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Shichigosan- The seven, five, three celebration
In November, there is a celebration called "Shichigosan" （七五三）in Japan, a day to appreciate the healthy growth of children and celebrate their bright future.
Shichigosan- The seven, five, three celebration
In November, there is a celebration called "Shichigosan" （七五三）in Japan, a day to appreciate the healthy growth of children and celebrate their bright future.
Kintsugi- The Japanese art of repair
Kintsugi （金継ぎ） is a technique that has been used since the Muromachi period (1333-1573) to repair damaged pottery and ceramics mending them with urushi lacquer and decorating them with metal powder...
Kintsugi- The Japanese art of repair
Kintsugi （金継ぎ） is a technique that has been used since the Muromachi period (1333-1573) to repair damaged pottery and ceramics mending them with urushi lacquer and decorating them with metal powder...
TANABATA- The story of Orihime and Hikoboshi
Tanabata（七夕) is a summer festival that is celebrated on the 7th of July every year. It is also known as the day when Orihime（織姫） and Hikoboshi（彦星） are allowed to meet...
TANABATA- The story of Orihime and Hikoboshi
Tanabata（七夕) is a summer festival that is celebrated on the 7th of July every year. It is also known as the day when Orihime（織姫） and Hikoboshi（彦星） are allowed to meet...
Japanese won't share their chopsticks
In most Asian countries, chopsticks are usually shared with family members within the household just like in most European countries, spoons, forks, and knives are shared. But Japanese people have a set...
Japanese won't share their chopsticks
In most Asian countries, chopsticks are usually shared with family members within the household just like in most European countries, spoons, forks, and knives are shared. But Japanese people have a set...
Wajima and Wajimi-nuri
Wajima-nuri (輪島塗)is the most famous, and it refers to the lacquerware produced in Wajima. Wajima-nuri is known for its meticulous lacquering process, which involves more than 20 processes of lacquering and a...
Wajima and Wajimi-nuri
Wajima-nuri (輪島塗)is the most famous, and it refers to the lacquerware produced in Wajima. Wajima-nuri is known for its meticulous lacquering process, which involves more than 20 processes of lacquering and a...
The DO'S and DON'TS of using chopsticks
Learn about the DO'S & DON'TS of chopsticks, its etiquette, and impress your friends and family with your newfound chopstick skills!
The DO'S and DON'TS of using chopsticks
Learn about the DO'S & DON'TS of chopsticks, its etiquette, and impress your friends and family with your newfound chopstick skills!