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Five Music Festivals in Japan to Suit Any Music Taste
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October 23, 2023
Five Music Festivals in Japan to Suit Any Music Taste

All around the world, outdoor music festivals are...

Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement
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October 22, 2023
Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement

Ikebana (生け花), comprised of the kanji “ikeru” (meaning...

The Origins of Karaoke
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October 21, 2023
The Origins of Karaoke

Daisuke Inoue, a musician from Kobe, is most popularly...

Aizu-Wakamatsu: A Day Trip to the Past in Fukushima Prefecture
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October 18, 2023
Aizu-Wakamatsu: A Day Trip to the Past in Fukushima Prefecture

Located southwest of Fukushima city, Aizu-Wakamatsu is a...

Exploring the Rich Heritage of Arita Pottery in Saga, Japan
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October 15, 2023
Exploring the Rich Heritage of Arita Pottery in Saga, Japan

Showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions from...

Gyaru Culture: More Than Just a Fashion Statement
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October 14, 2023
Gyaru Culture: More Than Just a Fashion Statement

Gyaru culture, a Japanese youth subculture, emerged in...

Koto: The National Musical Instrument of Japan
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October 14, 2023
Koto: The National Musical Instrument of Japan

The koto, a traditional Japanese zither instrument with...

Rice Farming with Ducks: The Art of Aigamo in Japan
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October 12, 2023
Rice Farming with Ducks: The Art of Aigamo in Japan

Have you heard of duck farming? Imagine adorable...

Food From Netflix's The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (Episode 2)
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August 11, 2023
Food From Netflix's The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (Episode 2)

The Makanai Episode Two, "Guardian Spirit," showcases the unique...

Sashiko: The Art Of Japanese Mending
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August 08, 2023
Sashiko: The Art Of Japanese Mending

The term "sashiko" (刺し子 さしこ) translates to "small...

Taiko: The Rhythm of Japan
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August 01, 2023
Taiko: The Rhythm of Japan

In the vast realm of traditional Japanese art...