From Hello Kitty to Pikachu, the country changed what the world considers adorable. But do these characters represent joy — ...

The country that changed modern culture and design, from A to Z The notion of impermanence has long held a special place in Japanese thought, ranging from religion and philosophy to aesthetics and ...

In a world challenged by a global pandemic and ongoing conflicts, it’s no surprise that consumers—especially younger generations—are gravitating towards feel-good aesthetics that uplift daily life.

This Japanese garden is a scenic spot filled with Japanese aesthetics and was opened by Sankei Hara, a silk business tycoon. There, historical buildings stand such as a three-story pagoda and tea ...

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