torinaga112 days ago5 min readThe Mystery of Tsukimi: Moon-Viewing CelebrationsTsukimi, or moon-viewing, is a centuries-old Japanese celebration dedicated to appreciating the beauty of the autumn moon. Held primarily...
torinaga11Oct 255 min readThe Tale of the Bamboo Cutter (Kaguya-hime): Japan's Oldest FolktaleJapan has a rich tapestry of folklore, mythology, and storytelling, and one of the most celebrated and ancient stories is The Tale of the...