Culture Buddhist Temples in Japan Elena Lisina Each Buddhist temple features traditional elements, including structures and symbols, the knowledge of which helps to better understand..
The Beauty of Washi Paper Kim Bergström Japan is home to a wide array of traditional arts and crafts, including shodo (calligraphy), ukiyo-e (woodblock print art) and origami..
Food Shichimi Togarashi Kim Bergström At restaurants in Japan you'll usually find a few staple seasonings on the table, and one of them is often shichimi togarashi...
Culture Amabie Against Covid-19 Sherilyn Siy Since the spread of the Covid-19 virus, a strange mermaid-like character began trending in Japan. Called amabie, this Japanese specter..
Culture Unique Japanese Museums Elena Lisina Introducing some unique and interesting Japanese museums located in different parts of the country.
Culture Japanese Byobu Screens Elena Lisina Introduced from China, Japanese byobu screens developed on independently. Unique byobu can be found in many museums throughout Japan...
Culture Japan's Doll Legends Elena Lisina Dolls feature prominently in Japan with many legends and tales associated with them.
Culture The Uesugi Clan Elena Lisina The Uesugi Clan became famous for the motto "Justice". Places connected with the history of the clan include Kawanakajima, Kasugayama,..