About Japanese Lifestyle– category –
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Joya no Kane: The Sound of Temple Bells Bringing Happiness
In Japan, there is a custom of ringing temple bells around the time when New Year's Eve turns into New Year's Day. It is called "Joya no Kane" (bell tolling ... -
Deer at Nara Park : Friendly Wild Animals Coexisting with Humans
Todaiji Temple and Nara Park, popular tourist destinations, are home to many friendly deer.It is said that Nara is the only place in the world where deer and... -
Ojizo-sama: Small Stone Statues in Japan Wearing Red Aprons
In Japan, small stone statues can be found everywhere at the foot of mountains, rivers, near fields, and along roads in residential areas, as well as in the ... -
The Reasons Why Raccoon (Tanuki) Figurines are at Entrances in Japan
In Japan, Tanuki ornaments are often seen decorating storefronts and house entrances.What is the meaning behind those raccoon dogs? 【Tanuki figurines specia... -
Reasons for December Cleaning in Japan
【Why do people in Japan clean in the freezing December?】 To welcome the Gods of the New Year in a good mood. Since ancient times, it has been believed in J... -
Reasons why stairs in Japanese shrines and temples are so long
In Japan, there are many temples and shrines with very, very long approach stairs. Elderly people also visit them, catching themselves on the handrails, usin... -
Ηow to react to someone who sneezes in Japan?
【What do I say in Japan when sneezing?】 The reaction to a sneeze seems to vary from country to country, but in Japan it is basically non-responsive.If a sn... -
Evidence of the finest offerings to God in Kyoto
In residential areas of Kyoto, sometimes there is a paper labeled “御神酒 / Omiki" on the front door or on the window facing the street. Depending on the hou... -
Mysterious good luck charm only found in Kyoto
When walking through residential areas in Kyoto, you may see strange decorations on doorsteps.It is a mysterious object that looks like a small broom, or wra... -
24 Japanese seasons – how are they divided?
In ancient Japan, the phases of the moon and the movement of the sun have been used as clues for knowing changes in seasons and years. “Nijushi_sekki", or 24...
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