Japan has remixed Valentine's Day, adding its own unique celebration: White Day. Both centre on gift giving, where each present says a lot more than what's on the outside.
Traditions and Customs
Traditions and customs of Japan
japan's rich landscape of traditions and customs.
From centuries-old rituals to subtle manners that guide daily interactions, Japanese customs are everywhere once you know how to look. Here we dive into the origins, meanings, and modern twists of those practices.
Nomunication - or Japanese work-related drinking culture - remains a staple of the salaryman lifestyle - but for how long?
Japan's micro seasons split the world into five-day increments in a way that turns each year into a gentle conversation with nature.