Japanese Wisdom for Contemporary Life
Uncover the deeper layers of Japanese culture and their relevance to how we each live today.
Through inspiring stories, interviews, essays and immersive learning experiences, you’ll discover the essential wisdom, creativity and beauty that underlie Japanese culture.
Join us on a journey towards a way of being that is rooted in ancient truths, yet capable of applying them to modern day challenges and opportunities.
Recent Articles
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What Does It Mean to Be Human?
The life and work of photographer Hiroh Kikai.
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Stretching the Boundaries of Tradition
Conversation with contemporary ki-oke maker Shuji Nakagawa.
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Seeing Reality As It Is
A conversation with zen priest Tosei Shinabe.
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Illuminating Life & Death
A conversation with tattoo artist and Buddhist priest Horiren I.
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Emptying Our Cup
A conversation with contemporary tea teacher Dairik Amae.
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Omotenashi & The Spirit of Harmony
A Conversation with Beniya Mukayu’s Okami.
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Simply Existing is Beautiful
A conversation with woodworker Kazuto Yoshikawa.
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Building for Longevity
The work and philosophy of architect Tomoaki Uno.
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Cultivating a Timeless Way of Being
A conversation with Shinichiro Ogata.
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The Bipolar Twins Of Japanese Art
An essay by Japanese garden designer Marc Peter Keane.
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Welcoming Uncertainty
A conversation with ceramic artist Hosai Matsubayashi XVI.
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Embracing Ambiguity
A conversation with karakami craftsman Ko Kado.
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Discovering the True Potential of Life
A conversation with zen priest Toryo Ito.
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Starting From Zero Each Time
A conversation with ceramic artist Kansai Noguchi.
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Restoring Our Sense of Wonder
An essay by contemporary ikebana master Mayuka Yamazaki.
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(産霊 / 結び)
the creative and sacred force that gives rise to all things and resides within each of them / the animating principle of the universe (Shinto)
to tie together / to connect
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