Tradition

Oct 184 min read

Tokyo Station: The Heart of Japan’s Railway Network Is More Than What You Think

Japan's storied rail network is renowned worldwide for its punctuality, safety, and innovations in train technology—this is the country...

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Nov 153 min read

Threads of Tradition: The Ainu History and the Art of Tattooing

When I moved to Japan about 8 years ago to start graduate school in Tokyo, I was acutely aware of the general attitude towards tattoos in...

Oct 44 min read

Sake (Nihonshu): A Journey of Tradition, Family, and Flavor

Sake, or nihonshu (日本酒, “Japanese liquor”), is much more than just an alcoholic drink in Japan. It holds deep cultural and spiritual...

Sep 204 min read

Sarubobo: A Generational Gift from the Mountains of Hida

As I explored the mountain town of Hida Takayama, nestled in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, a peculiar character began to pop up everywhere I...

Jul 193 min read

Discovering the Art of Aizome: A Visit to Konni Aizome Indigo Dyeing Workshop

It's hard to put into words the experience of spending a day with an artisan. Photos and videos barely do it justice. It's one of those...

Apr 154 min read

Dancing Through Tradition: Exploring Soran Bushi and Yosakoi Soran Festival

While many countries boast diverse cuisines and cultures, they also harbor a variety of dance forms unique to their respective cultures....

Feb 144 min read

Hiroshima Today: Exploring the Unseen Sides of the Prefecture

Hiroshima stands as an incredible testament to human resilience and community spirit. It suffered one of history's most horrific events,...