Every summer in Japan, something truly magical happens along the rivers and coasts — thousands of glowing lanterns gently float on the water, creating a peaceful, dreamlike scene. This beautiful tradition is called Toro Nagashi, the Japanese Floating Lantern Festival, a heartfelt ceremony honoring ancestors, praying for peace, and celebrating life itself.

FoE Japan（エフ・オー・イー・ジャパン）は、地球規模での環境問題に取り組む国際環境NGOです。世界73ヵ国に200万人のサポーターを有する Friends of the Earth International のメンバー団体として、1980年から日本で活動をしています。

Making sure that no child is left behind, Hikari Naito, joined Chance for Children because of her own childhood experiences! We at Giving Tuesday Japan had the exclusive opportunity to interview her about her mission, what inspired her to join Chance For Children, and how we all can support this amazing cause.

誰一人取り残されないよう、内藤日香里さんは自身の幼少期の経験からチャンス・フォー・チルドレンに参加しました。

If you’re planning a summer trip to Japan, one of the most spectacular events you won’t want to miss is Tenjin Matsuri in Osaka. This lively festival, held every year on July 24th and 25th, is considered one of Japan’s top three festivals, alongside Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri and Tokyo’s Kanda Matsuri. It’s a wonderful celebration full of tradition, energy, and dazzling sights that truly capture the spirit of Japanese summer.

With the World Expo currently being held in Osaka, many of us are curious about expos.  What is a World Expo?  What is the purpose behind it?  With this article, I hope to answer most, if not all, of those questions.

Umi no Hi, also known as Marine Day, is celebrated annually on the third Monday of July.  As a maritime country, Japan has a deep connection with the ocean, and although the holiday itself has only been officially recognized for 20 years, its history dates back much further.

スタジオIL文京は、地域で暮らす障害者の自立を支援する活動を行う「自立生活センター」です。 「IL」とは"Independent Living＝自立した生活"の略で、自分の人生を自分で描いていくという意味が込められています。