Ikigai Examples to Find Your Purpose
In this article on ikigai, we’ll explore the concept and its background philosophy before providing ikigai examples to help you find your purpose.
Japanese culture
Explore the rich tapestry of Japanese culture in our insightful blog. From traditional ceremonies to modern pop culture, dive into the heart of Japan’s unique heritage. Discover intriguing stories and vibrant traditions that define this captivating nation. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Japan’s cultural mosaic today!
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10 Famous Samurai Warriors from Japan
These well-paid warriors had special privileges and high prestige in Japan and often wore two swords. They also had the right to use them to kill anyone from the lower classes in certain situations.
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Simple Guide to Butoh Dance of Darkness
Unlike most dances, Butoh dance of darkness doesn’t focus on beauty and perfectionism. Instead, dancers move like they’re in a trance.
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9 Amazing Kengo Kuma Buildings You MUST Visit
Kengo Kuma is one of the most popular architects worldwide. His firm, Kengo Kuma and Associates, has offices in Tokyo and Paris.
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Complete Guide to Wabi-Sabi (Beauty in Imperfection)
Wabi-Sabi combines two words, wabishisa and sabishisa, which loosely translate to the beauty of imperfection in English. It’s an ancient Japanese philosophy that teaches people to accept the flaws of life.
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What is a Kotatsu? (Modern and Traditional Kotatsu Covered)
If you have ever visited the Land of the Rising Sun, you probably have encountered Kotatsu Tables. A Kotatsu is a low-lying wooden table covered by a heavy blanket called a futon.
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12 Types of Japanese Dolls You Should Know
The dolls are not just souvenirs or toys; they are displayed in homes, celebrated at festivals, represent certain ideologies or historical figures, and are given as gifts.
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25 Most Popular Japanese Writers (Past and Present)
From that ground-breaking very first novelist through to modern authors’ progressive and challenging tomes, let’s take a look at 25 of the most popular Japanese writers of all time
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Sounkyo Ice Waterfall Festival-Travel Guide
Here, we will provide you with a touch of history, an overview of the event and its activities and provide you with some travel guidance for this stunning Kamikawa Winter festival.
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Sapporo Snow Festival (Yuki-Matsuri: さっぽろ雪まつり) Activities
This article will overview the Sapporo Snow festival, its main activities and attractions, and some of the of the history behind this globally famous event.
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Can Japanese Men Grow Beards? (Culture and Beard styles)
Most Japanese men do not grow beards, and those who do usually keep them trimmed short. But is this cultural aversion to beards starting to change?
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Can the Japanese Have Dual Citizenship?
Dual citizenship, or holding citizenship in more than one country, is becoming an increasingly common practice around the world. Are Japanese citizens are allowed to hold dual citizenship?
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50 Facts About Japan That Will Shock You!
There are many things about Japan and Japanese culture that the rest of the world find interesting. So, here are 50 facts about Japan that will shock you. Enjoy!
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25 Strange Japanese Traditions
Japan is famous for its many weird and wonderful traditions and festivals, some of which seem bizarre to those in the West.
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Do Men Wear Kimonos (Don’t Buy One Until You Read This)
The kimono has long, wide sleeves and a decorative belt. We often see women and geisha wearing them, but do men wear kimonos?
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25 Famous Japanese People Through Time (Past and Present)
From emperors and samurai to actors and singers, these are some of the most well-known Japanese people who have made an impact on their country and beyond.
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Japanese Maple Leaf Tattoo Meaning
As with all tattoos, it’s important to understand the meaning behind the design before getting it inked on your skin. Here we’ll take a look at the symbolism and meaning behind Japanese maple leaf tattoos.
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Do Japanese Have Middle Names?
In this article, we’ll talk about Japanese naming conventions and look at some of the most popular names in Japan.