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Why Japan loves ghost stories Japan is a land that is famous for its horror; its rich tradition of yūrei 幽霊 (ghosts) and yōkai 妖怪 (supernatural beings and monsters) make up the chilling backbone of Japanese folklore. These tales aren’t just meant to frighten — they reflect cultural beliefs shaped by Buddhism and Shinto, where ancestral spirits are honored but restless souls may linger as vengeful onryō 怨霊 (vengeful spirits). Spanning centuries of folklore and...
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Japanese Culture
Why Japan loves ghost stories Japan is a land that is famous for its horror; its rich tradition of yūrei 幽霊 (ghosts) and yōkai 妖怪 (supernatural beings and monsters) make up the chilling backbone of...
Japanese Culture
As every culture has its ghosts and ghouls, so too do the Japanese in the form of yōkai (妖怪). Made up of two kanji that represent “bewitching; calamity” and “apparition; mystery; suspicious,” they also come...
Study Trip
What makes our special interest trips in Japan so unique? Our special interest trips in Japan are curated adventures designed for people who want to dive deep into their passion, whether it is modern pop...
Study Trip
How do our Study Trips turn learning into lifelong memories? A great Study Trip is about more than what you learn in the classroom; it is about the incredible experiences you have and the memories...
Study Trip
What’s the secret to an amazing Study Trip? A great Study Trip isn’t just about the location; it’s about the people who guide you. With over 15 years of experience helping students come to Japan,...
Life in Japan
You’ve chosen your school, completed the application, now you just need to book your flights and sort out somewhere to live. But what are your accommodation options in Japan, how do you make a choice,...
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