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Kokedama moss balls are a type of bonsai, or miniature tree, that originates from Japan. The word "kokedama" literally translates to "moss ball" in English. These moss balls are created by taking a plant's root system and wrapping it in moss, then wrapping the entire ball in string. The result is a plant that can be hung from the ceiling or placed on a shelf, without the need for a pot or soil. The History of Kokedama Moss Balls The history of kokedama moss balls dates back to the Edo period in Japan (1603-1868). It is believed that this type...

Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with lacquer dusted or mixed with gold, silver, or platinum. As a philosophy, it treats breakage and repair as part of the history of an object, rather than something to disguise. The History of Kintsugi Kintsugi has its origins in the 15th century, when a shogun's favorite tea bowl broke. A Japanese craftsmen was brought in to repair it, using lacquer dusted with gold. The shogun was so pleased with the results that he commissioned more pieces to be repaired in the same way as the Japanese bowl mended with gold. Kintsugi...

In Japanese folklore, yokai are creatures with supernatural powers. They can take many different forms, from animals to inanimate objects, and their powers can be both helpful and harmful to humans. Yokai have been a part of Japanese culture for centuries, and their stories are still popular today.   Yokai is a Japanese term that translates to "apparitions" or "mysterious creatures." It can refer to a number of different things, but they typically represent something supernatural. People may use this word when they're talking about folktales, monsters, fictional characters, demi-gods and more. Here are some of the best Japanese yokai...

Tengu, which can be translated as "Heavenly Dog" or "Heavenly Sentinel," are mythical creatures that are central to Japanese folk religion (Shinto). They are classified as yōkai, or supernatural beings, and are also revered as Shinto kami, or gods. In Japanese culture, tengu are known for their mischievous and trickster-like behavior, and they are often depicted as bird-like beings with human-like features such as long noses, pointed ears, and sometimes beards. Despite their reputation for causing chaos and disruption, tengu are also revered as wise and knowledgeable, with a deep understanding of the natural world. In some stories, they are...

Children’s day, Kodomo no hi, こどもの日, a day where the skies are filled with flags shaped like koi fish all across the country. It may not be one of Japan’s most publicized holidays, and even living in Japan it is not given as much attention as many other holidays, but it certainly brings a certain joy to your day when you see 100’s of these koi flags swimming in the wind across the country. If you aren’t familiar with Children’s day in Japan and how it is celebrated, this article is definitely worth a read. We’ll even share some of...