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🇯🇵 December 6th: Sound Day and Symphony Memorial Day – The Harmony of Japanese Spirit and Technology

Explore the significance of December 6th in Japan: Sound Day (Oto no Hi), celebrating audio technology and Edison's invention, and Symphony Memorial Day, marking the first full performance of Beethoven's 'Fate' by Japanese musicians. Discover the Japanese spirit of 'Wa' (harmony) and dedication to sound quality.
2025.12.06
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Japanese Folktale Series

👺 The Tengu’s Cloak of Invisibility: Ancient Wisdom and Lessons from Japan’s Mysterious Mountains

Explore the classic Japanese folktale, "The Tengu's Cloak of Invisibility," and its deep connection to Japanese cultural concepts like 'Seken' and Mountain Worship (Shugendō). Discover the eternal lesson on anonymity and the moral cost of unchecked power.
2025.12.05
Japanese Folktale Series
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🇯🇵 【Ultimate Guide】Japan’s Anniversary Series: December 5th – The Day Prince Shotoku Established the “Twelve-Cap Ranks.” The Dawn of Meritocracy and the Culture of Color in Japan

Discover December 5th, the day Prince Shotoku established the Twelve Cap Ranks (Kan'i Jūnikai) in 603 CE. Explore how this pioneering merit-based system transformed ancient Japan, influenced the nation's aesthetic sense, and laid the foundation for modern Japanese values of ability and harmony ("Wa"). A deep dive for international readers.
2025.12.05
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“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series

🎬 December 4th is “E.T. Day”! The Timeless Masterpiece of SF Fantasy That Continues to Resonate in Japanese Hearts

Explore the history and cultural significance of "E.T. Day" in Japan on December 4th. Discover how Steven Spielberg's masterpiece on friendship and empathy captivated the Japanese audience and reflects local values.
2025.12.04
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Japanese Folktale Series

🇯🇵 Deep Dive into Japanese Folklore: The Chilling Tale of the “Kamisori Gitsune” (Razor Fox)

Explore the chilling Japanese folktale of the Kamisori Gitsune (Razor Fox), a shape-shifting entity that punishes arrogance by shaving heads. Discover how this story reveals ancient Japanese views on nature, shame (Haji), and the terrifying power of illusion over human certainty. A deep dive into traditional Japanese culture for international readers.
2025.12.03
Japanese Folktale Series
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📅 Japan’s “Calendar Day” (December 3rd): The Intersection of Culture and Technology in Marking Time

Discover the history of Japan's Calendar Day (December 3rd), commemorating the 1872 switch from the Lunisolar to the Gregorian calendar. Learn how this reform reflects Japan's unique culture of combining ancient tradition (Rokuyō, seasonal terms) with modern technology and a love for the four seasons.
2025.12.03
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Japanese Folktale Series

🥕 The Story of the Three Roots: Unraveling “Ninjin to Gobo to Daikon” 🇯🇵

Explore the Japanese folktale Ninjin to Gobo to Daikon (The Three Roots) and its deep lesson on pride, envy, and fear. Unravel its connection to Wabi-Sabi and Wa.
2025.12.02
Japanese Folktale Series
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🇯🇵🤝🇦🇷 A Bond Across the Oceans: History and Culture of December 2nd, “Japan-Argentina Friendship Day”

Discover the deep history of Japan-Argentina Friendship Day (December 2nd), commemorating the 1898 treaty. Learn how the spirit of 'Wa,' Nikkei immigration, and the Japanese value of 'Continuity is Power' created an unbreakable bond across the globe. A must-read for global explorers!
2025.12.02
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Japanese Folktale Series

🇯🇵 A Tale of Mysticism and Passion: The Flute and Sword of Love Resounding in Lake Towada

Dive deep into the Japanese folktale of Akakami (Red God) and Kurokami (Black God), a fierce love rivalry over the Towada Lake Goddess. Discover how one god's heartbreaking sigh created the Tsugaru Strait and its deep ties to Japanese culture, animism, and the preference for compassion over brute force.
2025.12.01
Japanese Folktale Series
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🇯🇵 December 1st is “Movie Day”! A Special Day Where the History and Culture of Japanese Cinema Live On

Explore December 1st, Japan's official Movie Day, and its deep roots in history. Learn about the unique Katsudō Shashin Benshi (narrators), the fusion of traditional arts, and the modern legacy of Kurosawa and Miyazaki. A must-read for global film fans.
2025.12.01
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