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International Women's Network in Tokyo What does living in a foreign country mean to you? Touch the exotic flavor of each unique culture. Join our network to share some relaxing and valuable time. Serious yet fun! Event in January: 1/20 2007 Japanese Garden and Sushi lunch 1/20 Event in February: 2/10 Christine's Crocheting Class! 2/10 Melting Pot Party in Shimokitazawa! 2/24

Japan - Creational Myths Could you teach us something interesting from your culture? Join our free newsletter to receive our upcoming event's information and membership discount!

Introduction of Japan - Culture

Beautiful things in Japan

handicraft Japanese patchwork Chirimen art Origami, paper folding Washi, Japanese paper Sashiko, Japanese stitch art Take-zaiku, bamboo art Wara-zaiku, straw art Kokeshi, Japanese dolls flowers and plants Bonsai, miniature trees and plants Ikebana, flower arrangement kimono kimono-wearing class food Japanese food, noodle, sushi, hot pot Nanakusa-gayu, seven herb rice porridge martial arts Judo, Karate, Kendo, Naginata Kyudo, Japanese archery theaters Bunraku, Japanese puppet theater games Japanese traditional games anime and manga Anime & Manga (comic book) musical instruments Wadaiko, Japanese drum Gagaku, ancient Japanese court music Koto, Japanese floor harp ceremony, meditation Sado, Japanese tea ceremony Zazen, meditation Furoshiki, Japanese traditional wrapping cloth

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