Ways to learn about cultures
1.) Read online news sources. Choose what culture or cultures you would like to learn more about. Subscribe to newspapers from that culture online to know…
Japan’s crime
Japan is often considered slightly odd compared to other countries. Its economic success, distinct culture and disciplined population has made Japan rather unique, and produced one of…
Shintoism and Buddhism in Japan
Japan’s two major religions are Shintoism and Buddhism. Although, religion is not a part of everyday life for Japanese people. Customs and rituals are usually…
Geishas
Geisha is written 芸者 in Japanese Kanji. The word 芸 “Gei” means arts, and 者 “sha” means person in Japanese. It is also known as…
MovementJapan
We are four high school students from Tuusula, Finland. Last summer we were in sauna and we talked about our plans for holidays. We planned…
Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is located on Honshu Island, is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776.24 m. It is an active stratovolcano that last erupted in 1707–1708.…
Education in Japan
Have you ever wondered why the Japanese are generally so friendly, polite, intelligent and brisk? It's due to their overpowered school system. There are many similarities…
