Bushido – What Bushido, “the way of Samurai”, meant when samurai class was born, was a simple enough ethic to survive and achieve military results. However, nowadays we can say it is the soul of Japan...
A Tengu in a forest. Tengu – is the legendary creature attached to the mountain or forest in Japan. They are known for its long nose and wings or beak and a sword. Its image has been changed, yet the core factor...
Celebration of Shichigosan. A 3-year-old girl. A traditional Japanese event. Shichi-Go-San – November 15th is a special day for children in Japan. 3 years old girls and boys, 5 years old boys and 7 years old girls...
Japanese Family Crest – it is only for the Royal Family and the nobles in the western world, the family crest. However, in Japan, every family has its own crest which is called Kamon in Japanese. Its design is...
Viewed from a hiking trail, a black and white photo of an old, weathered, sacred Shinto torii gate in a dense jungle rainforest on an island in Japan. Japanese Shrine Gate, Torii- Most shrines in Japan have one or more...
Fully equipped Japanese samurai (Soma Nomaoi Festival) Yoroi Style – Japanese armor in the age of civil wars varies in materials, colors, and style. Japanese armor has been changed its shape and materials to adapt...
Edokiriko (traditional cut glass in Tokyo, Japan) Kiriko Cut Glass – Impressive geometric patterns with clear and vivid colors’ glassware make your mealtime something special. Once you see Kiriko cut glass...
Sailor Fighter Fuchico on the edge of the cold brew coffee Fuchico, the Tiny Toy Can Make Your Desk the Wonderland Fuchico on the Edge – You may have seen a picture of teeny tiny girl figure in blue uniform with a...
The beautiful, white Bewick’s Swan flying in the winter sky of Japan Swan Incoming: When autumn deepens and hears the cry of swans, it’s a sign of the winter in Japan. If they fly low enough and there is no...