Japanese culture and traditions

Ryomonbaku, a.k.a. Toryumon Makes Carp Dragon: 登竜門と龍門瀑につき英語で説明

Ryumonaku literary means "Dragon Gate (Toryumon) Waterfall" and found in many Zen temples. It shows us the way to be an enlightened person through the Buddhist training.

2025.10.19

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Fujibakama: In Serch of Lost Sakura 藤袴英語で説明

The fragrance reminds us of Sakuras.

2025.10.12

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Suzumushi chirps calm: 鈴虫につき英語で説明

As the summer heat calmed down, Suzumushi (鈴虫)reminds us of the conviction for the upcoming season and what a calmness is.

2025.10.05

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Higanbana brings us the other side of Jodo paradise 彼岸花英語で説明

Higan Bana makes us come alive. 合掌

2025.09.29

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11 Things should not do in Japan (with reasons) 恥かくで

The following is the list of the things should not do in Japan with many reasons. 合掌

2025.09.14

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The meaning of Matsuri 祭の意義につき英語で説明

Matsuri is held in order to show gratitude, respect for Kami or to ask for something to them with offerings and artistic performances. This post will be revised. This is ver. 2.1

2025.01.26

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Zen words 1: What is Zen and Buddhism?

Zen words are short sentences lead us to Zen. Zen is a way to understand the truth or "the aim" of Buddhism through experiences. Zen words helps us to it. 合掌

2025.01.19

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Tanuki racoon dog brings us prosperity 信楽焼の狸と八相縁起につき英語で説明

Shigaraki Yaki Tanuki figurine brings us prosperity with its Hasso Engi, the Buddhist conception.

2024.08.19

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Dragon Hole at Yasaka shrine in Kyoto 龍穴につき英語で説明

Dragon hole is a place where Ki, the source of power and energy, stays temporary. Yasaka shrine in Kyoto is located over it.

2024.08.18

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