Samurai Spirit
The spirit of Bushido is based on Benevolence, Justice, Respect, Wisdom, Fidelity, Loyalty and Sincerity. Within the spirit of Bushido, there is …
Ainu crafts have finally been recognised by the government
Recently Hokkaido traditional crafts have finally been recognised by the government. Nibutani Ita – the flat, shallow wooden bowls traditionally from the …
The First Writing of The Year
“Kakizome,” the first calligraphy writing of the year is described as a tradition of writing or illustrating something for the first time …
Japan Has Own Unique Tobacco Culture
The Japanese smoking pipe and finely shredded tobacco are examples of how Japan has it’s own unique tobacco culture. Smoking culture originally …
Taisho Roman, Nostalgic and Beautiful Culture
Taisho Roman is a term used to describe trends of thought or cultural phenomena that convey the atmosphere of the Taisho period (1912-26). …
Behind The Story of Hello Kitty
Hello Kitty is a popular and beloved character all over the world. However, the character wasn’t so much popular when it was …
The Origin of Aloha Shirts Was From Kimono
The origin of Aloha shirts was that migrant Japanese remade their Kimono to Aloha shirts. I didn’t know this story until researching …
An Australian Woman Has Duty and Sentiment Spirit
I never forgot Linda-san, who is GOJYUAN’s owner, to do for me. She is my saviour and benefactor. I think she has …
Japanese Steeplejack Work Clothes
Tobifuku, Japanese steeplejack work clothes has really strange, characteristic design. This style to look strange at a glance, however this closes has high …
Work Shop of the Traditional Japanese Sweet
I have been lost chance to eat Japanese traditional fresh sweets for long time. The simple sweet, Dorayaki cakes, Daihuku（rice cake stuffed with …
Concept of the Charity Exhibition
The charity exhibition at GOJYUAN, Japanese traditional inn, successfully finished. We are so impress many people came and showed interesting our event. …
Mizuhiki is a Type of Decorative Cord
Mizuhiki is a type of decorative cord that is attached to cards and envelopes on formal occasions. Originally it was used when …