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More than Matcha:
Understanding Japanese Tea

A cup of green matcha tea on a bamboo mat.

While matcha might catch the most attention these days, there’s a greater variety of Japanese tea to explore.

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Your Guide to Autumn in Japan 2025

Seasonal Guide

Discover the best ways to travel Japan in autumn, from momiji maple views to hiking through Japan’s most iconic outdoor scenery.

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Two hands with dirt on fingers transplant a small red-leafed plant into a container filled with soil.

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The War on Geisha: Identity in the Face of Tradition

The complex struggle of geisha to preserve their traditional identity while adapting to the pressures of modernity, Western influence, and societal misconceptions.

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A woman dressed as a traditional Japanese Geisha, wearing a colorful kimono with floral patterns, elaborate hairstyle with floral accessories, standing indoors with a wooden frame and greenery in the background.

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