Ochazuke Savvy
We - Online Open Campus: Food&Drinks Enrollments Now Open! Local Delicacies: Ochazuke [Jan. 27th Sat.] Lesson Preview “Ochazuke,” a convenient and easily enjoyed dish, remains popular across generations. The basic ochazuke involves placing ingredients on top of rice and pouring hot tea or hot water over it. In recent years, there have been variations where […]
Unraveling the Secrets of Natto
We - Online Open Campus: Food&Drinks Enrollments Now Open! Must-Try Dishes: Natto [Jan. 25th Thu.] Lesson Introduction: Welcome to the World of Natto! What is Natto? At first glance, Natto might seem like just fermented soybeans, but it's a culinary masterpiece born from the unique fermentation process. The result? A dish with a texture like […]
Hanafuda: A Journey Through the Flower Cards
We - Online Open Campus: Art & Culture Enrollments Now Open! Global Games Galore: Hanafuda [Jan. 23rd Tue.] Lesson Introduction: the Beauty and Tradition of Hanafuda The enchanting world of Hanafuda, where tradition meets artistry in a deck of cards. Originating in 18th-century Japan, Hanafuda has captivated players with its vibrant imagery and strategic gameplay. […]
Aokigahara: the Most Famous Forest in Japan
Author: Mizuki Ichihira & Valeria We - Online Open Campus: Sights & Nature Enrollments Now Open! Hidden Gems: Aokigahara [Jan. 11st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: A Famous Forest Aokigahara (青木ヶ原) is a forest located in the foothills of Mt. Fuji in the Yamanashi Prefecture. Before obtaining the name "Suicide Forest," this mysterious place was called Jukai, […]
Office Closure During New Year Holidays
New Year (正月, shōgatsu) is the most important holiday in Japan. We will be preparing for a fresh start in 2024 to provide you exceptional languages and cultures learning experience. Please note that during the following days, we will not be able to reply to your messages or answer phone calls. As usual in the […]
Kintsugi: a Golden Joinery Reviving Life
We - Online Open Campus: Art & Culture Enrollments Now Open! Traditional Arts: Kintsugi [Dec. 27th Wed.] Lesson Introduction: Bridging Tradition and Global Impact of Kintsugi Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique for restoring broken vessels. Imagine a cherished teacup with a crack or a bowl with a chip; instead of discarding them, the Japanese […]
Nakagin Capsule Tower: A Landmark of Metabolist Architecture
We - Online Open Campus: Sights & Nature Enrollments Now Open! Architectural Marvels: Nakagin Capsule Tower[Dec. 21st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: Farewell to an Architectural Icon The Nakagin Capsule Tower, designed by renowned architect Kisho Kurokawa, has been a symbol of the Metabolist architecture movement since its completion in 1972. Its distinctive design, featuring modular capsules […]
Himiko: Mysterious Queen Highlighted Ancient History
v Japanese Culture & History Himiko: The Mysterious Queen Who Lit Up Ancient History Reading time: about 9 minutes | Words you will meet: kuni, kami, kimi, miko, kofun Japan is an island nation floating in the Northern Hemisphere, at the eastern edge of the Eurasian continent. Surrounded by the sea, rich in mountains, and […]
Sheep Announcing the Arrival of Guests
Author: Katsuyuki Hasegawa When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) 羊 ひつじ sheep 埼玉県にあるバンブーパームの羊が注目を集めています。Sheep from Bamboo Palm in Saitama Prefecture, are garnering attention. 動物園 どうぶつえん zoo バンブーパームは予約制の動物園で、ミーアキャットやメガネフクロウなどが飼われています。Bamboo Palm is a reservation-based zoo with […]
Can Japan Become a “Human Resources” Powerhouse Through “Re-skilling”!?
Author: Katsuyuki Hasegawa When reading on a smartphone, we recommend turning the screen to landscape mode. Warming up Audio Keywords and Summary Japanese Word Furigana English Word Example Sentence (Japanese & English) バブル経済 バブルけいざい bubble economy バブル経済崩壊後、日本の成長が低水準にとどまっています。After the collapse of the bubble economy, Japan's growth has remained at low levels. 本格化 ほんかくか the full-scale DXの本格化が進み、ChatGPTの台頭が話題となっています。The […]