Newly Registered UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of the World Japan’s “Raihō-shin: Ritual Visits of Deities in Masks and Costumes”
Interview: Noritake Satō, expert urushi lacquer craftsman leading restoration work at UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nikkō Shrines and Temples.
The Shikoku Pilgrimage and its 88 Sacred Sites. The global appeal of the ‘Shikoku Henro’.
Getting to know Zen and zazen: making time for self-discovery
Life and Events
A Guided Journey Through Japan’s Ancient Calendar Vol.02. Setsubun and the New Year
Destinations
A Japanese Rail Travel Journal. Vol. 1: Comfortable and Convenient Rail Excursions from Tokyo
Journeys in Kyōto: Shirakawa Ippon-bashi Bridge
Great Masters
Nambu Tekki Ironware – Kamasada Iron Casting Studio, Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture (Part 2 of 2)
Meeting the Artisans of Japan Vol. 01. Hamaji Matsumoto – Okehama Wooden Pails. Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture
