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Japanese 101 & 102: Intro to Japanese Language and Culture: Discover Japan

Discover Japan

Internet Resources

JICC (the Japan Information & Culture Center

A part of the Public Affairs Section of the Embassy of Japan in Washington, D.C. The JICC is committed to enriching the relationship between Japan and the United States through an active, vibrant cultural exchange. Japan Fact, Guide, Resources, etc. are available. 

Japan Cultural Expo - Nihonhaku - | Exploring Arts of Japan from Antiquity to the Present The Japan Cultural Expo is an initiative of the Japanese government to enhance the appeal of Japanese arts and culture. Our mission is to encourage people to discover the charm of Japanese culture while enjoying programs of cultural content, including art exhibitions, performing arts, and art festivals.
Led by the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Japan Arts Council, it is a collaborative, inter-agency project drawing on the cooperation of numerous public and private sector partners.

Arts and Culture - AGENCY FOR CULTURAL AFFAIRS of Japan: The Agency for Cultural Affairs is dedicated to the promotion of media arts such as films, animation, and manga, by providing support to creative work including music, films, dance and other dramatic arts, fostering young and upcoming artists, reinforcing opportunities for children's arts and culture experiences, providing support to arts and culture activities in local communities, and hosting the Japan Media Arts Festival.

JNTO - Official Tourism Guide for Japan Travel - Japan National Tourism Organization (established in 1964)

NHK World Japan (Streaming TV Shows) The international service of NHK, the sole public media organization of Japan. Through television, radio, and the internet, we reach the entire world in multiple languages, providing accurate and impartial news and rich, quality content. We promote mutual understanding between people with editorials that respect freedom and democracy.

Web Japan Web Japan provides information about Japan, including facts, fun and new trends, traditional and pop culture, science and technology, food, travel, and lifestyle. Portal for information on Japan and Japanese culture, travel, traditions, and more. Provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. 

Web Japan Fact Sheet Concise introductions of Japan, from economy to sports and culture. 

Study in Japan Official Website by Japan Student Service Organization

This site is a government-approved information site for studying in Japan operated by the Japan Student Services Organization in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

JICC | Resources in DMV Area Here you will find various Japan-related organizations/resources based in the DC-Maryland-Virginia area.

Traditional Japanese Culture and More

Japanese Architecture - Britannica Academic

Japanese Architecture - Credo Reference

Japanese Art - Britannica Academic

Japanese Art - Credo Reference

Japanese Philosophy - Britannica Academic 

Japanese Pottery - Britannica Academic  

Japan, Poetry of - Credo Reference

Japanese Music - Britannica Academic  

Japanese Music - Credo Reference

Tea Ceremony - Britannica Academic  

Tea Ceremony, Japanese - Credo Reference

Japanese Tea Ceremony: Cha-No-Yu and the Zen Art of Mindfulness (E-Book)

Ikebana - Britannica Academic  

Ikebana (on-demand video) - NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Japan from the article Flower Decoration - Britannica Academic 

Japanese Religion - Credo Reference

Shinto (Religion) - Britannica Academic 

Shinto (Religion) - Credo Reference