Japanese Culture

Hina Matsuri or Girl’s Day (March 3rd)   Hina Matsuri is a festival for ...

Do not Sleep with your Pillow facing North   During Japanese funerals, t...

Do not Cut your Fingernails at Night   Cutting of fingernails at night ...

Avoid the Numbers (4,9) when Giving Gifts    In Japan, there is a custom...

[Rainy Day] Umbrella Etiquette   In Japan, there is a culture where you ...

Avoid giving Cutlery, Glass, Porcelain Vase, or Mirror as a Gift   Givin...

Avoid Giving Handkerchiefs as Gifts   Giving handkerchiefs as presents f...

Precautions During ”Omimai” or Visit to a Sick Person   When visiting a ...