Let me introduce two very short “Rakugo” (traditional Japanese sit-down comedy) stories. They are simple, classic, and guaranteed to bring a smile to your face! The Forgotten Item (忘れ物) Person A: “Hey! Wait up! You forgot something!” （おーい、忘れ物だよ！） Person B: “Oh? What is it?” （え、何だい？） Person A: “Your resolution to ‘never forget anything’!” 2. The
There was a time when I felt like I was living only for my work. Even outside of working hours, I couldn’t stop thinking about my job. I was constantly working overtime, and even the precious time I wanted to spend with my family was being sacrificed. “What am I living for?” I often asked
Rakugo is a traditional Japanese art of storytelling where a single performer sits on stage and tells a story that is either comical (kokkei) or touches the heart (ninjo). The story unfolds primarily through the dialogue between characters. With nothing but a folding fan (sensu) and a hand towel (tenugui), the performer uses gestures and
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I have some wonderful news to share! Recently, I’ve noticed so many of you searching for “Rakugo” on my website. Thank you so much for your interest in this traditional Japanese art! It makes me incredibly happy to know that people from different parts of the world are curious about the stories and culture I
Hi everyone! Do you have a specific scent that instantly brings back a scenery from your past? For me, the scent of the sea is the smell of my home. My family home has a beautiful view of the ocean, so whenever I am near the sea, that salty fragrance makes the entire landscape of
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Spring is a season of new encounters, but in Japan, it’s also a time when your wallet starts screaming! Between the new school year, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day, the expenses just keep piling up. My family was no exception. From Children’s Day to Respect for the Aged Day and Christmas, I felt like I
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Recently, entrance ceremonies and company induction ceremonies are being held all over the place. Because of this time of year, I’ve also revamped my website and social media accounts. Please check them out! FuturePlanning
“It’s getting a bit hot in here, isn’t it?” How would you respond to this? In many cultures, you might just say, “Yeah, it’s 30 degrees today!” and that’s it. But in Japan, this often carries a hidden plea: “(Don’t make me say it out loud… please just turn on the AC already!)” The other
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Before I knew it, my bookshelf had become completely overwhelmed. Books were piling up, and I realized they were starting to weigh down my living space. I thought about selling them on apps like Mercari, but then I realized: keeping them around while waiting for someone to buy them would only prolong this “heavy” feeling.
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Have you ever looked at falling cherry blossoms and wished you could hold onto that beauty forever? To make that wish come true, I’ve started a brand-new challenge. [The Middle: Days of Trial and Error] I take real cherry blossom petals, one by one, with the utmost care… SakuraEarrings #CherryBlossomMagic #HandmadeJewelry #WabiSabiStyle #BotanicalArt #WorkInProgress #SpringVibes
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