Discoveries from around the archipelago
It's a quiet day in the Uncovering Japan house today, as I'm still recovering from the eventful weekend. Between a 4th birthday party for my daughter and a day trip to Kurokawa Onsen (as per the birthday kid's request), I am rather enjoying a mellow Monday. But as it's also Seijin no Hi (Coming of Age... Continue Reading →
'Tis the season ... of public holidays, that is. Just like it seems that every other Monday in autumn is a public holiday (and a day off 🙂 ), the weeks between the end of December and the beginning of January feel equally blessed with national celebrations. Today is one of my favorite days to... Continue Reading →
Calling all 20 year olds! Anyone, anyone? If you're a young Japanese entering his or her third decade of life, then today - the second Monday of the year - is your day. Coming of Age Day (or Seijin no Hi, in Japanese) is the time to celebrate your passing into adulthood - you can... Continue Reading →
