The traditional craft of Urushi-nuri in Wajima City, Ishikawa, has been passed down for thousands of years. Unfortunately, many craftsmen were lost in the devastating earthquake on January 1, 2024. Despite this tragedy, their indomitable spirit...
Although the nationwide state of emergency has been lifted in Japan due to the spread of COVID-19, staying at home has become a new normal for many of us. Spending weeks at home can be monotonous, and even overwhelming at times. In this difficult...