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Inside the World’s Largest Wooden Structure Built for Expo 2025 Osaka

June 18, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

As Japan gears up to welcome the world for Expo 2025 in Osaka, one structure is capturing global attention for its scale and vision—the world's largest wooden structure ever built. In contrast to the usual steel-and-glass landmarks often seen at international expos, this ambitious creation stands out for its focus on sustainability, cultural heritage, and modern design … [Read more...] about Inside the World’s Largest Wooden Structure Built for Expo 2025 Osaka

The Meaning of ‘Sensei’ And How To Use It Properly In Japanese

The most famous Japanese word students learn first is 先生. This is because many people travel to Japan to study or teach Japanese and encounter the word daily. 先生 usually attaches to the family name. Yamada-sensei would be how you refer to a teacher named ‘First name’ Yamada. However, Japanese people know that foreigners use […]

Samurai and Ninja: 5 Key Differences in Feudal Japan

Samurai and ninja are two of the most iconic figures in Japanese history, often romanticized in movies, anime, and video games. While both are associated with feudal Japan, their roles, skills, and philosophies were vastly different. Understanding these differences is crucial to separating historical fact from the exaggerated portrayals often seen in popular culture. This […]

Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing Brokenness and Finding Beauty

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 […]

Man Gets Insane Abs in 5 Months Doing a Japanese Exercise Called Tabata

A Japanese Twitter user stunned the internet after showing the results of his Tabata workout training. The man, who goes by the handle, claims he was able to shed 13 kilograms (28.6 pounds) and 18.2% of his body fat using only the training method, according to The Star. The before and after pictures he posted […]

10 Must-See Japanese Summer Festivals (Matsuri)

As the cicadas begin their persistent chorus and humidity blankets the archipelago, Japan transforms into a wonderland of cultural celebration. Summer in Japan isn’t merely a season—it’s a spectacular display of centuries-old traditions brought to life through matsuri (festivals) that captivate all senses. The rhythmic pounding of taiko drums echoes through narrow streets while paper […]