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If You Like Nikuman Buns, You’ll Love Nagano’s Oyaki

japanup_akane 03/27/2023

Whenever I arrive in Japan, for my first meal do I go to a fancy sushi joint? A Michelin 3-star restaurant? An izakaya? Nope.

LEARNJAPAN POP CULTURE

Where can you see Cherry Blossoms in Southern California?

japanup_akane 03/20/2023

Spring is almost here! It’s my favorite season because of the Cherry Blossom aka Sakura. The annual Cherry Blossom season in Japan is very special.

LEARNJAPAN TRADITIONAL CULTURE

The Mountain Pirate Chicken Pun

japanup_akane 03/14/2023

If you’ve ever been to Nagano Prefecture in the Japanese Alps, you’ve probably had a chance to eat one of the local specialties, a type of fried chicken called sanzoku-yaki (山賊焼き) which is usually rendered into English as “Mountain pirate (or bandit) chicken.”

History LEARNJAPAN

JAPANESE SAMURAI / Hattori Hanzo Masanari

online@ 03/09/2023

Hattori Hanzo Masanari, also known as “Hattori Hanzo” or “Oni no Hanzo,” is a legendary figure in Japanese history. He was a samurai and a ninja.

LEARNJAPAN POP CULTURE

Fun Ways for Anime Days

japanup_akane 03/07/2023

I performed two shows with different songs for each set. I have a lot of original music inspired by Anime, Japan, love, and life. I also perform my own renditions of Anime, City Pop, and Video Game songs

LEARNJAPAN TRADITIONAL CULTURE

The festival of dolls or festival Hina (Hinamatsuri)

japanup_akane 03/07/2023

The origin of this holiday would come from China. During the period Edo, March 3 was considered the day of growth and the happiness of girls.

LEARNJAPAN TRADITIONAL CULTURE

25 Tips for a Great Trip to Japan

japanup_akane 02/27/2023

Everything you need to know about traveling in Japan

LEARNJAPAN POP CULTURE

Gashapon Bandai Official Shop in Little Tokyo!

japanup_akane 02/21/2023

check out the new Gashapon shop by Bandai in Little Tokyo! Gashapon (ガシャポン) are coin operated toy vending machines and is a trademark of Bandai.

LEARNJAPAN TRADITIONAL CULTURE

Why are Traffic Lights Blue in Japan?

japanup_akane 02/20/2023

Traffic lights in Japan are red, yellow, and blue. Or are they red, yellow, and green? Well…it depends on what you mean by blue and green.

LEARNJAPAN TRADITIONAL CULTURE

The Uniqueness of Japanese Time

japanup_akane 02/16/2023

In Japan’s historic timekeeping system, the length of an hour changed daily

LEARNJAPAN POP CULTURE

How to celebrate Valentine’s Day Anime Style

japanup_akane 02/13/2023

Valentine’s Day is the best opportunity for fans to show their love for all things Anime. I came up with a list of some fun things we can all do to show our passion.

History LEARNJAPAN

JAPANESE SAMURAI / Oichi no Kata

japanup 02/06/2023

Oichi no Kata compared to a modern-day American is Ms.Michelle Obama:
A woman who combines intelligence, love for her family, and core strength.