torinaga11Oct 115 min readKokugo Textbooks: Teaching the National Language in JapanThe Kokugo ( 国語 ) textbooks, used in Japan’s elementary and secondary schools, are fundamental in shaping the linguistic foundation of...
torinaga11Aug 63 min readShodo and Social Justice: Exploring Activism Through CalligraphyIn a world where activism takes many forms, the ancient Japanese art of Shodo, or calligraphy, offers a unique and powerful medium for...
torinaga11Jul 284 min readShodo and Globalization: Its Spread Beyond JapanShodo, the Japanese art of calligraphy, is a deeply rooted tradition that has been practiced for centuries. Known for its elegance,...