• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Japan & Extra

You Every day Japan

  • Culture
  • Travel
  • History
  • Food
  • Manga
  • Job
  • Business
  • Technology
  • News

Fukuda

Jigoro Kano: The Founder of Judo and His Enduring Legacy

March 31, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

Jigoro Kano

This article will focus on the history of Jigoro Kano, the man that preferred to be called a learner rather than a master. Study reports that Jigoro Kano was born on October 28, 1860, in Mikage which is a district of Kobe, Japan. He hailed from a well-known family, with his father, Jirosaku Kano, serving as a prominent official for the Shogunate. Kano was renowned as an … [Read more...] about Jigoro Kano: The Founder of Judo and His Enduring Legacy

Primary Sidebar

YOU MAY LIKE

10 Strange Part-time Jobs in Japan

In Japan, the German word “Arubaito” (アルバイト – arubaito, or baito for short) is used to describe part-time jobs. People take on part-time jobs for various reasons, and some of these jobs are quite unusual. Let’s explore some of the most unique and strange part-time jobs you can find in Japan. 1. Vending Machine Scout […]

Plum wine umeshu

10 Best Japanese Umeshu Plum Wine

Imagine a drink that dances on your palate with a harmonious blend of sweet and tart, a beverage steeped in centuries of tradition yet endlessly adaptable to modern tastes. That’s umeshu, Japan’s beloved plum wine, a liqueur with roots stretching back to the Heian period (794-1185). Crafted in early summer from unripe ume plums soaked […]

Waku Waku : Meaning, Usage, and Origins of Waku Waku

Japanese onomatopoeia is a vibrant and integral part of the language, extending far beyond mere sound effects to convey emotions, sensations, and states of being. Among these expressive words, waku waku (わくわく) stands out as a commonly used term to describe feelings of excitement and anticipation. Unlike in English, where onomatopoeia is often confined to informal contexts […]

Inside Japan’s Hikikomori Crisis: Understanding Social Isolation in the Land of Harmony

When most people imagine Japan, vivid images of neon-lit cityscapes, quiet temples, and cutting-edge innovation often come to mind. Tourists flock to experience the country’s meticulous hospitality, delicious cuisine, and deep-rooted traditions. Yet, behind this vibrant surface lies a quiet, sobering reality that even many foreign residents may overlook: the growing population of hikikomori—individuals who […]

Japanese Man Detained in China for Bold Great Wall Prank

Beijing, China – A Japanese man in his 20s was detained in China earlier this year after a stunt at the Great Wall that authorities deemed a violation of public security laws. The incident, which occurred in early January, involved the man exposing his buttocks at the historic site while a female companion photographed the […]

  • Privacy Policy
  • About us
  • Contact

Copyright © 2026 · Magazine Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in