Explore the Japanese proverb 'Senzai-ichigu.' Reflect on rare opportunities, mindfulness, and the courage to act in business and life.

Explore the contrast in cherry blossoms and calligraphy. Learn how Japanese aesthetics embrace balance, simplicity, and harmony.

Explore the Japanese proverb 'What’s meant for you will find you.' A reflection on resilience, trust, and the creative journey.

Calligraphy’s pursuit of excellence comes with hidden costs. Explore the balance between artistry, waste, and the philosophy of mottainai.

Explore Zengo Saidan, a Zen principle from samurai wisdom. Learn how living in the present can transform your leadership and life.

Explore how ancient Japanese poetry inspires modern creativity. Discover the vivid colors and emotions in Man’yōshū's timeless love stories.

Explore Japanese wisdom on balancing life's tensions, inspired by traditional craftsmanship and modern insights for sustainable success.

Explore Ichiyō Raifuku, the Japanese wisdom of spring renewal, and discover how ancient traditions celebrate nature's new beginnings.

Journey through Japanese haiku poetry and discover how these 17-syllable verses contain universes of meaning in minimal space.

Discover the transformative power of Japanese tea ceremony mindfulness through Wa-Kei-Sei-Jaku principles.

Is calligraphy a just skill, art, or something else?

Why don’t you try kakizome (the first calligraphy of the year) this year?

As we step into the year of the snake, let’s take inspiration from 巳.

As we step into 2025, a year filled with new possibilities, I hope to carry the spirit of Fueki Ryuko forward.

A Japanese proverb: Drink, but don’t let the drink drinks you!

Explore the word "Koharubiyori (小春日和), a fleeting warmth amidst changing seasons

The wisdom of the art of a graceful exit.

In Japan, there’s a concept called yakuotoshi, or “warding off misfortune.”

Explore Yoshida Shoin's words: It is not that the world lacks talent, but rather that there are no people to use it.

Celebrating 100 blog posts of my journey of sharing Japanese culture