When we think about famous flowers of Japan, we often first picture the sakura, or cherry blossom. The delicate sakura bloom along streets and rivers across the country, and signify the start of Spring. But what about the other seasons? Japanese culture is known for its appreciation of all four seasons. When the humidity and...Read More

Japanese cities are special because of the way they combine modern, high-tech life with traditional culture and historical buildings. It can feel as though life has become fully urbanized. Like much of the world, young people move out of rural towns to explore the opportunities in large cities. But don’t be fooled – rural life...Read More

In this time of social distancing, we all need something to give us a bit of comfort. Nintendo‘s March release of ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’, a new installment in the popular Japanese franchise, provides exactly this. This video game appears deceptively simple. You design a little avatar, and you run around your town, helping adorable...Read More