A Day in the Life of a Japanese Calligraphy Artist Japanese calligraphy, or shodo, is the ancient art of writing beautifully. It uses all three…
5 Reasons to Visit the “Hokusai Updated” Exhibition at Mori Arts Center Gallery Images of “The Great Wave” by Katsushika Hokusai are so ubiquitous that nearly 200 years…
What Does It Take to Be a Taiko Drummer? Taiko troupe Drum Tao are equally known for their drumming skills as they are for…
The Coffee Utsuwa: Make Your Morning Cup of Joe a Sensory Experience Utsuwa, a Japanese word literally meaning vessel or container, can refer to any number of…
Akita Art Village: Experience the Wonders Of Warabi-Za Dance and Theater Troupe Based in Akita’s Semboku City, the Warabi-za dance and theater troupe has put on 250…
Explore Noshiro, Akita’s “Wood Capital” and Home to an Enthralling Summer Festival Though Noshiro’s primary claims to fame are its wood industry and its basketball team, the…
The Art of Akita: Explore the Region’s Creative Cuisine In our “Art of Akita” series, we explore the region through the eyes of an…
The Art of Akita: Where There’s Poetry in Nature In our “Art of Akita” series, we explore the region through the eyes of an…
The Art of Akita: Discover the Region’s Fascinating Arts & Architecture In our “Art of Akita” series, we explore the region through the eyes of an…
Punk Doily: Proper Aussie Pies (That are Better Than Back Home) No matter how long you’ve been living abroad, whether in…
Sheila Kimono Style: “It Helps Young Japanese Women Feel That They Can Break the Rules” Dr. Sheila Cliffe loves kimono. Her passion for it as…
Extreme Onsen in Japan: 5 Hot Spring Resorts with a Thrilling Twist For a taste of excitement and adventure while you soak…
Tsukiji Fish Market Closes But Move Still Causing Controversy Affectionately known as “Japan’s Kitchen”, Tsukiji Market’s inner market —…
Would You Eat This Blue Mt. Fuji Curry? (You Can Win a Prize If You Do) If you love Mount Fuji, why not give it a…
