According to legend, the definition of Wabi sabi was never written…
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The World of Wagashi
In Japan, sweet treats are practically a way of life. You might know about the unique flavors of…
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Alumni Share: Adapting to your Environments
In this episode, our host, Program Officer Shabnam Ahmed, we will discuss the topic of…
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Camp Zama medical translator pays it forward, assists…
Read about Yuko Sano, a medical translator at Camp Zama in Japan.
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Engaging with the Japanese Culture and Language
A service member discusses engaging with the culture and language in Japan.
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Addressing Others in Japan
In this video, a Japanese national discusses addressing superiors in Japan.
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Gestures in Japan
In this video, a service member demonstrates how Japanese people gesture numbers.
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VCAT Japan
The purpose of this course is to provide cultural awareness and language training using gaming…
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Baby-Naming Around the World
In many countries and cultures, the act of naming a baby is more than just signing a birth…
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