In December 2024, Yukaringermany partnered with Deutschland.de — the official international communication platform of the German Federal Government, operated by FAZIT Communication on behalf of the Federal Foreign Office — to create a special three-part Christmas video series celebrating German holiday traditions. Deutschland.de presents modern Germany to a global audience, offering insight into the country’s culture, politics, education, innovation, and everyday life through multilingual content that promotes international understanding.
The Video Series
This meaningful collaboration brought German traditions, language, and culture to life through the lens of everyday experiences and intercultural exchange. Each video was carefully crafted to balance entertainment with education, offering viewers a genuine glimpse into how Germans celebrate the holiday season while teaching practical language skills.
🎄 German Christmas Markets: Language & Culture
This video immersed viewers in the enchanting atmosphere of traditional German Christmas markets, where twinkling lights, wooden stalls, and the aroma of roasted almonds create an unforgettable experience. Beyond the festive scenery, the video taught essential phrases for ordering classic treats like Bratwurst mit Pommes and warming Glühwein. It also demystified the uniquely German Pfand deposit system — a small but important cultural detail that helps visitors navigate markets like a local.
📊 Video Performance: 539k views • 29.6k likes • 92 comments • 87 shares
🍗 Comparing German and Japanese Christmas Dinners
This video offered a warm, humorous exploration of how holiday meals differ across cultures. While German families traditionally enjoy potato salad with sausages, raclette, or roasted goose, Japanese families have embraced the charming tradition of celebrating Christmas with KFC buckets. This cultural comparison celebrated diversity while highlighting the universal joy of gathering around the table during the holidays.
📊 Video Performance: 147k views • 4,760 likes • 74 comments • 117 shares
🍬 Exploring Traditional German Christmas Sweets
The final video showcased beloved German Christmas treats — from the rich, fruit-studded Stollen to spiced Lebkuchen, crisp Spekulatius, and delicate Vanillekipferl. I tasted and presented many different traditional sweets, sharing not only their flavors but also practical bakery phrases that viewers could use when ordering in German shops, making language learning feel relevant and immediately applicable.
📊 Video Performance: 69.1k views • 2,054 likes • 53 comments • 33 shares
Impact
The Christmas series achieved remarkable engagement, reaching over 755,000 total views and generating more than 36,400 likes. Each video seamlessly blended authentic language learning with cultural storytelling, inviting international audiences to discover the magic of German Christmas traditions.
Testimonial from Deutschland.de
“We really enjoyed working with you, and the community loved the videos. Thanks so much for working with us in such a professional and pleasant way! We hope to work with you again in the future. We are always working on exciting campaigns with influencers. If the topic suits you, we would get in touch with you.”
— Deutschland.de Team
Through this collaboration, I helped people around the world feel connected to German Christmas culture and language — making the holiday season a little more German, one tradition at a time.