Located near Kyoto, Uji is famous for its high-quality green tea production. The region's pleasant climate and fertile soil ...

Rooted in ancient Chinese philosophies of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements, Onmyodo was introduced to Japan during the 6th ...

Flowers are the universal language of love in cultures around the world. “Flowers have power. Sharing arrangements of flowers shows our love,” says Carolyn Alter, Certified Associate 1 st Term ...

The ancient practice began more than 2,000 years ago, when Japanese monks traveled to China as emissaries and brought ...

Bonsai is the ancient Japanese art of growing miniature trees in pots. They are meticulously pruned and shaped to resemble mature trees in nature. Recently, bonsai have become increasingly popular ...

In the shadow of Mount Azuma, an active volcano on the edge of Fukushima City in Northern Japan ... around the world. An art critic uncovers mysteries from this ancient culture within Saudi ...

The powerful 12,000-year-old art of Taiko drumming has been used in worship and battle throughout Japanese history. In this episode, visually-impaired content maker Lucy Edwards learns about the ...

The Japanese art form of ikebana dates back to ancient times and has evolved through the centuries. “Ikebana is about beauty and connecting with nature,” says Alter. “It’s not defined by a ...