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Class is always in session: Lessons from living in Japan
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Embracing serendipity: Traveling Japan the ikiatari battari way
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In Shimane’s mountain village, green tea is crafted the traditional way—by hand, with heart
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At 59, I followed my lifelong dream to Japan—to learn the art of calligraphy
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Japan’s train system: The 8th Wonder of the World
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Sakura preserved in dyes and flavors: How locals give fallen blossoms new life in Unnan City
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Japan’s blue-green mystery: A window into a different way of seeing
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Attention to the smallest detail: Why Japan still amazes me after 30 years
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Japan’s left-side rule (hidarigawa tsuko): From samurai swords to smooth traffic flow
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Otoshidama: The Japanese New Year tradition every child anticipates
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How many national holidays does Japan celebrate?
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Omiyage unwrapped: Discover the art of Japanese souvenirs
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Tokyo vs Osaka: Collective harmony vs individual boldness
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Osaka vs Tokyo: Understanding their differences through kitchen metaphors
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Dining in Japan: Two chopstick taboos you must avoid
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Setsubun: Drive away evil spirits with…beans!
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Ehomaki: The symbolic sushi roll and how to eat it right to usher in good luck
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From Kyoto to Tokyo: My journey navigating the different regional dialects
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Hina dolls: The fascinating story of what they represent and how to position them
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Step into purity and “climb” Mt. Fuji in Tokyo
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All about mikoshi, Japan’s portable shrines–the spirit of god is on the move!
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Doraemon: Japan’s most adored robot cat
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Exploring Japan’s premium fruits and traditions
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The culture of giving and receiving in Japan
