learning a new language can be exciting, but it’s even better when you have real people to practice with. Enter HelloTalk, the app that...

Learning Japanese can feel like embarking on a thrilling adventure—filled with discoveries, challenges, and the occasional "Aha!" moment....

As we step into 2024, Japan has revealed the Kanji of the Year, a tradition that captures the essence of the past year and sets the tone...

After successfully conquering the JLPT N4 , I was ready to take on the next big challenge: the JLPT N3 . But let me tell you, this wasn’t...

In December 2019, just before the world was upended by the Covid-19 pandemic, I embarked on my first trip to Japan. For three weeks, I...

After successfully passing the JLPT N5, I felt a surge of confidence and knew that it was time to take on the next challenge: the JLPT...

Hello, fellow language enthusiasts! Today, I'm excited to share my journey with an app that has completely transformed my...

Hand holding brush to write a kanji Kanji, the logographic characters used in the Japanese writing system, have a fascinating structure...