Japanese culture Fukuoka Citizens’ Grand Tea Ceremony: A Beginner’s Experience
Have You Ever Heard of the Citizens' Tea Ceremony?Hello, I'm Umeko! Recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend ...
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Kimono DIY Kimono Padding: How to Make Your Own Custom Padding Sets
Ready to take your kimono wearing to the next level? Today I'm going to show you how to make your own custom kimono padd...
Kimono How to Do Kimono Padding: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
In my previous article, I shared the basic concepts behind kimono padding. Today, I want to walk you through the actual ...
Kimono Understanding Kimono Padding: Why This Traditional Technique Matters
Have you ever wondered why kimono wearers look so elegant and polished? The secret lies in a technique called "hosei" (補...
Japanese culture Sustainable Green Tea: Creative Ways to Reuse Tea Leaves for Zero Waste Living
Are you a green tea lover like me? If you enjoy sipping on this healthy beverage regularly, I have some exciting news th...
Japanese culture Zukou: Discover Japan’s Sacred “Powder Incense” Tradition
Hello there! Have you ever heard of "zukou" (塗香) - Japan's fascinating tradition of powder incense that you can actually...
Fukuoka Yakudoshi: Japan’s Fascinating “Unlucky Years” Tradition
Have you ever heard of Japan's unique cultural practice called "yakudoshi" (厄年)? This intriguing tradition might seem un...
Diary Hakata Geisha Performance in Fukuoka: Japan’s Authentic Cultural Experience
Hello there! Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to attend a Hakata geisha performance at Fukuoka's Hakata Tradit...
Diary My First Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience: A Beginner’s Journey into Japan’s Most Meditative Art Form
Hello there! Recently, a friend invited me to try something I'd always been curious about but never had the courage to a...
Diary My First Kabuki Experience: A Beginner’s Guide to Japan’s Most Powerful Traditional Theater
Hello there! Today I want to share with you my incredible journey discovering kabuki theater – one of Japan's most fasci...