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Japanese Drinking Culture: Nomikai Explained

If you work in Japan, you can’t avoid nomikai. Nomikai isn’t just a drinking party. It’s where relationships are built […]

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In Japan, gift-giving isn’t just about presents. It’s how relationships are maintained. When to give, who to give to, what

The English Sumo Nationals 2026 take place this Saturday, 28 March, at Brunel University, Uxbridge (UB8 3PH), from 10am to

Every spring, London transforms into a sea of pink and white. Cherry blossom (sakura) season typically runs from late March

March 14 is White Day. In Japan, it’s the day when people who received chocolate on Valentine’s Day give something

Watch sumo, eat sushi, drink sake — all in one evening. Tokyo Nights is bringing this dream to London in

March 3rd is Hinamatsuri, one of Japan’s most visually striking traditions. Known in English as Girls’ Day or Dolls’ Day,

In the UK, Valentine’s Day means flowers and cards. Men give to women. Japan does it the other way around.

The UK’s largest Japanese film festival is back. The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2026 runs from 6 February to

Looking for Japanese cultural events in London this spring? Here’s what’s happening from February to June 2026, from long-running exhibitions