Author: Devon Lord-Moncrief

A bunch of different kimono silks on a wooden structure for crafting purposes.

Kimono Crafting: What is the Process?

Japan’s national dress is simple yet elegant. It is ideal for formal or informal occasions. Over the centuries, kimono crafting has undergone several changes regarding its technique.

A sumi-e painting of Queen Himiko.

Himiko: The Amazing Ancient Queen of Japan!

Few figures in Japanese history are as enigmatic as Queen Himiko. She was a woman of mystery who evades concrete description and has befuddled scholars and historians for generations.

A pottery mug from Gifu.

Gifu Ceramics: The Amazing History of Mino Ware

Pottery making is one of the oldest professions of human existence. For those looking to learn more about a prevailing piece of Japanese history, Mino ware is a beautiful place to start.