That Japan Life: Navigate The Exciting Challenges Of Life In Japan As A Clueless Gaijin!

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Yokohama Marine Tower’s special tanabata lightup was so pretty ❤️ #横浜 #yokohama#tanabata #七夕
The summer heat and humidity in Japan can be brutal, but then you remember it's officially reimen (冷麺) season! The summer heat and humidity in Japan can be brutal, but then you remember it's officially reimen (冷麺) season! This Japanese cold noodle dish is the ultimate lifesaver from June to September. The chilled, tangy broth, chewy noodles, and crisp toppings like cucumber and kimchi are the most refreshing combination. It's the one thing that makes the sweltering city summer not just bearable, but enjoyable. What's your favorite food to beat the summer heat? Let me know in the comments! #shorts #reimen #japanesefood #japan #japansummer #coldnoodles #lifeinjapan #tokyo #foodie #whattoeatinjapan #日本の夏 #冷麺
POV: You Remember It's Reimen Season 🔥🍜
It’s that time of year again! Just before July 7th, you might notice vibrant decorations and bamboo trees appearing all across Japan. This is for Tanabata (七夕), often called the "Star Festival," one of Japan's most beautiful and romantic summer celebrations. WHAT IS TANABATA? The festival is based on the ancient Chinese legend of two divine lovers, Orihime (the weaver star, Vega) and Hikoboshi (the cowherd star, Altair). After they fell in love and neglected their duties, they were separated by the Milky Way as a punishment. Now, they are only allowed to meet once a year—on the 7th day of the 7th month. However, if it rains, the "river" of the Milky Way floods, and they must wait another year! 🌌 TRADITIONS & DECORATIONS: The most famous tradition is writing wishes on small, colorful strips of paper called tanzaku (短冊) and hanging them on bamboo branches. You'll also see other beautiful origami and paper decorations, like: * Fukinagashi (吹き流し): Colorful streamers representing weaving threads. * Orizuru (折鶴): Paper cranes for longevity and good luck. While many areas celebrate on July 7th, some regions (like the famous Sendai Tanabata Festival) hold their celebrations in August based on the old lunar calendar. Have you ever celebrated Tanabata or written a wish on a tanzaku? Let us know in the comments below! 📝✨ #Tanabata #七夕 #Japan #JapaneseCulture #StarFestival #VisitJapan #Tokyo #Kyoto #Sendai #JapaneseTradition #FestivalsOfJapan
What is Tanabata? 🎋 Japan's Beautiful Star Festival Explained (七夕)
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