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How Water and the Town Were Connected in Gujo HachimanWhen you walk through Gujo Hachiman, you may find yourself drawn t...

Dive into the nostalgic summer days of old Gujo Hachiman. Discover unique river-play traditions, historical fish hierarchies (like kusonbo!), and how 100 years of history still live on in Japan's waterways.

The Space Between Inside and Outside in Traditional Japanese HomesBefore It Became a Cultural TreasureWhen I was a high ...

Discover why fireworks became a beloved summer tradition in Japan. Explore the history of Edo, the fear of fire, summer evenings, and the beauty of fleeting moments.

Cool Breezes and Beauty Found in the DarknessSummer nights.The intense heat of the day slowly fades, and the evening sky...

A Small Family World on a Japanese Summer NightOne of my most vivid childhood memories is spending summer nights at my r...