Japan’s Smile Mask Syndrome and omotenashi

Japan’s Smile Mask Syndrome and omotenashi

Have you heard of Smile Mask Syndrome? If you’ve been to Japan, you may have noticed that Japanese service staff are almost always smiling when they serve you, whether it’s at the airport information desk, in the hotel lobby, or in a clothing boutique, Japan’s...
Kimono Crafting: My Astonishing First-Hand Experience

Kimono Crafting: My Astonishing First-Hand Experience

Japanese kimonos have inspired many fashion styles and trends around the world. You can find kimono-inspired cardigans, jackets, blouses, and more everywhere. Despite being a modern influence, kimonos have a long history as a traditional Japanese art form that...