Discoveries from around the archipelago
If you saw my last post, you'll probably know I've been riding a bit of a high this week. It came on top of a visit from my friend Felicity (excellent videographer and writer of the blog Where Next Japan) and her husband Nori last weekend and needless to say, with all the hype, not... Continue Reading →
Last week, washi (handmade Japanese paper) was recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage product. I'm a fan of this beautiful paper and purchase it for special occasions whenever I can but I had the chance to try my own hand at making washi earlier this year on a trip to Yame in Fukuoka Prefecture.... Continue Reading →
