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The Traditional Japanese Home
Japanese homes are built in a very different manner than those in the West. They are built to allow for airflow due to the high temperatures in the summer, and...
The Traditional Japanese Home
Japanese homes are built in a very different manner than those in the West. They are built to allow for airflow due to the high temperatures in the summer, and...

Kōdō (香道): "Way of Fragrance"
Incense was first introduced to Japan through the spread of Buddhism. After it’s initial arrival, incense culture in Japan quickly flourished. It became especially popular in Kyoto during the Heian...
Kōdō (香道): "Way of Fragrance"
Incense was first introduced to Japan through the spread of Buddhism. After it’s initial arrival, incense culture in Japan quickly flourished. It became especially popular in Kyoto during the Heian...

Japanese vs. Western Sleep Style
The Japanese have a very different approach to architecture and interior design in comparison to the West. Due to the prominence of earthquakes, Japanese houses are built to come down and...
Japanese vs. Western Sleep Style
The Japanese have a very different approach to architecture and interior design in comparison to the West. Due to the prominence of earthquakes, Japanese houses are built to come down and...

History of Sushi
Sushi is a favorite dish well known around the world. Today you can find a wide variety of sushi from different kinds of fish to vegetarian, simple or extravagant. While...
History of Sushi
Sushi is a favorite dish well known around the world. Today you can find a wide variety of sushi from different kinds of fish to vegetarian, simple or extravagant. While...

Hanami (花見): The Spring Tradition of Flower Wat...
Hanami is the act of viewing the cherry blossoms (sakura) and is a common cultural event in Japan. The word "hanami" is a combination of the kanji words for “to...
Hanami (花見): The Spring Tradition of Flower Wat...
Hanami is the act of viewing the cherry blossoms (sakura) and is a common cultural event in Japan. The word "hanami" is a combination of the kanji words for “to...

A Brief History of Bento Boxes
The earliest records of Bento Boxes date back to the 5th century. Many people were out all day hunting, fishing, or farming. The Bento Box was originally inspired by a...
A Brief History of Bento Boxes
The earliest records of Bento Boxes date back to the 5th century. Many people were out all day hunting, fishing, or farming. The Bento Box was originally inspired by a...