Japanese history
Five Places Linked to Japan’s Hidden Christians
A journey to the abandoned villages and historical churches of Nagasaki to explore the intriguing story of Japan's hidden Christians.
By Burcu Basar 5 min read
5 Cool Things I Learned About Japan at Ise Shrine
Not only is Ise Grand Shrine Japan's most important Shinto site—but it's also a great deep dive into Japanese culture and history.
8 Influential Women and Girls in Modern Japanese History
Celebrate International Women's Day this month by learning about these eight impressive Japanese women.
GaijinPot on Location: A Quest for Kurosawa
Discover the real-life locations seen in some of the acclaimed director Akira Kurosawa's most iconic movies.
Why are There So Many Summer Festivals in Japan?
What is the history, superstitions and culture surrounding all these summer celebrations?
Why is June ‘The Month of No Water’?
The literal mysteries of tsuyu, the Japanese term for the rainy season.
Everything You Need to Know About Hinamatsuri
March 3 is a special day for girls in Japan as they celebrate Hinamatsuri, also known as the Doll's Festival. This is a day to pray for young girl's health and happiness.
What Ghost of Tsushima Gets Right and Wrong About Japan’s Past
Does Ghost of Tsushima strike the balance between playability and authenticity? We think it does. Here's why.
