Today is also Escalator Day and Barbie Doll Day.
Today is Sanba no Hi - March 8th - Samba Day! Dance like no one’s watching (even if they are).
Today is Keichitsu (啓蟄): March 5th, The awakening of hibernated insects.
This week's episode is available now via Podbean, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts: @stuartcw.bsky.social guests after F.Marinos claimed a first win of the season, then comebacks from Kashima & Kyoto highlight our round-up of J1 Matchday 4.
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NEW PODCAST: First for J-Talk patrons (free feed at 7pm), @stuartcw.bsky.social guests after Yokohama F.Marinos broke their CEJLC duck at home against Tokyo Verdy on Saturday, plus a review of the rest of Matchday 4 highlighted by stunning Kashima & Kyoto comebacks.
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New Podcast: Fan Culture in Japan
We're joined by Japan-based journalist @aishiterutokyo.bsky.social and Yokohama F. Marinos superfan @stuartcw.bsky.social for a whistelstop tour around the fan culture of football clubs in Japan.
Listen on your preferred platform here ⬇️
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Today is Mimi no Hi : March 3rd. A day to clean your partner's ears.
Today is Blessed Nicholas of Pskov’s Day. A 16th Century Russian Fool for Christ who rebuked Tsar Ivan the Terrible and is credited with protecting Pskov. Celebrate his day by speaking truth with courage.
Today in 1936, the February 26 Incident (二・二六事件) occurred: February 26th. A failed coup d’état by the Imperial Japanese Army that resulted in the strengthening of military control over the government.
Today is Nyan Nyan Nyan Neko no Hi - February 22nd - A day to donate cat food to your local cat lady.
Today is Usui (雨水): February 19th, The start of the Spring rains.
Today in 1885, Itō Hirobumi became Japan’s first Prime Minister: February 18th. Marking a major step in Japan’s modernization under the Meiji Constitution.
Today is Milarepa’s Day. An 11th Century Tibetan yogi who lived in caves, wore only cotton in winter, and survived on nettles until his skin turned green. Celebrate his day by choosing voluntary discomfort with discipline.
Today is Saint Dyfnog's Day. A 6th Century saint, a son of a rich family who gave up everything for a life of penance spending the rest of his life dressed in horse hair shirt, standing under the stream of cold water. Celebrate his day with a cold shower.
Today is Buraja no Hi - February 12th -Bra Day - A day to celebrate the invention of the brassiere.
Today is National Foundation Day (建国記念の日): February 11th. Celebrating the legendary founding of Japan and the ascension of Emperor Jimmu.
Today is Niku no Hi - February 9th - Meat Day. A day to eat meat or call your old friend Nick.
Today marks the start of the Russo-Japanese War (日露戦争): February 8th, 1904. Japan launched a surprise attack on Port Arthur, beginning a war that reshaped global power.
Today is Northern Territories Day (北方領土の日): February 7th. A day to raise awareness of Japan's territorial dispute with Russia over the Northern Territories.
Today is Risshun (立春): February 4th, The first day of spring.
Today is Niko Niko no Hi - February 2nd - Smile Day! A change to show your teeth!
Today is Nioi no Hi - February 1st - Aroma Day. A day to appreciate aromas.
Today is #GorillaSuitDay c.f. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorilla_suit#:~:text=Solomon%20Rosenblum%20wrote%20the%20story,Suit%20Day%20on%20January%2031.
Today is Hatsukoi no Hi (初恋) - January 25th - First Love Day! Reminisce and cringe in equal measure.
Today is Ii Fuufu no Hi - January 22nd - Best Couple Day! You two are number one!
Today is Daikan (大寒): January 20th — The coldest part of Winter..
Today is Ii Hi - January 11th - Good Day! Everything's fiiiiine today.
Today is Itou no Hi (糸の日) - January 10th - Today is Thread Day! You’re tied to fate, no scissors allowed!
Today is Ichiya no Hi - January 8th - One Night Day! Celebrate unforgettable moments (or forgettable ones).
Today is Ichigo no Hi - January 5th - A day to each strawberries.
