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Nikka Pokka: The Functional and Safe Workwear of Steeplejacks https://t.co/d16BfVV8bj
Have you even seen workers at construction sites in Japan wearing this kind of baggy workwear? They’re called “nikka pokka,” and they’re an absolute must for people working in ...

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Which to Try? 31 Snacks that are Japan’s Longtime Favorites https://t.co/98gOYIA57L
we’ve picked popular snacks representing best sellers in Japan that every Japanese person knows. How many have you had? Which do you want to try? Use these as a reference for your shopping! #GJ

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Hinamatsuri Festival Part 2: Decorations and Foods Used and What They Symbolize https://t.co/AF11csBJJA
This is the second part in a two part series on the explanation of Hinamatsuri. In the second half, we introduce foods that are deeply related to the festival and...
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Hinamatsuri Festival Part 1: History and How to Display the Hina Dolls https://t.co/d8G7sNTLQX
The Japanese Hina Dolls are extremely unique and they stand out; perhaps you know of the Hinamatsuri festival already. Therefore, we would like to explain the Hinamatsuri...

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Ushiku Daibutsu: Surprisingly Unknown, Japan’s Largest Budda https://t.co/UCYDF1IrXt
A standing buddha statue located in Ibaraki, the Ushiku Daibutsu is both the third-largest standing statue and the largest bronze standing statue in the world, according to the Guinness...

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The Nyuto Onsen (Akita): 7 Secluded Hot Springs that Represent #Japan https://t.co/ScAGNZAJUk
It is an area with 7 secret hot springs that are scattered throughout Senboku City in Akita. It consistently ranks high in hot springs rankings of Japan. It is a place that onsen...

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Basics of Japanese: Counters https://t.co/k5hASxvPNI
As you probably notice, generally 3, 6 8 and 10 will change for counters that include a HA/HI/FU/HE/HO sound.
But what about 1 person and 2 people? Those pronunciations actually stem from the traditional numbers:...

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Osaka's Shinsekai: Like a Neon Phoenix (Highlights and History) https://t.co/Bm0222UbVv
There is no place in Japan quite like Shinsekai. Yes, you can say this about many Japanese locales, but the atmosphere of this ribald, working-class neighborhood has a spark...

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Oedo Onsen Hot Springs: Steps to Bathing and How to Enjoy https://t.co/pBvwpCDf4T
Oedo Onsen Monogatari is a hot springs theme park located in Koto ward of Tokyo. It was opened in 2003, which marks 400 years after the end of the Edo government. At the time, it was...

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Basics of Japanese: Native Numbers https://t.co/L9kiHNIbvZ
These numbers are known as “native” or traditional numbers. They may sound a little strange since you’ve not likely heard them much before, but I promise they’re worth learning in the long run!

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Toyokawa Inari 1: A Fox-Filled “Power Spot” Well Worth the Trip https://t.co/wdwuxSr8hL
Enshrining over a thousand stone fox statues, this is a power spot reputed to increase your luck with money. That said, just the strange and moving scenery it presents is reason...

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8 Elegant Kyoto Gardens Rich in the Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic https://t.co/2IG6v36VWV
we’ve prepared for you a selection that covers eight famous Japanese gardens in the city, and we hope what follows will help you out when planning your trip to Kyoto....

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Tamagawa Onsen: Secluded Hot Springs, Unique for Having Deposits of Hokutolite https://t.co/tU2KDUM8c9
There is a secluded hot springs in the Akita, which is proud to be the number one or the only one in Japan in many categories. Due to many people’s word of mouth, it has...

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Omaki Onsen: Secluded Hot Springs Only Accessible By Boat https://t.co/u9cKiRoK5i
This article is about one of the most secluded of hidden onsen hotels in Toyama that is only accessible by boat. The hot bath of this secluded onsen hotel has been selected as one of the top...

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9 Regional Yakisoba Noodles: Which One Would You Choose to Eat!? https://t.co/GtL8oikg6y
we show you the various types of yakisoba that exist locally all over Japan. Keep this list in mind and enjoy tasting and comparing the varieties while you travel throughout Japan!
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Maki-e: A Traditional Technique with Marvelous Freedom of Expression https://t.co/QB7xdowVJx
What do you think of this knife? Doesn’t it have an alluring style all of its own? The sheath of the knife has been decorated with a technique called maki-e. So you’re probably...

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Kanzashi: A Hair Ornament Vital to Kimono and Apprentice Geisha & Maiko https://t.co/3mPnKehIxe

Different kanzashi for geisha (one on left) and maiko (two on right)...

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Experience Japanese Tradition: Sail the Bay in a Tarai-bune Tub Boat https://t.co/azqnlTPwxC
Today we’re going to look a unique, hands-on tourism experience you can enjoy in Japan. It involves a type of boat called a tarai-bune and gives you a chance to savor ...

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