You may have a strong and scary image of the Japanese yakuza from movies and video games. However, did you know that the … source

I had a guest at my samurai training activity ask me, “Why do Japanese people prefer sitting in a way that numbs your legs? source

The content of this video is based on personal studies and experience. There is no intention of denying other theories and cultural … source

There are many modern martial arts such as kendo and judo, but they all have their roots in kobudo. There is a school of kobudo … source

One of the things that you would absolutely want to do in Japan, is to visit the beautiful Shinto shrines that have hundreds of years … source

A lot of YouTube videos say that Japanese people really hate beards, but why is that? As far as I’ve done some research, there … source

In this channel we’ve discussed many social problems. You might think that there are multiple problems happening at once, but … source

Many thanks to Katsura Sunshine san! Katsura Sunshine san’s YouTube Channel … source

I question I often get from everyone is, “Why do you still use crappy steel (Tamahagane) to make katana in Japan?” I had an … source

The content of this video is based on personal studies and experience. There is no intention of denying other theories and cultural … source

I often receive comments and messages saying “My dream is to live in Japan.” As a Japanese living in Japan, on one hand, I am … source

Part 1 of this video You Never Knew Such a Stunning Samurai Ever Existed | The History of Yamaoka Tesshu① … source

Today, many people may have the image that kimonos are worn by women. However, the truth is that men’s kimonos also have a … source

If you come to Japan and search for public baths, you will find places that are called “Sentō” instead of Onsen. But they look … source

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This dark indigo color that is even darker than navy blue (so dark that it looks black), was called 勝色 Katsu-iro (or Kachi-iro) … source

When you come to Japan, you want to enjoy food, right? Kyoto is home to many of the most famous dishes in Japan’s culinary … source

No, it is not rude, but it’s not healthy for you. Onsen have various health benefits, but too much time spent in them can lead to … source

I’m pretty sure you’re hoping to visit an onsen hot spring when you visit Japan. Please allow me to give you a hint on how to … source

If you’re thinking of staying at a ryokan on your trip to Japan, please pay attention! There are rooms within a ryokan that I … source