Mokumoku-- This is an onomatopoeic word mainly used with smoke ("kemuri" in Japanese) to describe rising smoke. In the picture book, when the tanuki transforms, smoke is emitted, and that is where ...

Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times. Our recommended books this week include histories of corporate mismanagement and misbehavior in the 19th century (“Savings and ...

Ask a cool guy who makes his cool pants. There’s a good chance they’re made by a Japanese brand you’ve never heard of. Even the phrase “Japanese brand” has become synonymous with ...

Discover the world of Japanese hidden wood joints, perfect for beginner carpenters looking to master new skills. These amazing techniques reveal how to create seamless connections that add both ...