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Tradition

Suminagashi water painting art

Suminagashi is a technique of painting in water to create an effect on paper. Us...

Saisen culture when going to temples and pagodas

When going to temples or sacred places, it is common sense that there are money ...

Ojigi bowing ritual

The Japanese greet each other, often with a bow called Ojigi (お辞儀). Just like...

Daruma and its mystical origins in Japanese culture

The Daruma religion began to take shape when Zen Buddhism was introduced and spr...

Bunraku – Unique puppetry art

Bunraku is the Japanese art of professional puppet theater. Like kabuki, bunraku...

Japanese eating rules

In any country, there are principles in its own culinary culture. Same with Japan.

Furoshiki and the Japanese gift-giving culture

Featured in many uses, furoshiki is associated with the Japanese art of gift wra...

Omamori - Japanese amulet

Omamori is the name of the lucky charms that are often offered at temples throug...

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