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Inspired by Kyoto: Making Origami Camellias
Inspired by Kyoto, create origami camellias following our easy how-to-guide.
Mar 10


Kyoto Temple Stays
Discover what it's like staying in a temple in Kyoto!
Feb 2

The Chrysanthemum Festival
Discover Japan's Chrysanthemum Festival!
Aug 9, 2024


Making Fuji-san Origami
Create cute Mount Fuji origami with our step-by-step guide!
Jun 20, 2024


The Miyako Odori: Kyoto's Spring Dance
We take an in-depth look at the astonishingly beautiful world of Kyoto's spring geisha dances.
Apr 26, 2024

Kasane: Looking at Colour Layering
Discover the Japanese art of Kasane, the traditional kimono layering technique from Heian era Japan.
Feb 14, 2024


Meet Rachel, Kyoto's Travel Bug Art
Meet Rachel, a painter of beautiful Kyoto scenes who runs Travel Sketchbook Classes for visitors to Kyoto.
Oct 20, 2023


Meet Nóra Hamucska, sumi painter
Meet Nora, Japanese sumi ink painter
Sep 17, 2023


Meet Mafalda Tenente, artist and writer of 'Autumn in Japan'
Meet Mafalda, author and artist of 'Autumn in Japan'.
Jan 10, 2023


Meet Anne McKenzie, Shodo inspired botanical artist
Meet Anne, a talented botanical artist inspired by Japanese Shodo calligraphy and materials.
Dec 1, 2022


Zusetsu's Japanese Woodblock Prints
We would love to introduce you to our truly beautiful contemporary and shin-hanga woodblock prints from Japan. This collection of prints...
Aug 17, 2022


Limited Edition Genji Woodblock Prints by Masao Ebina
Discover our collection of limited edition woodblock prints illustrating The Tale of Genji by Masao Ebina.
Aug 11, 2022


The River of Heaven - Tanabata in Japanese Poetry
Discover the enchanting world of Tanabata, the Japanese star festival through traditional Japanese poetry.
Jul 3, 2022


Collecting Japanese Kokeshi with Marie
Meet Marie, and her ever-growing collection of Japanese kokeshi dolls!
May 12, 2022

Cha no Yu - A Sense of Beauty
We look to Japanese authors Kakuzo Okakuro and Junichiro Tanazaki to learn more about the deep beauty of the Japanese tea ceremony.
Mar 24, 2022

More Amazing Japanese Animations to Enjoy!
We take a look at the amazing animated films of Mamoru Hosoda: Wolf Children and Mirai!
Feb 23, 2022


A Review of our JanuaryinJapan Online Book Club: The Tale of Genji
Read a review of Zusetsu's wonderful JanuaryInJapan Book Club as we discuss The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu.
Feb 16, 2022


Kuzunoha and the White Fox
It's January - it's the perfect time of year for Japanese folk tales!
Dec 30, 2021

More Great Japanese Movies and Dramas to Watch in the Holidays!
Catch up with our favourite latest Japanese movies and dramas!
Dec 8, 2021


Autumn in Kyoto
A brief look at the beautiful autumn momiji in Kyoto, and the ancient festivals and poetry.
Sep 22, 2021


9 September: The Chrysanthemum Festival!
Discover Japan's Chrysanthemum Festival
Sep 9, 2021


Come and Meet our New Kyoto Bags!
Introducing our beautiful bags from Kyoto!
Aug 13, 2021


Tanabata: the July 7th Star Festival!
Discover Tanabata, the Japanese star festival, and immerse yourself in its beautiful story
Jul 6, 2021


Manga and Hanbun Aoi
We take a look at the Japanese drama series Hanbun Aoi and learn about the life of a manga artist in Japan!
Jun 3, 2021
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