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A romantic gesture involving a shared umbrella, often seen in anime relationships. 'The Garden of Words' shows this culturally significant act of sharing an umbrella.

A traditional Japanese martial art using bamboo swords. 'Bamboo Blade' is an anime centered around a high school kendo club.

Yokai are supernatural creatures in Japanese folklore. 'GeGeGe no Kitaro' is centered around yokai.

A collection of four national holidays in Japan that occur within one week, leading to a long vacation period. 'Golden Time' has episodes that reference activities during Golden Week.

Marks the beginning of spring and involves throwing beans to ward off evil spirits. 'Clannad' shows characters participating in Setsubun.

In Japan, women traditionally give chocolates to men. The giving and receiving of chocolates are featured in 'Nisekoi'.

A Buddhist event for commemorating ancestors, often with Bon Odori dances. Seen in 'Summer Wars'.

A Japanese holiday to congratulate those who have reached the age of majority. 'Neon Genesis Evangelion' has a scene celebrating Seijin no Hi.

The historical warrior class of feudal Japan, samurai culture is often depicted in anime like 'Rurouni Kenshin'.

Japanese style pubs where small dishes and alcoholic drinks are served. 'Death Parade' features an afterlife bar reminiscent of an izakaya.

An event in Japanese schools with athletic competitions. 'My Hero Academia' includes a Sports Festival arc.

Traditional Japanese garment. Kimonos are often seen in historical or culturally themed anime such as 'Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju'.

Firework shows are popular in summer. 'Fireworks, Should We See It from the Side or the Bottom?' revolves around a fireworks festival.

Public bathhouses in Japan; 'Spirited Away' features an imaginative bathhouse.

Japanese New Year is a time for family gatherings, visiting temples, and eating traditional foods. It is depicted in 'Fruits Basket'.

Held on March 14th, it's a day when men return gifts to women who gifted them on Valentine's Day. 'Ore Monogatari!!' features this holiday.

A traditional Japanese cloth used to wrap and carry items. Furoshiki is often seen in anime, like in 'Tamako Market', as a way to carry things.

A traditional Japanese form of comedic storytelling. It's the main subject of 'Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju'.

Traditional stories from Japanese culture. Studio Ghibli's 'The Tale of the Princess Kaguya' is based on the folktale 'The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter'.

Young women who serve at Shinto shrines. Shrine maidens appear in 'InuYasha' as part of historic and cultural context.

A martial art with ceremonial elements focused on archery. 'Tsurune' follows the story of a high school kyudo club.

Mythical creatures in Japanese folklore, often seen in anime. 'The Eccentric Family' features tanukis, and 'Spice and Wolf' features a kitsune.

A day to pray for young girls' health and happiness, featuring hina dolls display. 'Hinamatsuri' not only features this festival but is also named after it.

The process of planting rice is a significant part of rural life in Japan. 'Silver Spoon' has scenes of rice planting.

The Japanese art of flower arrangement. 'Kuragehime' includes ikebana as one of the hobbies of the characters.

Tales of the supernatural and eerie encounters. 'Mononoke' is a series that explores various kaidan.

Held in April, it marks the beginning of the school year. There's a school entrance ceremony in 'Azumanga Daioh'.

A significant aspect of Japanese school life, often personalized by students. 'Kaguya-sama: Love Is War' shows a variety of school uniforms with an emphasis on student council members.

Also known as the Star Festival, Tanabata celebrates the meeting of Orihime and Hikoboshi. The anime 'Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day' features a Tanabata festival.

Celebrated differently in Japan, often focusing on romantic dates and KFC dinners. Anime like 'Toradora!' depict Japanese Christmas celebrations.

Casual summer kimonos worn to festivals. 'Natsume's Book of Friends' has episodes featuring yukatas.

A heated table used in Japanese homes, frequently seen in anime during winter scenes. 'The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.' includes kotatsu scenes.

The art of writing beautifully with brush and ink. 'Barakamon' features a protagonist who is a professional calligrapher.

A famous festival in Kyoto with elaborate floats and parades. 'Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club' features the Gion Matsuri.

A type of Japanese savory pancake; 'Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma' showcases its cooking.

Japanese photo sticker booths that are a popular activity among friends. 'Super Gals!' depicts characters using purikura.

The traditional Japanese custom of enjoying the transient beauty of cherry blossoms. 'Your Lie in April' portrays characters enjoying Hanami.

Japanese chess, a two-player strategy board game. 'March Comes in Like a Lion' is centered around shogi.

A cultural festival held by schools featuring student-run activities and performances. 'K-On!' includes the preparation and celebration of a school festival.