Lifestyle & hobby

Kemari – A Ball Game from Medieval Japan That Taught Self-Control Instead of Competition

Different Values, a Different Sport On the hardened temple courtyard, in the shade of four trees—pine, maple, cherry, and willow—marking out a 15 × 15 meter field, several aristocrats of

The Man of Brass and Stars – How the Brilliant Inventor Hisashige Tanaka Thrust Samurai Japan into Modernity

The Man Who Was a Vehicle of the Future In an era when Japan, still kneeling on its bamboo legs of tradition, first encountered the electric West, a man appeared

The Hour of the Rat, the Koku of the Tiger – How Was Time Measured in Shogunate-Era Japan?

The Hour of the Rabbit, the Hour of the Dragon “A band of samurai snuck into the castle at 11:00 PM” — something feels off, doesn’t it? While it may

Close the World Behind the Door. Tokonoma – The Japanese Art of Emptiness in Your Home

A Stem, a Shell, and a Calligraphy Scroll When we close the door to our apartment, the urban noise doesn’t disappear—it slips through the screen, the notifications, the excess of

The Samurai Rite of Genpuku – When a Boy Receives His Name, His Weapon, and the Fate of a Warrior

The Sudden End of Childhood The half-light of dawn blends with the amber glow of oil lamps as a quiet crackle of agarwood incense is heard in the family pavilion.

Teru Teru Bōzu – Take the Rain Away and Bring the Sun… or Snip!

A Bald Monk, a Little Rascal, a Girl with a Broom While in Japan—especially near the end of the rainy season—one may notice white, ghost-like dolls hanging by the windows

Contemporary Japan

Japan is a place where centuries-old philosophy of harmony with nature permeates modern life, creating truly unique spaces. The face of Japan is shaped not only by its landscapes and places, but also by its people and their stories. From life on remote islands far from the city’s hustle, through trends in fashion and otaku culture, to the immense social challenges facing the country today — all these elements define the singular character of contemporary Japan.

In this section, we will take a deep dive into some of Japan’s most pressing social issues — from bleak demographic forecasts and phenomena such as hikikomori and rental sisters, to jouhatsu (people who vanish), rural depopulation, and much more.

We’ll explore many facets of modern Japan, from cultural phenomena to everyday life, from the challenges its society faces to its triumphs — all to better understand what Japan truly is today.

An artistic soul and a warrior’s heart in a world of extreme social challenges

現代日本

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An enthusiast of Asian culture with a deep appreciation for the diverse philosophies of the world. By education, a psychologist and philologist specializing in Korean studies. At heart, a programmer (primarily for Android) and a passionate technology enthusiast, as well as a practitioner of Zen and mono no aware. In moments of tranquility, adheres to a disciplined lifestyle, firmly believing that perseverance, continuous personal growth, and dedication to one's passions are the wisest paths in life. Author of the book "Strong Women of Japan" (>>see more)

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"The most powerful force in the universe is compound interest." - Albert Einstein (probably)

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