mari ware was one of the first types of Japanese ceramics to reach Europe. Contrary to the simple beauty of Raku ware, Imari ware was characterized by its cobalt blue and white designs and swirling red and gold Oriental patterns…

Mt. Fuji is one of the most climbed mountains in the world, inspiring artists & poets for centuries.

Every year, over 200,000 people hike all the way up Japan’s tallest mountain.

Whenever you visit a new place, it can be very reassuring to have a basic grasp of the local table manners and Japan is no exception. In fact, Japanese table manners are very important in Japan…

For generations, Mount Fuji has motivated restaurants & snack makers in Japan to create delicious things inspired by the volcano.

They have a long, interesting history in Japan and are a rich part of the culture. But what is a geisha? What do they do? What is that history?

Mount Fuji has been at the center of Japanese spiritual practice for thousands of years, and many famous folktales feature the mountain.

With a name meaning “mountain pear”, Yamanashi quite clearly has strong associations with fruit cultivation.

Chopsticks have been a part of East Asian culture for over 3000 years. Whether you’re in China, Korea, Vietnam, or Japan, it’s essential to know how to use chopsticks for a truly authentic dining experience.

With a view of Mt. Fuji, the vivid green rows of tea leaves of Makinohara are about as picturesque as it gets.

Tokyo is known for its blend of traditional & modern. Experience this philosophy through impressive yearly festivals held across the city.

Sakura is the Japanese word for cherry blossoms, the small, delicate, pink flowers seen during spring. Cherry blossoms are known as the flower of spring, and have become special flowers showing that spring is officially here.