Food The History of Rice in Japan: Why Is It the Staple Food? For the Japanese, rice is more than just food—it is deeply woven into their culture and history. Let’s explore its history, cultural significance, and modern-day uses. 2025.03.13 Food
Cultural Objects What is Shoji? Japan’s Traditional Sliding Screens Shoji/障子, a traditional Japanese architectural feature, has been an integral part of Japanese homes for centuries. Let’s explore the fascinating world of Shoji in detail. 2025.03.12 Cultural Objects
Culture Ohaguro: The Meaning and History of Japan’s Black Teeth Ohaguro (お歯黒) is a traditional Japanese practice of dyeing teeth black 2025.03.05 Culture
Deity Sarutahiko, Deity of Guidance: The Myth Behind Japan’s Roadside Gods In this article, we’ll explore who Sarutahiko is, why he is considered a god of guidance, and how he is worshipped today. 2025.03.04 Deity
Deity Ame-no-Uzume : Japan’s Oldest Dancer and Shinto Goddess In this article, we will explore the mythology, blessings, and sacred sites associated with Ame-no-Uzume! 2025.03.01 Deity
Historical Figures Ochimusha: Tragic Fate of Samurai in Sengoku Japan In this article, we’ll explore the history of Ochimusha, their struggles, and the grim fate that awaited many of them. 2025.02.26 Historical Figures
Cultural Objects Japan’s Koinobori: History & Meaning In this article, we will explore what Koinobori is! 2025.02.26 Cultural Objects