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Life in Japan Yamanashi Prefecture – The King and Queen of Mountains
Around a quarter of Yamanashi Prefecture is designated as National Parks, and two of Japan’s tallest mountains reside within one of them.
Posted by Coto Academy on November 1, 2017
Life in Japan Hokkaido Prefecture – Putting the “Win in Winter”
Whether its drift ice, onsen, skiing or snow festivals, Hokkaido knows how to do winters.
Posted by Coto Academy on October 30, 2017
Life in Japan Gifu Prefecture – Rich with Japanese Traditions
Many symbols of Gifu’s cultural heritage are still present today, including 250-year-old farmhouses and catching fish with aquatic birds!
Posted by Coto Academy on October 27, 2017
Life in Japan Osaka Prefecture – Industrious and Spirited
Osaka prefecture is renowned for its spirit and fine food. It’s one of Japan’s two urban (府) prefectures with 33 cities.
Posted by Coto Academy on October 25, 2017
Life in Japan Kanagawa Prefecture – So Much to See!
Kanagawa seems to have it all, a little Kyoto, views of Fuji-san, a blue-flag beach, a national park and a thriving capital city!
Posted by Coto Academy on October 23, 2017
Life in Japan Tokyo Prefecture (東京都) – The Mighty yet Small Metropolis in the Heart of Japan
Tokyo Prefecture is the third smallest prefecture in Japan, consisting of 23 special wards, all of which are governed like cities.
Posted by Coto Academy on October 18, 2017
Life in Japan Sports and Health Day (体育の日): A Reminder of What’s Important
Sports and Health Day in Japan is more closely associated with exercise, the community and healthy-eating, but is there anything else we should pay attention to?
Posted by Coto Academy on October 9, 2017
Life in Japan Autumnal Equinox Day (秋分の日): More Than Just a Change of Seasons
Far from being a new practice, the foundations of Autumnal Equinox Day were actually laid out centuries ago. But, many moons later, are the origins of this holiday still relevant today?
Posted by Coto Academy on September 23, 2017
Life in Japan Respect for the Aged Day (敬老の日): A Meaningful Holiday for Everyone
The values behind Respect-for-the-Aged Day are important reminders for all of us. But why?
Posted by Coto Academy on September 18, 2017
Life in Japan Dealing With Mold In Japan During The Rainy Season
Dealing with mold in Japan is a challenge but use these tools and tips to keep the fungus away from your apartment or home.
Posted by Coto Academy on August 14, 2017
Life in Japan 5 Ways to ‘Get-to-Know’ Mountain Day (山の日) in Tokyo
What is Japan’s newest holiday about, and can we actually celebrate it in Tokyo?
Posted by Coto Academy on August 11, 2017
Life in Japan What You Need to Know About Japan’s New Job Hunting Visa
The new Designated Activities visa allows foreign students actively seeking employment after graduation to stay in Japan.
