If you've read much about Japan, then you've probably come across the saying “出る釘は打たれる” or, in Inglés, “The nail that sticks out gets hammered down.” People usually use this saying to make a point … [Read more...]
The Nail That Sticks Up . . .
The Pitfalls of Kanji Tattoos
There are tons of cliches when it comes to tattoos. Everybody knows the tramp stamp, tribal and sailor tattoos; but one in particular interests those learning Japanese: kanji tattoos. Over the years, it seems like … [Read more...]
Japan’s National Treasures: Like the Movies, But Without Nic Cage
As an American, it's sometimes kind of strange to me that other countries have Ministries of Culture. The US, being the melting pot that it is, doesn't really have the same sort of shared cultural heritage that other … [Read more...]
Strange Japanese Festivals
Festivals, or matsuri are an integral part of Japanese culture. Even matsuri can seem a bit old-fashioned and sometimes religious for ultra-modern, secular Japan, these festivals are a staple of Japanese society that most … [Read more...]
Japanese Bonsai Trees Defy Nature, Survive Nuclear Bombs
Earlier this week, some bonsai trees were stolen from their owner in New South Wales, Australia. You'd think that the theft of some plants would be pretty unremarkable (Not my ferns, take anything but my ferns!), but these … [Read more...]
How Hunks, Rap, and Booze Might Save Buddhism in Japan
It can be difficult to get people excited about religion in Japan. No doubt, Japan's culture and its religions are deeply intertwined, but the vast majority of Japanese people say that aren't very religious. With … [Read more...]
- «Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 18
- 19
- 20
- 21
- 22
- …
- 42
- Next Page»