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Lookbook: Japanese Bedding for Autumn
The Autumnal Equinox has arrived; the day that summer officially ends and autumn begins in the Northern Hemisphere. With the equinox comes a familiar chill in the air, shorter days,...
Lookbook: Japanese Bedding for Autumn
The Autumnal Equinox has arrived; the day that summer officially ends and autumn begins in the Northern Hemisphere. With the equinox comes a familiar chill in the air, shorter days,...
5 Japanese Fabrics Inspired by Nature
From arts and cuisine to folklore and fashion, the many unique facets of Japanese culture are known and admired by people around the world. As discussed in our previous blog,...
5 Japanese Fabrics Inspired by Nature
From arts and cuisine to folklore and fashion, the many unique facets of Japanese culture are known and admired by people around the world. As discussed in our previous blog,...
Obon Festival: The Buddhist Holiday Dedicated t...
What is Obon? Obon Festival (お盆), or “Bon” as it is also known, is a 3-day lantern festival celebrated annually in Japan. It is unique to Japanese Zen Buddhism: a branch...
Obon Festival: The Buddhist Holiday Dedicated t...
What is Obon? Obon Festival (お盆), or “Bon” as it is also known, is a 3-day lantern festival celebrated annually in Japan. It is unique to Japanese Zen Buddhism: a branch...
3 Reasons Why Japan Loves Cats
If you go anywhere in urban Japan or consume Japanese media, you may have noticed the frequency in which cats (猫, neko) appear. From cat-human hybrid characters to cat-themed decor, feline...
3 Reasons Why Japan Loves Cats
If you go anywhere in urban Japan or consume Japanese media, you may have noticed the frequency in which cats (猫, neko) appear. From cat-human hybrid characters to cat-themed decor, feline...
A Brief History of Japanese Incense
Incense is an important aspect of Japanese culture that dates back nearly 1,500 years. Greater Japan was introduced to incense by Zen Buddhists, who used it at their temples during...
A Brief History of Japanese Incense
Incense is an important aspect of Japanese culture that dates back nearly 1,500 years. Greater Japan was introduced to incense by Zen Buddhists, who used it at their temples during...
Vernal Equinox Day: Celebrating the Arrival of ...
The Vernal Equinox, also known as Shunbun no Hi (春分の日), is a celebration of the March equinox which astrologically marks the beginning of spring in Japan. This national holiday usually...
Vernal Equinox Day: Celebrating the Arrival of ...
The Vernal Equinox, also known as Shunbun no Hi (春分の日), is a celebration of the March equinox which astrologically marks the beginning of spring in Japan. This national holiday usually...