Culture
General culture articles about Japan and Japanese culture.
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Top 7 Famous Japanese Generals of All Time
Japan’s history has several accounts of war. Japan was also an important country during World War I and World War II. Thus, there are many war heroes in Japan’s history that are still celebrated. Here are the most well-known seven generals in Japan’s history.
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Why Japan is so Advanced: Top 9 Reasons
If you believe the media and TV, Japan appears to be a country straight from the future. Considering technological innovation and socio-economic structure, Japan appears to be way ahead of most western countries. Is it actually a technological wonderland as it seems to be?
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Is Japan a Socialist Country
With the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in power, Japan appears to be a democratic country that still acknowledges the presence of royals. On paper, it runs as a model of capitalism. Does socialism have any place in these contradictory economic scenarios?
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Fun Facts About Japanese
At first glance, Japan appears like another first-world country with its crowded cities, skyscrapers, advanced technologies, and so on. But every country has its fair share of quirks, and Japan is not an exception. Here are some weird, funny facts about a fascinating country with a unique culture.
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All About Zen Gardens of Japan
Zen gardens of Japan are popular due to their beautiful designs that inspire a meditative calm. In this article, we’ll see all about these unique gardens.
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Why Is Japan Called Japan
Japanese use the names “Nihon” or “Nippon” to call their country. The rest of the world knows it as “Japan” or other similar derivatives. How come these two names sound so different?
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Japan’s Democracy and Governing System Explained
Japan is one of the countries which still has the presence of royals. So, is Japan a democracy or not?
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Japanese Kintsugi Art Explained
Japanese people love to preserve and practice their traditional crafts. One such excellent technique is kintsugi (金継ぎ) or “golden joinery” that displays the essence of resilience and brings out the beauty in imperfections.
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Japan’s Vending Machines: Facts and Images of the Weird Japanese Phenomenon
Did you know that Japan has the highest number of vending machines in the entire world? Here’s everything you need to know about Japan’s vending machines.
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Why Is Japan So Safe? Here Are the Top Reasons
Japan has a reputation for one of the safest countries in the world. You might be wondering about the reasons that make this country so safe—for both visitors and locals. As a frequent Japan traveler and long-time admirer, I’m here to content your curiosity.
