Torii Gate of Suwa Shrine in Nishi-Waseda, Tokyo, Japan There are 13 types of Shinto shrines in Japan, each with a different belief system and deities. A deeper understanding of many types of Shinto Shrines gives you...
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Hiroko Matsuyama
Significance of Selecting Japanese Family Crests aka Kamon
‘Mu’ Kamon Kamon, Japanese family crests, were first painted on palanquins, clothing, and camp curtains to mark the family name. The kamon on camp curtains and other items was clearly structured and easily...
Origins of the Japanese Family Crest: Court Nobles and Samurai
There are various theories about the origin of Japanese family crests. But since the origins of crests differ between court nobles and samurai families, let us begin with the origin of the crests of court nobles. Table...
Japanese Honorific Suffix: “San”, “Sama”, “Kun”, and “Chan”
The Japanese honorific suffix is something you learn first and use every day when you learn Japanese. They can be confusing, but it’s easy to learn the basics. They reflect the Japanese culture, and knowing and...
Japanese Surnames: Top 10 Ranking, Origin, and its Meanings
Japanese surnames are known for their wide variety and origins. Many are derived from the names of places, geographic features, and occupations. Knowing their origin and history will make you more familiar with Japanese...
Bancha – Extra Japanese Green Tea: Benefits and Where to Buy
Bancha is something Japanese grab for a break to relax or drink over a meal. This “extra” Japanese green tea would be ideal for any casual setting. Japanese Green Tea: 13 Types, Benefits, and When to Drink...
Japanese Green Tea: 13 Types, Benefits, and When to Drink
Image by rawpixel from Pixabay Japanese green tea has a wide variety, each with a unique flavor and taste. We’ve covered common types and the best time to drink them. We hope this will give you a hint of them and...
Sencha Green Tea Benefits/Side Effects and Where You Can Buy
Photo by Christine Wehrmeier on Unsplash Sencha green tea is a type of green tea, as the name suggests, that isn’t fermented, and therefore, it keeps its fresh green color that is cultivated with a lot of sunlight...
Organic Matcha 7 Tea Benefits and Where You Can Buy
Photo by The Creative Exchange on Unsplash Since you seek the best organic, we assume you know the difference between usual Japanese green tea powder and matcha powder. In case you don’t have a clear idea, let us...
Matcha Tea Set: Best Starter Kit and How to Prepare Matcha
Image by dungthuyvunguyen from Pixabay We assume you are a matcha lover and want to make a cup of matcha yourself. We’re glad to share the tools that make up a matcha tea set and the techniques you need to start...
