歳時記

感謝のことばを伝える「母の日」

身近にいてくれても、面と向かっては言えない。あるいは遠方だから最近は顔を見ることも難しい・・・という状況でなかなか伝えられない、お母さんへの「ありがとう」の言葉。でも、言葉にしなくては伝わらないことがあります。「母の日」には思い切って言葉にしてみませんか？1908年の5月、アメリカ・ウェストヴ...

How to celebrate Tango-no-sekku, also known as "Children's Day" in Japan

Celebrated on May 5, the Tango-no-Sekku (端午の節句) or the Iris festival (菖蒲の節句) is also one of the 5 sekku (五節句), mirroring the passing of the seasons.

The etymology of the word "sakura", a symbol of Japanese beauty, and the history of hanami

Symbol of beauty and one of the most recognizable emblems of Japan, Sakura flowers are the quintessential Japanese statement ! For your next hanami...

Traditions and celebration of Shunbun-no-hi or the Vernal Equinox in Japan

Associating nature to Shinto deities, Japanese culture has always carried a deep respect and admiration toward the passing of seasons. This way, sc...

Why is Hinamatsuri celebrated?

Hinamatsuri(ひな祭り), also called "Girls' Festival", "Japanese Dolls' Festival" or "Peach Festival" is a time of prayers for the health and happines...

Japanese fall starts in summer (英語)

What is O-bon? (英語とフランス語のみ)

Hello everyone!  How are you? Last week, it was O-bon in Japan! Have you heard this word before? If no, let me explain you quickly what is it about!