Other bushido values are sincerity, compassion, courtesy, and honesty.

These trees start generating pollen when they are 30 or 40 years old.

Today there is only one artist left in the world who still produces handcrafted karakuri. His name is Shobei Tamaya IX,

Japanese companies are famous for doing things well but slowly.

Confucianism too came from China, in the twelfth century. According to Confucianism, relationships between human beings are the basis of society: we must respect our ancestors, our relatives, and our superiors. The values of loyalty, justice, and honor are also central. Today, the Japanese still bear Confucianism in their minds, for they highly res

Shinto is a collection of methods and rituals to improve human relations and ensure that there are no problems in the coexistence of human beings and nature. Respect for the members of one’s family is another of its key points. According to Shinto, nature is sacred. When we are in contact with nature, we draw closer to the gods.

The Studio Alta screen has become one of the most famous rendezvous points in Tokyo. You see it as soon as you set foot outside the East Exit of Shinjuku (JR). If you get there by the subway, it’s Exit 13B.

Don’t you have the feeling when you face something that is iki or wabi-sabi that it’s trying to communicate wisdom through silence?

The matsuri are ideal occasions to witness the authentic traditional Japan. Their specific dates depend on the year, the season, and the location, so you should ask for information wherever you are staying. In any case, here is a list of the most important national celebrations throughout the year: – Seijin Shiki (Coming of Age Day): second Monday