Web Directory

» An Illustrated Introduction to Japan
   A school exercise on Japanese history, culture, composition, and geography,
   http://tamori.tv/japan/

» H-Net Asia-Pacific Network
   H-Net, humanities and science online; Japanese history and culture mail list.
   http://www.h-net.org/~japan/

» Japan Review
   In contrast to most western media, uses top rated Japan experts to review and critique English books about Japanese society, economy, politics, and culture. Also features news, author interviews, and essays.
   http://www.japanreview.net/

» Japan for the Uninvited
   Comments on various news and stories in Japan from recent items to those several years old.
   http://www.japanfortheuninvited.com/

» Japan from Asahi to Zen
   An A-Z of traditional terms, and a pop culture glossary, from an interested European's perspective.
   http://www.redbrick.dcu.ie/~melmoth/japan/

» Japan-101.com
   Japan information specializing in travel, tourism and culture. Article categories also include business, language, history and art.
   http://www.japan-101.com/

» Japanese Culture
   Details Japanese weddings, kimono, koto, and festivals.
   http://www.japaneselifestyle.com.au/culture/culture.html

» Japanese Culture -- A Primer For Newcomers
   Explanations of Japanese cultural traits and resulting culture shock facing westerners.
   http://www.thejapanfaq.com/FAQ-Primer.html

» Japanese National Holidays for 2004
   Listings of holidays when banks and offices are closed.
   http://www3.sympatico.ca/ccsr/j2004.html

» Japanorama: City Population Rankings
   The largest 209 Japanese cities ranked by population.
   http://www.japanorama.com/cityrank.html

» Japundit
   A social bookmarking site for news about Japan and East Asia.
   http://www.japundit.com/

» Kamagasaki
   A look at Kamagasaki, Japan's largest slum located in Osaka, with photos and explanations of the resident's circumstances.
   http://www.icpress.com/glry/kamagasaki.html

» Seiyaku
   Collection of arcticles on wedding practices and planning, as well as pagan customs, luck, and symbols, including various crosses.
   http://www.seiyaku.com/

» The Japan FAQ: Know Before You Go
   Information on visiting or relocating to Japan - visas, accommodations, transportation, survival, driving, banking, shopping, customs, tips, and links.
   http://www.thejapanfaq.com/

» The Japan Zone
   Broad intro to old and new Japan; also has a good listing of Japanese companies.
   http://www.japan-zone.com/

» Tokyo English Information Source
   English information on Japan, Tokyo restaurants and other useful things.
   http://www2.gol.com/users/pbw/index.html