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March 2020

What does the ancient concept of ‘kizuna’ look like in modern Japan?

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Like this post? Help us by sharing it! The Japanese concept of kizuna roughly translates to ‘the bond that connects us’, referring to a deep, innate empathy we all share. The concept is ancient, while it’s widespread use is relatively new. In Japan in 2020, what exactly does kizuna look like? Like this post? Help us by sharing it!

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Humour in Japan: Embracing the silly, the smart, and the surreal…

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Like this post? Help us by sharing it! If travel teaches you anything, it’s that laughter is universal. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!

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Tagged: comedy, humour, television

The Real Fukushima

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Like this post? Help us by sharing it! On the 11th of March, 2011, the fourth largest earthquake since records began struck off the north-east coast of Japan, causing a tsunami with waves up to 40 metres high. Like this post? Help us by sharing it!

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Tagged: samurai, Fukushima

Dolls, emperors and snacks: Exploring the Japanese festival of Hinamatsuri

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Tagged: Festival, history, hinamatsuri, dolls

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