This article shares an indigo dyeing experience in Japan with international guests, explaining traditional Japanese indigo dye techniques, the fermentation process of natural indigo, and how microorganisms sustain the dye vats. It also reflects on the trade-offs between authentic craftsmanship and the convenience required for tourist experiences.

I accompanied a visitor from overseas who said, “ I want to go to Kappa-bashi in Tokyo to buy Japanese tableware,” and so I went there...

“Fishing Tools of the Miura Peninsula," a Nationally Designated Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property exhibition at Yokosuka City Museum

Trip to Kyoto: Vegans sushi, 'Fu', and Sild 'sanada-himo' braid

A special Noh and Kyogen performance was held at Byodo-in Temple in Kyoto, Japan.

Unique bon dance festival in Enoshima Island. 江ノ島で行われるちょっと変わった盆踊り「発酵盆祭」。

（English follows Japanese) この週末は日本全国アツい夏祭りわんさかですね。 どこのお祭りに行くか迷いつつ、隣の隣の漁師町・佐島のお祭りへ。 数年前に 「三浦半島の海の女性研究者座談会動画」 を制作したとき、この辺りのお祭りの話が話題に出たので横須賀...

At 'otabisho', a newly opened spot at landmark Plaza in Yokohama, you will learn the Japanese traditional performing arts Noh and Kyogen.

Recommended sakura viewing spots in Kamakura. 鎌倉でおすすめのお花見スポット。

"Yabusame" horseback archery will be held in Kamakura. 鎌倉で行われる流鏑馬の情報。

Casual tea ceremony workshop in Hayama Town, Kanagawa, Japan.

Tea ceremony workshop held at 220 years old "gassho-zukuri" Japanese old house located in Hase, Kamakura.