Day: January 15, 2026

A shot from the set "Mishima: A Life in Four Letters". The background is gold with trees amongst a red field.

Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters Finally Releases in Japan

January 15, 2026

What happens when a film about one of Japan’s most controversial writers stays unseen for nearly 40 years? Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters has finally premiered in Japan, stirring excitement, debate, and curiosity. Today, we’ll look at Yukio Mishima’s dramatic life, his enduring legacy, and the significance of the film’s long-awaited release.

Chains of Japanese origami trains. They come in all colors and are known as "renzuru".

Japanese Crane Origami: The Magic of Renzuru

January 15, 2026

In Japan, a simple paper crane carries deep meaning as a symbol of peace, healing, and hope. But take that one crane and connect hundreds into a flowing chain, and you create renzuru, linked origami cranes that transform a single fold into a breathtaking arrangement of color and hope.

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Day: January 15, 2026

Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters Finally Releases in Japan

Japanese Crane Origami: The Magic of Renzuru

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