Monthly Archives: December 2021

Merry Christmas from Liberty Cove House

We thank you for your big support for Liberty Cove House. May the holiday spirit be with you and your family today and throughout the New Year.

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Oseibo – Japanese traditional Christmas type present

In Japan, it’s customary to give gifts periodically to people such as co-workers, bosses, relatives, teachers, friends, and so on. These gifts are given to express gratitude. The end of year gifts are called oseibo and the midsummer gifts are … Continue reading

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Etiquette at meal in Japan

The most important table etiquette in Japan is saying, “Itadaki-masu” before a meal and “Gochisou-sama” after a meal. These phrases mean thanks for the food and also indicate the beginning and the ending of a meal. It is a Japanese … Continue reading

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Shiwasu-another name for December in Japan

In Japan we call December “Shiwasu” which literally means teachers or priests run. It is an expression ‘we are very busy like a bee’. It means usually teachers or priests don’t run even if they are busy, but in December … Continue reading

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