The yukata is a lightweight garment often worn during summer festivals in Japan. Unlike the kimono, which is more formal and often more challenging to wear, the yukata is a more casual yet equally elegant outfit made of cotton and decorated with floral, geometric, or nature-inspired patterns. Historical background of yukata The yukata is a […]
When is the world expo 2025 Osaka ? The Expo 2025 Osaka, which opened on April 13, 2025, will run for six months until October 13. Its theme is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” and it brings together 160 countries and regions to showcase innovations for a sustainable and inclusive future. What can you […]
On April 11th, 4 students of the advanced II class went on a field trip in Takadanobaba area. Students and teachers has shared their thoughts about this experience. Let’s take a moment to look back on that day! The Higo Hosokawa Garden opens at 9:00 AM. We arrived around 9:40 and strolled around the garden. […]
What is the Rokuyō calendar ? The Rokuyō (六曜) is a traditional Japanese calendar system that assigns a fortune—ranging from good to bad—to each day, cycling through six distinct types. While not based on scientific evidence, Rokuyō remains influential in Japan, especially when selecting dates for significant life events like weddings, funerals, and business openings. […]
On Friday, February 21, 2025, the Tourism Business class went on a one-day bus tour to Shizuoka Prefecture. After a break at the Ebina Service Area, we enjoyed all-you-can-eat strawberries at Izu Fruit Park. Then, we visited the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival. Prior to the trip, we decided as a class to create a video […]
This year, the Denmark Short Course took place again! 23 students came from Denmark to learn Japanese. The course schedule was as follows: Course 1: January, 9th〜February, 2nd, Course 2: February 10th〜March, 7th. On the final day, as a culmination of their studies in Japanese, 10 students gave speeches and performed calligraphy.The speeches included introductions […]
When is Golden Week? Golden Week (ゴールデンウィーク) is one of Japan’s biggest holiday seasons, spanning several national holidays that fall close together at the end of April and beginning of May. It’s a popular time for travel, leisure, and family gatherings across the country. Why “Golden Week”? Golden Week itself wasn’t a term initially used […]
Principal Ezoe established SNG in 1975 and devoted nearly half a century to teaching Japanese to international students. Driven by the question, “How can students learn Japanese more effectively?” he developed the innovative “Ezoe Method,” which visualizes parts of speech. This approach has become a crucial tool for helping learners acquire Japanese more efficiently. On […]
Is Christmas a national holiday in Japan ?Do Japanese celebrate Christmas and how ? Christmas (クリスマス) is not a national holiday in Japan, but it is widely celebrated in a unique way. Unlike in Western countries, Christmas in Japan is more about festive gatherings and romantic gestures than traditional religious customs. Christmas Eve, in particular, […]
If you wish to study Japanese in Japan long-term, you need to apply for a Certificate of Eligibility for a Student Visa through a Japanese language school. There are various requirements set by the Immigration Bureau for the Certificate of Eligibility, and one of these requirements, Japanese language study history, has been updated. When Did […]
