The Chashitsu of the Way of the Tea
Also known as the Way of the Tea, the chanoyu (茶の湯) in Japanese culture. The manner in which the event is performed is called otemae. The tea ceremony is…
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Explore the culture, lifestyle, and excitement of studying abroad in Japan.
The Tomioka Silk Mill
Harvesting silk in Japan began during the 3rd century when China and Korea introduced the practice. Japanese silk industry reached its all time high during…
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Amazing Wara Art of Japan
Niigata Prefecture is in the Chūbu region of Northern Japan. Its coastal capital is Niigata, known for having a multitude of rice paddies. After the…
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KCP Spring 2018 Students Visit the Imperial Palace
The Tokyo Imperial Palace (皇居), also called Kōkyo, is the main residence of Japan’s Imperial Family. Kyūden. Located in Chiyoda area, the Palace is composed of several interconnected…
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The Opening of Japan to Foreign Trade and Kitano-cho
The Sakoku (鎖国) was a policy enacted by the Tokugawa shogunate that isolated the whole of Japan from the outside world. During sakoku no Japanese…
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2019 Brings a New Emperor for Japan!
TheChrysanthemum Throne is a term used to embody the Japanese monarchy and the legal authority for the existence of the Japanese government. Japanese legends say…
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S Gasuto Restaurant Review by KCP Winter 2018 Alum Siena Rose
KCP Winter 2018 alum Siena Rose gives another in-depth restaurant review, this time of S Gasuto. Thanks for your insights, Siena! S ガスト is a…
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KCP Winter 2018 Alum Siena Rose on Maboya Restaurant
Japan and China have had relations that can be traced all the way back to 200 AD. Chinese influence on Japanese culture and way of life…
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