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All Japanese School Uniforms: Styles and School Culture

Japanese school uniforms are one of the most recognizable parts of everyday life in Japan, and not just for students.…

Japanese School Festival: Your Insider Guide to Japan’s Gakuensai

Japanese gakuensai fuse education, community and pure youthful energy into one unforgettable weekend. For foreign residents, they are the closest…

Undokai Explained: The Essential Guide to Japanese Sports Day Traditions

If you visit a Japanese school in the fall or spring, you will likely encounter a massive, coordinated spectacle known…

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Geisai 2025: Your Insider Guide to Tokyo University of the Arts’ Three-Day Carnival

Ueno Park’s leafy avenues burst into colour every September when Tokyo University of the Arts — affectionately known as “Geidai”…