Deeper Views
Dive further into Japanese culture.
Join our team of culture editors in exploring deeper connections between Japan’s art, culture, and history.
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More than Matcha:
Understanding Japanese Tea
While matcha might catch the most attention these days, there’s a greater variety of Japanese tea to explore.
Your Guide to Autumn in Japan 2025
Seasonal Guide
Discover the best ways to travel Japan in autumn, from momiji maple views to hiking through Japan’s most iconic outdoor scenery.
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The War on Geisha: Identity in the Face of Tradition
The complex struggle of geisha to preserve their traditional identity while adapting to the pressures of modernity, Western influence, and societal misconceptions.
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Sacred Springs, Samurai Spas, and the Evolution of Onsen in Japan
With a history almost as old as Japan itself, onsen hot spring culture in Japan has evolved with the times, from eras of emperors and samurai soldiers to those of popular travel destination.
The Evolution of Wagasa Imagery in Modern Media
How wagasa have stood the test of time and transformed into a true cultural and artistic icon.
Seasons in Verse: The Poetic Significance of Wafu Getsumei in Haiku
Japan’s seasons flow like poetry, each moment captured in kigo—seasonal words in haiku. Discover how imagery captures the essence of each microseason.
Tomitaro Makino: Grafting Western Science with Japan's Natural World
Tomitaro Makino’s passion for plants reflects Japan’s enduring reverence for nature—where science, art, and spirituality intertwine in a centuries-old cultural harmony.
Poem and a Picture: Japanese Gardens as Reflections of the Natural World
Harmoniously blending art and nature, Japanese gardens reflect the natural world through carefully crafted landscapes that evoke poetry and timeless beauty.
In Praise of Silence: Japan’s Ancient Relationship to the Absence of Noise
Japan's historical reverence for silence, casting an undeniable impact on art, culture, and communication within Japan, comes in contrast to a modern noise-filled environment.
