Tag: Japanese culture
Why Do Japanese People Prefer Wooden Houses?
When walking through the streets of Tokyo or Kyoto, one interesting phenomenon becomes apparent: a relatively...
Japan Moved by the Lost Heritage Displayed in Shen Yun Performances: ‘I Truly Long to See a China Like
For centuries, traditional Chinese civilization profoundly shaped Japan’s cultural landscape. The architectural...
Japanese Volleyball Player Performs Dogeza Apology After Accidental Hit, Video Goes Viral
A short video from Japan’s SV.LEAGUE (Japan Volleyball Super League) All-Star Game recently went viral...
The World of Geishas, and How They Preserve Traditional Japanese Culture
Picture yourself walking through the small streets of Kyoto at night. Soft light fills the air, and you...
Daisugi – A Solution to Deforestation at the Heart of Japanese Culture
Rooted in the Japanese philosophy of living in harmony with nature, the practice of daisugi dates back...
The Wabi Sabi of Artisan Bread
Wabi sabi (侘寂) is a world view rooted in Zen Buddhism that believes that life is made of three simple...