■ Cover Story
We are the Bees.
私たちは、蜂とともに在る。
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ JAPAN STYLE
Amazing Evolution, Stationery.
進化がスゴイ文房具
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ JAPANese News
News Review
Looking Back at Anniversaries in the Newspaper
きねんびをしんぶんでふりかえる
>> Read Content (coming soon)New Expression & Buzzwords
Harahara / ハラハラ
>> Read Content (coming soon)Hakatomo (Huh?) / 墓友
>> Read Content (coming soon)Close Up Japan
Will Japan Disappear Due to Declining Birthrate?
少子化で日本は消滅するか?
>> Read Content (coming soon)Pros and Cons
Muslims Living in Japan Seeking Burial Plots Where They Can Be Buried in the Ground
土葬できる墓地を求める在日イスラム教徒
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Nihongo Spirit
■ Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
The Japanese Language Is Made From the Sounds of Nature!?
日本語は、自然界の音からできた!?
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Echoes of Japan
The Japanese Way of Thinking Born from Living in Harmony with Nature
自然との共生から生まれた日本人の思考
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Savvy
Fireworks for You and Your Loved Ones
大切な人と見たい花火
Become a Fireworks Savvy | 花火通になる
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Trend
■ Topics & Events
e large-scale exhibition by Junji Ito日本のホラー漫画界を牽引する伊藤潤二の大型原画展
Ten days of illuminating the ancient city of Nara with candlelight古都・奈良をろうそくの灯りで彩る10日間■ Japan Products
- Postural Improvement Smart Pen | スマート姿勢改善ペン
- Multi shoulder case | マルチショルダーケース
- Drunken Whale Cookies | 蔵元すい～つ（酔鯨）
- Ume-C’est bon | うめセボン
■ Spotlight
Hanakutsuwa
花轡
The July 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年7月号が発売中です。
■ Cover Story
Spreading to the World : “Homaekake”
世界へ広がる「帆前掛け」
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ JAPAN STYLE
Magical Apron: Homaekake
魔法のエプロン：帆前掛け
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ JAPANese News
News Review
The Returns for the Crowdfunding are Stones or Branches
クラウドファンディングのリターンは、いしやえだ
>> Read Content (coming soon)New Expression & Buzzwords
Neko Mi-mu / 猫ミーム
>> Read Content (coming soon)Hate? (Huh?) / はて？
>> Read Content (coming soon)Close Up Japan
Noto Peninsula’s Slow Recovery
復興が進まない能登半島
>> Read Content (coming soon)Pros and Cons
Pros and Cons of Restricting Language
言葉の制限への賛否の声
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Nihongo Spirit
■ Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
The Origin of Japanese – Yamato Language
日本語の原点ーー大和言葉
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Echoes of Japan
Japanese Continues to Evolve by Incorporating Foreign Words
外国語を取り入れて進化を続ける日本語
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Savvy
Goldfish that Brings Happiness
幸せを呼ぶ金魚
Become a Goldfish Savvy | 金魚通になる
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Trend
■ Topics & Events
Exhibition of the most popular action games tracing 20 years of history20年の歴史をたどる大人気アクションゲームの展覧会
A large-scale exhibition of the creative group CLAMP創作集団CLAMPの大規模展覧会■ Japan Products
- Crib Tatami | ベビーベッド畳
- L’AMIPLUS Hand Cream | ラミプリュスハンドクリーム
- Toy Camera Pieni II | トイカメラ ピエニ 2
- Tuna Dismantling! Sushi Chef Set | マグロ解体！寿司職人セット
■ Spotlight
Specialty Store Where You can Experience UME Works
梅仕事が体験できる専門店>> Read Content (coming soon)
Japan is country filled with Mystical Blue
日本は神秘なブルーに満ちた国
>> Read Content (coming soon)
The June 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年6月号が発売中です。
■ Cover Story
Mountains’ Communion: Japan’s Source of Energy
山々の交信__日本のエネルギーの源
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ JAPAN STYLE
Receiving Life from the Mountains: The Japanese Experience
山から命をもらう日本人。
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ JAPANese News
News Review
“Keganashi” Traffic Safety
「けがなし」でこうつうあんぜん
>> Read Content (coming soon)New Expression & Buzzwords
Maruhara (Maru harassment) / マルハラ
>> Read Content (coming soon)Jitome (Scornful eyes) / ジト目
>> Read Content (coming soon)Close Up Japan
Are robots enemies or friends of humans?
ロボットは人間にとって、敵？ 友達！？
>> Read Content (coming soon)Pros and Cons
Voices for and against Legalizing Optional Selective Married Couples’ Separate Surnames Law
選択的夫婦別姓法制化への賛否の声
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Nihongo Spirit
■ Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
Male and Female Speech Style
男言葉と女言葉
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Echoes of Japan
Japanese Language Changing with the Times
時代と共に変化する日本語
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Savvy
Walking with healing
癒やされて、歩く
Become a Mountain Savvy | 山通になる
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Trend
■ Topics & Events
Exhibition on the hidden secrets of insects 知られざる昆虫の秘密に迫る展覧会
A retrospective exhibition tracing the creative activities of YASUHIKO Yoshikazu 安彦良和の創作活動をたどる回顧展■ Japan Products
- Fuwa Urushi KOMLA | 浮漆「KOMLA」
- Koya Tofu Cookies | こうやとうふクッキー
- Aburatorigami Ramune | あぶらとり紙 ラムネ
- Naozane Sake Jelly | 直実日本酒ぜりぃ
■ Spotlight
“Growing kendama”
「育てるけん玉」>> Read Content (coming soon)
Wasabi, Living in Water.
水で生きる、わさび。
>> Read Content (coming soon)
The May 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年5月号が発売中です。
■ Cover Story
With Prayers and Wishes for Noto
能登へ祈りと願いを込めて
>> Read Content
■ JAPAN STYLE
Connecting to the Future, MINGEI
未来につなげる民藝
>> Read Content
JAPANese News
News Review
Conduct a Memorial Ceremony for Your Fave Merchandise
おしかつグッズをくよう
>> Read Content (coming soon)New Expression & Buzzwords
Ear Acupuncture Jewelry / 耳つぼジュエリー
>> Read Content (coming soon)Tibetan Sand Fox Face / チベスナ顔
>> Read Content (coming soon)Close Up Japan
A New Ninja Movie Depicting the True Essence of “Shinobi” is Born
「忍」本来の姿を描いた、新しいNinja映画が誕生
>> Read Content (coming soon)Pros and Cons
Pros and Cons of the Film “Father of the Atomic Bomb”
「原爆の父」の映画に賛否の声
>> Read Content (coming soon)Nihongo Spirit
■ Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
In Ancient Times, There were No Borders
古代に国境はなかった
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Echoes of Japan
The Radiance of Myths Continuing into the Modern Age
現代にも続く神話の輝き
>> Read Content (coming soon)■ Japan Savvy
With Love to Bento
Bentoに愛を込めて
Become a Bento Savvy | 弁当通になる
>> Read Content (coming soon)Japan Trend
■ Topics & Events
An exhibition tracing the history of the vehicle 乗り物のの歴史をたどる展覧会
An exhibition that allows visitors to experience the bath culture of ancient Rome and Japan 古代ローマと日本のお風呂文化を体感できる展覧会
■ Japan Products
- OMOSHIROI CALENDAR | DAILY World Travel -Blue | おもしろいカレンダー デイリー ワールドトラベル – ブルー
- American Wheat / Extra Special Bitter | アメリカンウィート／エクストラスペシャルビター
- Wax dyeing large handkerchief kits | ろうけつ染め大判ハンカチキット
- ORIFUSI Smooth face soap | ORIFUSI なめらか洗顔石鹸
■ Spotlight
The World’s First Theme Parkwith the immersive experience
没入体験が味わえる世界初のテーマパーク>> Read Content (coming soon)
“The Water of Life” gratefully Partaking.
「命の水」いただきます。
>> Read Content (coming soon)
The April 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年4月号が発売中です。
■ Cover Story
A Joyous and Peaceful Spring!
春うらら！
>> Read Content
■ JAPAN STYLE
A Daily-evolving, Incredibly Delicious Ramen
日々進化する、美味しすぎるラーメン
>> Read Content
JAPANese News
News Review
An Event Combining Sports and Bamboo Shoot Digging
スポーツとたけのこほりをくみあわせたイベント
>> Read ContentNew Expression & Buzzwords
Omeari (Congratulations and Thank you) / おめあり
>> Read ContentOyakaku (Confirm with Parents) / オヤカク
>> Read ContentClose Up Japan
A New Pinnacle of Lunar Landing: Pinpoint Landing
月面着陸の新たな頂点：ピンポイント着陸
>> Read ContentPros and Cons
A Ukrainian-born Model is Chosen as Miss Japan
ミス日本にウクライナ運まれのモデルが選ばれる
>> Read ContentNihongo Spirit
■ Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
Can Japanese Culture “Save Humanity’s End”!?
日本文化が「人類の終末」を救う！？
>> Read Content■ Echoes of Japan
Japan as Seen by Foreigners in History
歴史上の外国人が見た日本
>> Read Content■ Japan Savvy
Fluttering and Flurries of Flowers
ひらりひらりと花吹雪
Become an Cherry Blossom Savvy | 桜通になる
>> Read ContentJapan Trend
■ Topics & Events
Exhibition tracing 250 years of the Yoshiwara 吉原の250年をたどる展覧会
Exhibition on the wonders of mammals 哺乳類の不思議に迫まる展覧会
■ Japan Products
- Stuffed toy pouch featuring sea turtles | アオウミガメの赤ちゃんのぬいぐるみポーチ
- Binder-type cat help diary | バインダー式ねこヘルプ手帳
- Banana Peel Supple | バナナの皮サプリ
- Origami Cup® Fuji Rokugasane | おりがみカップ®「富士六重ね」ト
Hiragana Times EXPO
■ Syrian Arab Pavilion
Embassy of Syrian Arab x Gakyojin BUNTA iNOUE
シリア大使館 × 画狂人 井上文太
>> Read Content
■ Syrian Arab JAPAN +×♡ / タスケアイ
A Country Bridging Eastern and Western Cultures
東西文化の架け橋の国
>> Read Content
The March 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年3月号が発売中です。
■ Cover Story
Uma Ku Iku (Everything’s Gonna Be Alright)
馬九行久
>> Read Content
■ JAPAN STYLE
Blades Imbued with a Sacred Radiance, Housing the Soul
神聖な輝きに魂宿す刀剣
>> Read Content
JAPANese News
News Review
Turning Food Samples on the Airport’s Carousel
くうこうのターンテーブルをまわるしょくひんサンプル
>> Read ContentNew Expression & Buzzwords
Wan-kan (One-can) / ワン缶
>> Read ContentKitetsu (Train color fashion) / 着鉄
>> Read ContentClose Up Japan
Wisdom for Disaster Reduction Inherited in Earthquake-prone Japan
地震大国・日本で受け継がれてきた減災の知恵
>> Read ContentPros and Cons
Calls for Abolishing the Treatment of Pets as Cargo and Allowing Them to Board With Passengers in the Cabin
ペットの貨物扱い廃止と機内への同伴搭乗を求める声
>> Read ContentNihongo Spirit
■ Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
A Culture of Ambiguous Expressions and Implicit Understanding
あいまい表現と察する文化
>> Read Content■ Nihongodo Practice
What Are the Genetic Roots of the Japanese People?
日本人の遺伝子ルーツは？
>> Read Content■ Japan Savvy
Japanese People Who Love Hot Springs
温泉を愛してやまない日本人
Become an Onsen Savvy | 温泉通になる
>> Read ContentJapan Trend
■ Topics & Events
An Exhibition Featuring Hina Dolls From All Over Japan 日本各地の雛人形が集う展覧会
An Exhibition Commemorating the 900th Anniversary of the Construction of Chuson-ji Temple 中尊寺金色堂の建立900年を記念した展覧会
■ Japan Products
- WOODEN PUZZLE GOJUNO TOWER | 3D ウッドパズル 五重の塔
- Kishu Hinoki Bento Box | 紀州桧くりぬき弁当箱
- Umamo | うま藻
- Vegetable sheet | やさいシート
Hiragana Times EXPO
■ Panama Pavilion
Embassy of Panama x Gakyojin BUNTA iNOUE
パナマ大使館 × 画狂人 井上文太
>> Read Content
■ Panama JAPAN +×♡ / タスケアイ
For World Peace and Economic Stability
世界平和と経済安定のために
>> Read Content
February 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年2月号が発売中です。
Cover Story
JAPAN STYLE
📖 The Allure of Yakitori
やきとりの魅力
JAPANese News
News Review
🎧 Making Socks by Riding a Bicycle
じてんしゃをこいでつくるくつしたNew Expression & Buzzwords
🎧 Purple Company / パープル起業
🎧 Miru shou (Watching Shogi) / 観る将Close Up Japan
🎧 The Appeal of Hiragana is Now Attracting Attention Again
今、再注目される、ひらがなの魅力Pros and Cons
🎧 Bear Damage is Sharply Increasing Nationwide
全国でクマ被害が急増Nihongo Spirit
Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
🎧 Japanese as a Culture
文化としての日本語Nihongodo Practice
🎧 Foundation Day of Japan
日本の建国日Japan Savvy
🎧 Snow Flutters
雪が舞う
Become a Snow Savvy | 雪通になるJapan Trend
Topics & Events
日本の巨大ロボットを知る展覧会 – Exhibition to Learn About Japanese Giant Robots
音楽家・坂本龍一を追悼する展覧会– Exhibition in Memory of SAKAMOTO Ryuichi, Musician
Japan Products
- tape recorder | テープレコーダー
- You Are My Treasure Snood | キミはボクの宝物スヌード
- Immersion Dripper SWITCH | 浸漬式セラミックドリッパー スイッチ
- Hokkaido canola oil | 北海道産なたね油
Spotlight
Cho Kabuki
超歌舞伎Japanese School Experience
日本の学校体験
January 2024 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2024年1月号が発売中です。
JAPAN Art
Cover Story
Listening to the Voices of Microorganisms
微生物の声を聞く
JAPAN STYLE
“Itadakimasu” with Miso Soup
お味噌汁から「いただきます」
Hiragana Times EXPO
World Pavillion
Embassy of Ecuador x Gakyojin BUNTA iNOUE
エクアドル大使館 × 画狂人 井上文太Paradise Under the Sun: The Resonance of Nature and Tradition in Ecuador
太陽の下の楽園：エクアドルの自然と伝統の共鳴
JAPAN +× ♡
A Country that Respects and Loves Nature
自然を重んじ愛する国H. E. Mr. César Augusto MONTAÑO Huerta | Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Ecuador
駐日エクアドル共和国特命全権大使 セサル・アウグスト・モンターニョ・ウエルタさん
JAPANese News
News Review
🎧 Lucky Temple Cat
幸運の寺猫New Expression & Buzzwords
🎧 Atmosphere Handsome / 雰囲気イケメン
🎧 Drinking xx / 飲む○○Close Up Japan
🎧 The Anticipated Next-generation Energy Originating from Japan
期待される日本発の次世代エネルギーPros and Cons
🎧 Hereditary and Family Business in Japanese Politics
日本の政界における世襲化・家業化Nihongo Spirit
Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
🎧 Japanese is a Language that Facilitates the Exchange of Hearts
日本語は心を交流させる言語Nihongodo Practice
🎧 Wisdom in Peaceful Resolution of Territorial Disputes
領土争いを平和的に解決した知恵Japan Savvy
🎧 Ochazuke, the Ultimate Fast Food
究極のファーストフード「お茶漬け」Japan Trend
Topics & Events
– Exhibition of the Versatile Artist Hon’ami Koetsu
多才な芸術家 本阿弥光悦の展覧会
– A Major Solo Exhibition of MURAKAMI Takashi, a Pioneer of Contemporary Art
現代アートの先駆者 村上隆の大規模な個展Japan Products
- Baked cake tin series to go with Japanese tea | 日本茶に合う焼き菓子缶シリーズ
- Sashimi soy sauce caramel | さしみ醤油キャラメル
- Hatae | 二十重
- MITATE | MITATE
Spotlight
A Bar where you can Enjoy DIY with Scrap Wood
廃材で楽しむモノづくりバー
December 2023 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2023年12月号が発売中です。
JAPAN Art
Cover Story
Conducting Gold
伝導する黄金
JAPAN ARTIST
The Story of Sculpture, Vessels, nd Salvation
彫刻と器と救いのはなしMs. TOUGANE Hijiri
東金 聖さん
JAPAN STYLE
Kintsugi, a Golden Joinery Reviving Life
いのち、よみがえる金継ぎ
JAPANese News
News Review
🎧 Eye Protection Show by Drone
ドローンによる目の愛護ショーNew Expression & Buzzwords
🎧 Naaze naaze / なぁぜなぁぜ
🎧 Minato-ku Joshi / 港区女子Close Up Japan
🎧 Manga is Establishing Itself as a Major form of Entertainment
一大エンターテインメントの地位を確立しつつあるまんがPros and Cons
🎧 The “No Abuse Ordinance,” to Protect Children
子どもを守る「虐待禁止条例」Nihongo Spirit
Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
🎧 Is Japan Worthy of Being a World Cultural Leader!?
日本は世界の文化リーダーにふさわしい！？Nihongodo Practice
🎧 Wa-you secchuu (Fusion of Japanese and Western styles)
和洋折衷Echoes of Historic Japan
🎧 Nobunaga and Tea Ceremony
信長と茶会Japan Trend
Topics & Events
– A Collection of Valuable Items Related to the Imperial Household
皇室ゆかりの貴重な品が一同に
– Exhibition of Samurai by Hokusai
北斎が描くサムライの展覧会Japan Products
- PÉPET | ペペット
- Powdered yogurt | 粉ヨーグルト
- Craft Onsen-jp YUGAWARA | クラフト温泉 湯河原
- CHOIKOTA | ちょいこた
Spotlight
Anyone Can Be Santa Claus
誰でもサンタクロースになれる
November 2023 Issue Is Now On Sale!
ひらがなタイムズ2023年11月号が発売中です。
JAPAN Art
Cover Story
If you Don’t See it, You Can’t See
観なければ見えない
JAPAN ARTIST
The Ocean is a School
海は学校Mr. KITAJIMA Kiyotaka | Island Photographer
アイランド・フォトグラファー 北島清隆さん
Hiragana Times EXPO
World Pavillion
Embassy of Israel x Gakyojin BUNTA iNOUE
イスラエル大使館 × 画狂人 井上文太Begin Your Journey to Peace and Development
平和と発展への旅立ち
JAPAN +× ♡
A Country with a Rich Culture and a Desire for True Peace
豊かな文化を持ち、真の平和を願う国H. E. Mr. Gilad COHEN | Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Israel to Japan
駐日イスラエル国特命全権大使 ギラッド・コーヘンさん
JAPANese News
News Review
🎧 The Historical Pipe Organ
伝統のパイプオルガンNew Expression & Buzzwords
🎧 Shime Pafe / 締めパフェ
🎧 Resuba / レスバClose Up Japan
🎧 Sustainable Society Expected from Rice Flour Revival
米粉の復活で期待される、サステナブルな社会Pros and Cons
🎧 Agitators and puppets on the release of treated water from nuclear power plants
原発処理水放出をあおる人、踊らされる人Nihongo Spirit
Nihongo Spirit, Leading Article
🎧 Nihongodo and Bushido
日本語道と武士道Nihongodo Practice
🎧 Bushi no Nasake (Samurai’ s Mercy)
武士の情けEchoes of Historic Japan
🎧 The Decision to Put Your Life on the Line
命をかけた決断Japan Trend
Topics & Events
– Exhibition on the Fascination of Traditional Japanese Cuisine
和食の魅力に迫る展覧会
– International art fair from Kyoto
京都発の国際的なアートフェアJapan Products
- Namakuri | なまくり
- Tiger Kamado | 魔法のかまどごはん
- Smartphone bag with a shoulder strap | スマホショルダー
- Washi tabi socks that do not get cold and are not damp | 冷えないムレない和紙の足袋靴下
Spotlight
Bringing Japanese Food to the World with Kosher Certification
コーシャ認証で日本の食を世界へ
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