Sublime
An inspiration engine for ideas
Oubaitori: Never comparing oneself
The Japanese term “oubaitori” means to never compare oneself to others. Consisting of the kanji characters from four iconic trees, the cherry, plum, peach and apricot, the concept refers to the different ways each tree grows. In other words, it is the idea that like flowers, everyone blossoms in their own time and... See more
The Japanese term “oubaitori” means to never compare oneself to others. Consisting of the kanji characters from four iconic trees, the cherry, plum, peach and apricot, the concept refers to the different ways each tree grows. In other words, it is the idea that like flowers, everyone blossoms in their own time and... See more
mono no aware. This Japanese term, which literally means ‘pathos of things’, describes the deep emotion that is evoked when we are touched by nature, art or the lives of others with an awareness of their transience. It also refers to the essence of things and our ability to feel that essence.
Marie Kondo • Spark Joy: An Illustrated Guide to the Japanese Art of Tidying
During my second 初詣 (New Year prayer) in Japan, I was surprised to see a group of people in business attire, waiting for their turn to offer prayers at Meguro Fudosan.
Paul Venuto • feed updates
The word omakase comes from the Japanese word 任せる (makaseru), which means “to entrust.”
read.lukeburgis.com • Why We Need More Omakase Creators
Ichi-go ichi-e
en.m.wikipedia.org