Discover the literature which is at the very heart of Japanese culture, and which underpins the exquisite beauty of Kyoto.

A winter travel journal to beautiful Kyoto.

Join us as we explore the Tokyo book district Jimbocho, location of our JanuaryInJapan Book Club read, 'Days at the Morisaki Bookshop'.

Walk with Cathy around beautiful Rikugien garden in Tokyo, in the footsteps of the samurai and his concubine who once lived there.

This January, join us for our cosiest JanuaryInJapan Book Club yet!

This month let's take a look at the writing of Lafcadio Hearn in his essay collection of 1895, called Kokoro.

Let's take a look at the amazing Japanese foundation myth!

Let's take a look at Japan's fascinating Shinto religion.

Discover Japan's Chrysanthemum Festival!

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kyoto's cherry blossoms and spring geisha dances.

Join us for a review of our book club reading of the Wisdom of Tea by Noriko Morishita.

Discover the Japanese art of Kasane, the traditional kimono layering technique from Heian era Japan.

Meet John, the talented photographer of the geisha and maiko of Kyoto. Catch a glimpse of this extraordinary floating world.

Immerse yourself in the serenity and beauty of Kyoto's Tea Ceremony.

Discover the beauty and traditions of the ancient Japanese festival Gion Matsuri.

A travel journal discovering beautiful Japan in the fall.

Join Zusetsu's book club discussion of The Old Capital by Yasunari Kawabata.

Explore the enchanting world of 'The Old Capital' by Yasunari Kawabata in our Zusetsu book review.

We look to Japanese authors Kakuzo Okakuro and Junichiro Tanazaki to learn more about the deep beauty of the Japanese tea ceremony.

Read a review of Zusetsu's wonderful JanuaryInJapan Book Club as we discuss The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu.

Discover the beautiful original story behind Ghibli's Princess Kaguya

Discover the fascinating diaries written by the Kyoto court ladies of the past.

It's January - it's the perfect time of year for Japanese folk tales!

We loved our book club event discussing The Tale of Genji!