Bee Curious

Japan has a rainy season known as Tsuyu (梅雨), which starts in June and sometimes extends into July, lasting for a whole month. During this time, it r...

Mayo! A word that divides people into love or hate groups. It seems there is no middle ground. Personally, I love it, but my father despises it. If t...

Ah, the joy of being a child and receiving pocket money from grandmothers, aunties, and uncles. Unfortunately, this money never made it into my hands...

One fascinating aspect of Japanese culture is its openness towards discussions and perceptions of sex. Whether you're already familiar with the conce...

I wish to die in spring, beneath the cherry blossoms while the springtime moon is full. SaigyoThis is was and still is a famous death poem by Saigyo...

I never imagined that I would find myself venturing into the world of Japanese tea, let alone founding 'Farcastea' and selling it. Life has a way of ...

On my latest adventure, I set out to discover the most distinctive souvenirs from corners far and wide across Japan. Like many, I've always had a sof...

Ancient Japanese and Chinese cultures built tea huts in their backyards, mirroring mountain hermitages, recognizing the importance of a healthy life ...

September, 2023. I can't remember the exact date, though. Mornings would find me on the 3rd floor of the public library near my house. There's an Eng...