Nature & Animals

The Japanese Idea of RenewalHave you ever heard of a plant called omoto?In Japanese, its name is written with characters...

There was once a pastime in Japan in which people competed over the songs of their pet birds.People brought their birds ...

A Familiar Flower That Brightened Summer Life in JapanOn summer mornings, morning glories bloom gracefully in gardens an...

Goldfish Appreciation and Japanese AestheticsToday, goldfish are often enjoyed in the same way as tropical fish, viewed ...

When we think of rabbits today, we might imagine them as cute pets or gentle characters in pop culture. But in Japan’s m...