浮世絵 – Ukiyo-e
Ukiyo-e is a genre of paintings and woodcut prints that started in the Edo period. Ukiyo literary means “a transitory world” (often translated …
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu is a Japanese singer and a model. She is well-known worldwide. People associate her with Japan’s Kawaii “cute” culture.
ふぐ – Fugu
Fugu, or blowfish is considered as delicacy in Japan. In order to prepare the fish, a chef must acquire a special license …
Calligraphy
Are you interested in calligraphy? Please check out my calligraphy classes.
相撲 – Sumo
Sumo is a style of wrestling and is the national sport of Japan. A sumo match takes place on a platform called …
ポケモン – Pokémon
Pokémon is popular worldwide. Two Pokémon video games, “Pokémon Omega Ruby” and “Pokémon Alpha Sapphire” were released last week in Japan & …
Kawaii Fashion & Lifestyle
Kawaii means “cute” in Japanese language. Cute, bright, colorful things are very popular in Japan. Lolita fashion is an example. The kawaii …
アニメ – Anime
Let’s learn Japanese and Japanese culture from Anime!
寿司 – Sushi
Sushi is popular worldwide. Nigiri and Maki are commonly known, but there are many different types of Sushi.
Travel
Let’s travel to Japan! Let me help you.