January 2025 Issue—Available as a Back Issue

Hiragana Times | January 2025
Hiragana Times January 2025

Hiragana Times January 2025 Issue

ひらがなタイムズ 2025年1月号

Welcome to the January 2025 issue. Step into the new year with an exploration of Japan's enduring power of storytelling, the interwoven tales of the Expo, and the traditional power of Mochi that colors the New Year.
1月号へようこそ。新年を迎え、日本の物語力、万博が織りなすモノと者の物語、そして新年を彩る伝統的な餅の力を探求します。

Japan Explore

日本探究 & 再発見

Japan’s Power of Storytelling

Japan’s Power of Storytelling

Discover the profound narrative traditions that have shaped Japanese culture and continue to captivate the world with their unique power of storytelling.
日本の文化を形作り、独自の世界観で人々を魅了し続ける「物語力」の深淵なる伝統を探求します。

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The Interwoven Story of Things and People: The Expo

The Interwoven Story of Things and People: The Expo

Explore the cultural significance and shared human experiences brought together at the Expo, weaving a compelling narrative of objects and people.
万博という舞台で、モノと者が交差し織りなす壮大な物語と、その文化的な意義を紐解きます。

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Hiragana Times EXPO

Hiragana Times EXPO

We have had the honor of visiting embassies and creating stunning paintings inspired by the rich cultural essence of each country.
各国の大使館を訪問し、それぞれの国が持つ豊かな文化やエッセンスにインスピレーションを受けた絵画の数々をご紹介します。

Japan Now

日本の今

News Review
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The Charm of Osaka Conveyed Through Kabuki

かぶきでつたえるおおさかのみりょく

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New Expression & Buzzwords
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手帳会議 | Daily Planner Meeting

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ヌーハラ | Noodle Harassment

Close Up Japan
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Handwritten Daily Planners in the Smartphone Era: The Appeal of “Life Logs”

スマホ時代に売れる手書きの手帳:「ライフログ」の魅力

Pros and Cons with Insight
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De-digitalization in the Education Systems of IT-Advanced Countries like Sweden and Finland

IT先進国スウェーデン、フィンランド教育現場の「脱デジタル化」

Nihongo Do

日本語道

Voice Wave

Voice Wave | 言波

Explore the profound phonetic resonance and historic meaning imbued in the very name of the country, "Japan" (Nippon/Nihon).
香川照之の日本語道。「日本」という国名が持つ美しい音の響きと、そこに込められた深い歴史的意味を紐解きます。

Word Leaves

Word Leaves | 言の葉

Discover 'Mutsuki', the traditional name for January, a time meant for deepening family bonds and welcoming the fresh start of the new year.
新しい年の始まりを祝い、家族や親しい人々との絆を深める睦み合いの月。日本の1月「睦月」の美しい言葉の響きを紹介します。

Voice-Word Art

Voice-Word Art | 言技

Appreciate the delicate poetic seasonal words (kigo) that gracefully capture the sharp chill and still beauty of mid-winter.
1年で最も寒さが厳しくなる時期の、身が引き締まるような冷気と静寂の美しさを捉えた冬の季語(ことばの芸術)を楽しみます。

Japan Savvy

Japan Savvy | 日本通

Become a Mochi Savvy! Learn about the spiritual significance and traditions of eating pounded rice cakes to invite vitality in the New Year.
餅通になる!新年の活力を呼び込むために食されてきた「お餅」の歴史と、お正月の伝統的な行事における重要性を探ります。

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