When visiting a foreign country it is important that the individual to do their best to adhere to the country’s customs and etiquette. Visiting Japan is no exception for the traveler. Although you may not know all of the customs and etiquette one hundred percent, the Japanese will still appreciate your efforts for trying. In […]
Tag Archives: Japanese Culture
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Nov
Nov
In the 1990s, the mainstream Japanese cinema began to grow stagnant. Studios kept their box office power through the use of distribution and forced employees and business partners to buy tickets. As a result, young students began directing their own, independent films with 8mm cameras. These independent films gained critical acclaim at film festivals and […]
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Jan
Jan
May 5th is Children’s Day in Japan. The day of the festival is centuries old and began with Children. In 1948 the government declared the 5th as Children’s Day to honor boys and girls. Mothers are also honored on this holiday. After the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, many students are more aware and […]