Travel Planning Guide for Tokyo, Japan: People, Culture and History
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Tokyo: People, Culture and History

Japanese New Year traditions
How they ring in the New Year in Japan, including songs and recipes.
Source: Miscellaneous sources

Letter from Japan: I ♥ Novels
Young women develop a genre for the cellular age.
Source: The New Yorker

The culture of Japan
Topics examined include: Orientation, History and Ethnic Relations, Urbanism, Architecture and the Use of Space, Food and Economy, Social Stratification, Political Life, Social Welfare And Change Programs, Nongovernmental Organizations And Other Associations, Gender Roles And Statuses, Marriage, Family and Kinship, Socialization, Etiquette, Religion, Medicine And Health Care, Secular Celebrations, The Arts And Humanities.
Source: Countries and Their Cultures

A basic primer on the culture of Japan
Sections include: greetings, communication style, eye contact, views of time, gender issues, gestures, taboos and law and order.
Source: Culture Crossing

Complete guide to Japanese cuisine and eating in Japan.
With great recipes, tours of Japanese markets, and tips on the best places to eat in Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe.
Source: Bento.com

Learn Japanese on your iPod
These lessons in Japanese won't teach you the language in full, but contain enough of the most common travel phrases to help you get by.
Source: World Nomads

In Japan, Buddhism May Be Dying Out

Across Japan, Buddhism faces a confluence of problems, some familiar to religions in other wealthy nations, others unique to the faith here.
Source: New York Times

Japanese customs and traditions
Open this window for direct links to pages about sumo, swords, geisha, kimonos and more
Source: Japan-guide.com

Japanese onsen (hot springs)
Many onsen are located in traditional Japanese inns (ryokan). Locations and bathing etiquette
Source: Japan-guide.com

Languages of Japan
An encyclopedic reference work cataloging all of the world’s 6,912 known living languages.
Source: Ethnologue

General Info from the CIA Factbook for Japan
Essential background info for anyone planning a visit to Japan, includes: Map, Geography, Communications, Transportation, Military and Transnational Issues.
Source: C.I.A. Factbook

Going to Japan? Learn Japanese free before you go.
Livemocha is an exciting Internet experiment bringing together native speakers of Japanese and people interested in learning the language. Livemocha blends self-paced lessons, a vibrant community, and interactive tools to help you talk to the world.
Source: Livemocha

National holidays in Japan
View secular and religious holidays celebrated in Japan
Source: Global Translations

Coming Clean in Japan: Soak in a Sento