On January 31st, the final of the Bouldering Japan Cup for sports climbing, which was added as a new event of the Tokyo Olympics, was […]
Kanji of the year
There are only a few days left in this year. This year has been very severe situation due to the pandemic outbreak of the Covid-19. […]
In the cold season
It’s December, and the year is fast approaching its end. The temperature is dropping rapidly, and what we want to eat in the cold season […]
Japan, mountains and the future of mountaineering
What image comes to mind when you think of “Japan”? Not to mention the “Hinomaru”, the national flag of Japan, but many people may also […]
With or without Spectators?
Horse races hosted by Japan Racing Association will resume with a limited number of spectators on Oct. 10. JRA seems to be taking things very […]
Postponed
I love horse racing. I looked forward to watching races on Dubai World Cup day but it was decided to be postponed until next year. […]
About Akita Prefecture in the Tohoku Region
The Tokyo Olympics will use venues in Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures in the Tohoku region. Akita Prefecture in the Tohoku region has the Oga no […]
Hatsumōde
In Japan, there is a custom to visit shrines during the New Year holidays, give thanks for one year, and pray for various things in […]
February 3 is Setsubun.
Setsubun has a tradition of throwing dried soybeans called “Mamemaki”. Many temples hold “Mamemaki” events. Some temples feature actors, talent and athletes as guests. How […]
From “Yuru Chara” to Mascot robot
With the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, initiatives for the Tokyo 2020 Robot Project are being implemented. At the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Robots snuggle up in various […]