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Have you ever heard of “Yatagarasu,” the sacred bird of Japanese mythology? Many of you might recognize him as the three-legged crow depicted on the jerseys of Japan’s national football team. In ancient Japanese myths, Yatagarasu is revered as a “divine guide” who safely led people to their destinations when they were lost in the
When we are constantly running through our busy daily lives, we sometimes lose track of where our heart truly lies. In Japan, there is a beautiful concept called “Ma” (間). It refers not simply to an empty void, but to a meaningful pause or a “blank space” that is essential for moving forward.
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Binge-watch and enjoy this weekend. Get ready to feel the ‘Kyun’! Did you know? ‘Kyun’ is the Japanese word for the sweet feeling of your heart skipping a beat. Kyun MindfulnessAt35 #FindYourIbasho
With this intense heat continuing day after day, your stomach might feel empty, yet a proper, heavy meal just won’t go down. Lately, I’ve been in the exact same state. Without even realizing it, I find myself reaching only for fresh, juicy fruits and crisp, chilled treats. When your body signals exactly what it needs
I had lost my appetite due to the heat and was avoiding oily foods for a while. But I finally felt energetic enough to cook! It’s been a while since I last had it, and it was absolutely delicious. Life #Ibasho #FamilyLove #Gratitude #DailyLife #SlowLiving #SummerSickness #SupportiveFamily #HealthFirst #Mindfulness #Japaneselifestyle
There is a beautiful Japanese saying: “Nake wa hito no tame narazu” (Kindness is not just for the sake of others). People often misunderstand this phrase, thinking it means, “Being too kind to someone isn’t good for them, so you should keep your distance.” But in reality, it means the exact opposite. It teaches us
As we hit our late thirties and forties, life seems to demand more of us—in our careers, our families, and our social circles. We often find ourselves in the role of the problem-solver, the mediator, or the one holding it all together. But when was the last time you felt truly heard? And more importantly,
Due to personal reasons, I will be quite busy for a while. Therefore, I will be taking a break from Japanese lessons for a few months. In the meantime, please continue to support my other two ventures: ①Culture Canvas and ②Pipon Crafts. Culture Canvas Pipon Crafts Thank you so much for your understanding and continuous
Our time on this earth is deeply finite. That is precisely why I choose to fill my world only with the people I truly love. Life is simply too short to waste a single moment remembering those who hurt us or fighting to win against the people we dislike. Your Time is Too Precious for
“I repeated it so many times for the test, but I already forgot it…” “I just looked at that phone number, and it’s already gone from my head…” Have you ever experienced this? The human brain isn’t simple enough to just store information exactly as it arrives. To truly etch something into your mind, you
