With a legacy spanning centuries, Japanese swords stand as enduring symbols of tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural identity. Revered for their exquisite beauty, unparalleled sharpness, and spiritual significance, these blades have…
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With origins that trace back to ancient times, the captivating story of Japanese pottery mirrors the fascinating developments in Japanese history and traditions. First used in the Jomon period for…
Updated: October 1st, 2024 In the heart of central Japan, there lies a realm that blurs the boundaries of animation and reality. For decades, Studio Ghibli and director Hayao Miyazaki…
A unique event returning to London in early November is Toyama Week running from the 31st October to 5th November. Last year, we joined Toyama Week’s event at Japan House…
For centuries, people have enjoyed the pleasing qualities of a cup of aromatic and invigorating tea. In Japan, one of the many countries that possess a rich tradition and culture,…
Where did you drink your first sake? Was it at a Japanese restaurant together with a plate of sushi or sashimi? For some it may have been on a sake…
Film Synopsis: Welcome to Kaiko City – a broken town filled with crime and corruption – where the financial corporations and even the prosecutors are rotten to the core and…
Earlier this month, we joined the head chefs of top London restaurants and hotels, as well as industry experts, for a lecture on Japanese rice. In this article, we’ll be…
At this time of the year, shops and malls are with Christmas decorations as well as gorgeous winter illumination events are held all over the world including Japan. Here is…
