Shimekazari: Inviting the gods in for the new year
The New Year is undoubtedly the most anticipated and important holiday for the Japanese. It is a long celebration that runs December 31 to January 3….
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Making Mochi for a Happy New Year!
One of the traditional foods served during shōgatsu, or Japanese New Year, is mochi. This delectable rice cake is made of glutinous rice pounded into a…
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Celebrating Japanese New Year
The New Year is almost here, and people all over the world are excited to greet it in their own ways. In Japan, the New…
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We want to wish everyone Happy Holidays and best wishes for a wonderful New Years!
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With KCP International, immerse yourself in the heart of Tokyo with a wide variety of courses, flexible schedules and convenient packages you keep your experience easy!
Off the Beaten Path in Tokyo: Ochanomizu
Many people who visit Tokyo are not aware of the places seldom visited by tourists. These places are usually overlooked yet can be interesting areas…
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Japanese Cinema: Gojira
This 1954 film by director Ishiro Honda is widely understood as an allegory for the devastation wrought on Japan by the atomic bomb. This is…
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A KCP Student’s Inside View of Ikebukuro
If you’re planning to study at the KCP International Japanese Language School in Tokyo, Japan, you might be curious about our Ikebukuro dorm and its…
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Yummy Japanese Curry Recipe
A decade ago, I had the opportunity to work in a Japanese Ramen restaurant. The cold weather as of late has brought back fond memories…
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