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If you're a fan of cooking, then you know that having a great knife is important. Sure, you can get by with a cheap knife from the grocery store, but it's not going to be the same as having a quality knife that's designed for precision cutting. That's where Japanese knives come in.   Japanese knives are some of the best in the world, and they're perfect for anyone who wants to up their cooking game. In this guide, we'll go over everything you need to know about Japanese knives, including the different types of knives, the best places to...

What Are Dorodango?  Dorodango are little balls of mud that are shaped and polished until they become glass-like orbs. They are a popular craft created by children in Japan. They are made by rolling a ball of mud on the ground, and then polishing it with wet fingers until it becomes smooth. This is a craft that is popular among children in Japan. It's not just kids who enjoy this activity - adults also take part in this activity as a hobby or as an artistic form. It is incredible to see the work and patience that masters have put...

Kokedama moss balls are a type of bonsai, or miniature tree, that originates from Japan. The word "kokedama" literally translates to "moss ball" in English. These moss balls are created by taking a plant's root system and wrapping it in moss, then wrapping the entire ball in string. The result is a plant that can be hung from the ceiling or placed on a shelf, without the need for a pot or soil. The History of Kokedama Moss Balls The history of kokedama moss balls dates back to the Edo period in Japan (1603-1868). It is believed that this type...

Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with lacquer dusted or mixed with gold, silver, or platinum. As a philosophy, it treats breakage and repair as part of the history of an object, rather than something to disguise. The History of Kintsugi Kintsugi has its origins in the 15th century, when a shogun's favorite tea bowl broke. A Japanese craftsmen was brought in to repair it, using lacquer dusted with gold. The shogun was so pleased with the results that he commissioned more pieces to be repaired in the same way as the Japanese bowl mended with gold. Kintsugi...

Welcome to the Rainy Season in Japan Japan's rainy season is a time of year when the rain pours down in buckets and the sky is perpetually overcast. This season lasts from June to July, and it's not just an inconvenience for travelers; it can be life-threatening. Japan’s rainy season can have some pros, but we would be lying if we didn’t think it was mostly cons. It can be a great time to see some sights in a different light with less people around. Having been caught in a rainstorm while visiting traditional gardens and old castles, it is...