Japanese Festivals: Kanda Matsuri
Kanda Matsuri, or Kanda Festival, is one of the three major festivals in Japan. Kanda is a region in Tokyo that prospered during the Edo era, which [...]
Sado: Japanese Tea Room
The practice of Sado is more than just drinking bitter Japanese green tea. It has its own doctrines and philosophies. People learn these principles through the countless [...]
Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arrangement
The aesthetic of Japanese art and culture is clean and simple, but creating its simplicity and beauty requires many years of learning. Japanese flower arrangement, known as [...]
Earth Day 2016
Today, April 22, Friday, is Earth Day. On this day, events are held to enlighten people about environmental issues, and to let them be a part of [...]
Japanese Gardens
Traditional Japanese houses had courtyards or gardens that brought nature into homes. Today, most temples and shrines have grand beautiful gardens. These Japanese gardens are kept simple [...]
Places to Visit in Tokyo: Shinjuku
As the literal translation for Shinjuku implies, “the new lodge,” is always full of new innovative and interesting things to do, visit, and see. The numerous shopping [...]