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"Begin, Break, Hasten" - Another timeless Japanese concept

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Apr 122 min read

"Begin, Break, Hasten" - Another timeless Japanese concept

The principle of the timeless Japanese concept "Jo-Ha-Kyu" is invaluable in crafting many different strategies.

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Apr 92 min read

Battle Cry

Japanese battle cry, "Ei, ei, oh" is not onomatopoeic. The shout can be written in kanji as "鋭, 鋭, 応".

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What traditions inspire you, and how do you make them your own?

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Apr 52 min read

What traditions inspire you, and how do you make them your own?

Exploring Japan's balance of tradition and modernity, a calligrapher reimagines age-old art with personal expression and innovation.

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Samurai Strategies: Musashi's Ancient Wisdom in Modern Business

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Apr 12 min read

Samurai Strategies: Musashi's Ancient Wisdom in Modern Business

Musashi's "Book of Five Rings" turned into a business guide, blending ancient samurai wisdom with modern corporate strategies.

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“Less is More”!Embracing Serenity Through Minimalism

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Mar 291 min read

“Less is More”!Embracing Serenity Through Minimalism

Embrace minimalism for serenity in life and art; find beauty in simplicity and intentional spaces, much like Japanese calligraphy.

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Mar 282 min read

The fascination of Kanji

Unveiling one of my works on '道' (Michi/Do), exploring life's dual paths of enlightenment & tradition. A visual journey in calligraphy.

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"Enzan no Metsuke" - The Art of Holistic Perspective in Life and Business

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Mar 221 min read

"Enzan no Metsuke" - The Art of Holistic Perspective in Life and Business

"En'zan no Metsuke" teaches seeing the big picture in life and business for strategic insight and holistic decisions.

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Mar 194 min read

The fusion of "Pop" and "Classical"

In recent years, the theme of the fusion of Pop and Classical is becoming more and more popular in the art scene.

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Embracing Resilience: The Wisdom of Falling Seven Times and Standing Up Eight

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Mar 151 min read

Embracing Resilience: The Wisdom of Falling Seven Times and Standing Up Eight

Fall seven times, stand up eight" embodies resilience and growth beyond failure. A life lesson in perseverance and opportunity.

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Embracing the 'Ten'i Muho': The Art of Seamless Beauty in Calligraphy and Beyond

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Mar 122 min read

Embracing the 'Ten'i Muho': The Art of Seamless Beauty in Calligraphy and Beyond

Exploring 'Ten'i Muho'—the pursuit of natural elegance in calligraphy, embracing inner beauty and freedom in art.

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Mar 102 min read

Designing a logo

Took logo project, client wanted magpie in ring with "Magpie" in Katakana. Challenged my calligraphy skills, client chose unexpected design.

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Mastering the Art of Learning: Embracing the Power of 'T-Shaped' Expertise

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Mar 42 min read

Mastering the Art of Learning: Embracing the Power of 'T-Shaped' Expertise

Discover how combining Japan's focused mastery with the West's diverse knowledge creates the ultimate 'T-shaped' expertise.

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Mar 12 min read

The Art of Kintsugi: Embracing Flaws in Brand Storytelling

Embrace Kintsugi in branding: Highlight flaws & resilience in your story to connect deeply. Imperfections are your brand's golden seams.

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The Art of Now: Embracing the philosophy of Ichi-go Ichi-e (一期一会) in Daily Life

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Feb 232 min read

The Art of Now: Embracing the philosophy of Ichi-go Ichi-e (一期一会) in Daily Life

Embrace "Ichi-go Ichi-e": Treat every moment as unique, cherishing life's fleeting encounters and expressing sincerity in all we do.

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Exposing Corruption in Japan's Calligraphy World: A Call for Creative Freedom

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Feb 201 min read

Exposing Corruption in Japan's Calligraphy World: A Call for Creative Freedom

PRESIDENT Online recently published an article about corruption in the calligraphy world in Japan. https://president.jp/articles/-/78418...

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Exploring Sustainable Water Conservation Practices in Karesansui Gardens

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Feb 172 min read

Exploring Sustainable Water Conservation Practices in Karesansui Gardens

JCVD's water scarcity warning is now reality; traditional Japanese Karesansui gardens offer sustainable, innovative solutions.

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Feb 122 min read

Zanshin - a way of better life

Zanshin is a famous term of Japanese martial arts and this concept can be used in your daily life to make yourself stay mindful.

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Unveiling the True Essence of "武 (martial)"

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Feb 62 min read

Unveiling the True Essence of "武 (martial)"

Discover the shift in '武' from peace to combat in samurai kanji, reflecting the depth of word evolution.

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Kamon: The Emblem of Japanese Heritage and Identity

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Feb 53 min read

Kamon: The Emblem of Japanese Heritage and Identity

Japan's kamon embodies centuries of cultural syncretism, merging native aesthetics with foreign influences to symbolize lineage and identity

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Enjoy the Setsubun event!Even though it sounds odd sometimes…

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Feb 42 min read

Enjoy the Setsubun event!Even though it sounds odd sometimes…

Setsubun, on Feb 4, marks spring's eve with bean-throwing to cleanse evil, symbolizing renewal in Japan.

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