Arts
Literature, Music, Art of Japan, Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy, Japanese Art, Kabuki for Everyone, kirie, Shodo - Japanese Calligraphy, Tetsubin: Iron Treasures of Japan, The Art of Japan, The Floating World of Ukiyo-E, Urban Essence: A Photographic Journey through Toky
Food
Tea Ceremony, Japanese Cooking For Kids, Japanese Food, Japanese Food, Making Rice Cakes, Rolling Your Own Sushi, The Virtual Japanese Restaurant, The World's First Japanese Pizza Page, Things Japanese, Umeboshi
CIA World Factbook: Japan
Features a map and brief descriptions of geography, economy, government, and people.
History of Japanese Incense
Educational series about the history and evolution of Japanese incense traditions and ceremonies.
Japan
An American teacher who spent three weeks in Japan writes about her experiences. Site includes information on the country's system of education, its people, and culture and traditions.
Japan - A Country Study
Overview of life, history, and culture by the US Library of Congress.
Japan in the Electronic Passport
Introduces the land and people of modern Japan.
Japan Thru Young Eyes
Living traditions, survival information, and young Tokyo.
Japanese Festivals and Celebrations
A collection of photos and descriptions of how Japanese celebrate.
Japanese Manners and Etiquette
Comprehensive listing of Japanese customs and useful for a quick contrast to other cultures.
Japanese Weddings
Provides a short introduction to Japanese wedding ceremonies, complete with photographs.
Jumping Into Japan
ThinkQuest site with information about the history, culture and traditions of Japan.
Kids Web Japan
Introduces the country, its people, culture, history and language. Aimed at schoolchildren between 10 and 14, it features animation, games, quizzes and photographs.
Let's Travel to Japan
Fourth graders write about the country, its people, its history, and its culture.
Marriage Ceremony in Japan
A Japanese couple describes the traditional wedding ceremony, then tells all about their own. Includes photographs.
Odd Japanology
Includes quizzes about Japan as well as lists of Japanese heroes and heroines, from ancient gods to Nomo and Ichiro.
Peggy's Japan Page
An American woman tells about her travels to Japan. Includes information on the country's people, its culture, and its system of education. With photographs.
Real Life in Japan
Short articles about various aspects of life in Japan, from "women only" buses to the hamburger wars.
Rising Sun: A Cultural Portrait of Japan
Examines the politics, language, arts, entertainment, and lifestyles of Japan.
Rob's Japan Photo Gallery
Digital photos and descriptions of unique Japanese cultural items and characteristics.
Roger and Marilyn's Photo Tour of Tokyo
A multimedia virtual tour of Japan's capital with more than 200 photographs, maps, sounds, music, narration, and personal observations.
Seeking the World Cultural Heritage of Japan
Japanese students introduce their country as they see it.
Shichi-Go-San for Kids
Visit a shinto shrine, learn about the 1000 year candy, and see what kids wear for the holiday.
Things Japanese
A detailed look at weddings and marriage customs.
Travel Japan for Kids
Kid-friendly links to learn about Japan, its culture, geography, art, math, science, and history.
Youkaimura - The Youkai Village
A virtual village, with Japanese folklore monsters and ghosts. With games, forums, and community interaction.