We look to Japanese authors Kakuzo Okakuro and Junichiro Tanazaki to learn more about the deep beauty of the Japanese tea ceremony.

We take a look at the amazing animated films of Mamoru Hosoda: Wolf Children and Mirai!

Read a review of Zusetsu's wonderful JanuaryInJapan Book Club as we discuss The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu.

Discover the beautiful original story behind Ghibli's Princess Kaguya

Discover the fascinating diaries written by the Kyoto court ladies of the past.

Explore the beautiful world of traditional Japanese patterns, and the stories behind them.

It's January - it's the perfect time of year for Japanese folk tales!

We loved our book club event discussing The Tale of Genji!

Catch up with our favourite latest Japanese movies and dramas!

This week we're looking at the link between the Japanese card game karuta.

A brief look at the beautiful autumn momiji in Kyoto, and the ancient festivals and poetry.

Immerse yourself in the world of love and heartbreak with our top picks of Japanese TV drama and film!

Discover Japan's Chrysanthemum Festival

Introducing our beautiful bags from Kyoto!

Discover all about our Snowflower furoshiki - the inspiration, the design, and the creation in Kyoto!

Discover Tanabata, the Japanese star festival, and immerse yourself in its beautiful story

We take a look at the Japanese drama series Hanbun Aoi and learn about the life of a manga artist in Japan!

Discover the beautiful teabowl ceramics of Kyoto!

Discover the exquisite Japanese culture of furoshiki gift wrapping!

Discover Japan's Children's Day and the Iris Festival!

Discover the beauty of reusable furoshiki

A brief introduction to Japan's sake.

Come with us as we celebrate hanami, design a cherry blossom furoshiki, and make beautiful furoshiki patchin bags.

Discover the elegant beauty of Japanese wrapping culture.