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Since our launch in 2015, JapanDaily.jp has been dedicated to bringing the beauty, culture, innovation, and everyday stories of Japan to readers around the world. Whether you’re a Japan enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of Japanese life, we’re here to inspire and inform you.

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Imagine dropping your favorite ceramic bowl. It shatters into pieces, and your heart sinks. But what if, instead of throwing it away, you could repair it in a way that not only restores it but also makes it more beautiful than before? This is the essence of Kintsugi (金継ぎ), the ancient Japanese art of repairing broken pottery […]

Introduction to Stigmatized Properties in Japan: The Website “Oshima Teru”

Have you ever questioned if your current home or a future one could have been the scene of a tragic incident?In Japan, the concept of stigmatized properties—homes where tragic events like murders, suicides, or fires have occurred—has long been a sensitive issue in the real estate market. These properties, often referred to as jiko bukken (事故物件), carry […]

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Daisugi, the 600 year old Japanese way of growing trees on top of the trees

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