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The Origins of Japanese Culture 4
Why Kyushu Matters When overseas visitors think of Japanese history and traditional culture, Kyoto is often the first place that comes to mind. And for good reason. Kyoto was Japan’s...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 4
Why Kyushu Matters When overseas visitors think of Japanese history and traditional culture, Kyoto is often the first place that comes to mind. And for good reason. Kyoto was Japan’s...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 3
Why Does Japan Have Both Shrines and Temples? A Short History of Kami, Buddhism and Religious Life in Japan When travelling around Japan, you will see shrines and temples almost...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 3
Why Does Japan Have Both Shrines and Temples? A Short History of Kami, Buddhism and Religious Life in Japan When travelling around Japan, you will see shrines and temples almost...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 2
From Ancient Japan to Japanese Tea — Yame, Kyushu Today, Yame in Kyushu is famous throughout Japan for its tea. But tea is only one part of Yame's story. The...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 2
From Ancient Japan to Japanese Tea — Yame, Kyushu Today, Yame in Kyushu is famous throughout Japan for its tea. But tea is only one part of Yame's story. The...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 1
Takachiho, Kyushu and the Ancient Story of Tenson Kōrin Japan has a rich history and culture. Today, Japanese matcha, food, knives and traditional crafts are enjoyed by people around the...
The Origins of Japanese Culture 1
Takachiho, Kyushu and the Ancient Story of Tenson Kōrin Japan has a rich history and culture. Today, Japanese matcha, food, knives and traditional crafts are enjoyed by people around the...
Water Matters: Making Matcha in the UK
Water Matters: Making Matcha in the UK There are many ways to enjoy matcha. In Japan, the traditional preparations are Usucha (thin tea) and Koicha (thick tea). Matcha lattes are...
Water Matters: Making Matcha in the UK
Water Matters: Making Matcha in the UK There are many ways to enjoy matcha. In Japan, the traditional preparations are Usucha (thin tea) and Koicha (thick tea). Matcha lattes are...
Understanding Japanese Culture: Shoes
Why Do Japanese People Remove Their Shoes Indoors? One of the first things visitors notice in Japan is that people remove their shoes before entering homes, traditional inns, temples, some...
Understanding Japanese Culture: Shoes
Why Do Japanese People Remove Their Shoes Indoors? One of the first things visitors notice in Japan is that people remove their shoes before entering homes, traditional inns, temples, some...