Celebrating the New Year in Japan

Celebrating the New Year in Japan

New Year’s, or “shogatsu,” is the most important holiday in Japan and with it comes a fresh and hopeful start. When in Rome, do as the Romans do, but when in Japan, what do the Japanese do? Well, by December 31st, everything should be wrapped up. All work is complete...
Haunted Misawa

Haunted Misawa

Walking Leftwich Park at night may bring more than just a night under the stars. Legend has it our woods are haunted. You might have experienced something chilling and unexplainable while walking through the Misawa Club, taking a test at school, or even in your home....
Aomori Nebuta Festival

Aomori Nebuta Festival

The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri is a unique, colorful festival celebrated in the northern prefecture of Aomori held from August 1–7. This festival is a must-see and roughly 3 million people visit the Nebuta Matsuri every year! This festival is held once a year and features...
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