Finding continually new content for Japanese listening practice can be a challenge for many learners. So what about some trying 24 hour Japanese live-streams?

Mount Fuji is adored and revered by the population of Japan, but what makes the highest mountain in Japan so important?

Valentine’s Day in Japan is a time for giving — but only for the female population. Men have their time one month later on White Day.

Learning Kanji will always be difficult but some resources make it easier than others. Could the ‘Kanji Study’ app be one of those?

Ukiyo-e (Japanese woodblock prints) are considered to be the most important pieces of Japanese art. But what are they and why is that the case?

JapanesePod101.com claims to teach you ‘real Japanese from your first lesson’ but is true? I tried them for a year to find out.

Obon is about honouring ancestors and is very much a time for family but what takes place during this occasion? and where does it come from?

Tanabata is a Japanese festival that is centered around a traditional folk story. Gain an insight into this visual representation of summer.

Before committing to learning the Japanese language, here’s a short guide to what you can expect to encounter and the benefits for doing so.

Shinto is a distinctly Japanese practice, but one that is often shrouded in mystery. Find an answer to the complex question: what is Shinto?

Golden Week is the busiest time of the year for Japan but what is it all about? Read this short guide to get to grips with all that’s involved.

Capsule hotels are a distinctively Japanese invention. What caused their appearance? What effect have they had? and UK variations you can try