Learning to Love 'Sumi' Ink Sticks
Ink sticks, or 'sumi,' were a practical way of conserving and transporting ink. They're the classic tool for writing Japanese calligraphy—and using them has an almost Zen-like quality.
Ink sticks, or 'sumi,' were a practical way of conserving and transporting ink. They're the classic tool for writing Japanese calligraphy—and using them has an almost Zen-like quality.
Radical film director Sono Sion enlightens us with his solo exhibition, showcasing one of his most talked about films to date.
Revisit Shinji Tsuchimochi's stunning artwork series, '100 Views of Tokyo.'
If you're trying to learn Japanese but always on the go, this Japanese Instagram account might be just for you!
This illustrator creates astounding renderings of Tokyo’s major train stations by hand!
In addition to its historical art objects, the Hatakeyama Memorial Museum of Fine Art offers a garden that's worth a look in itself!
Discover how these books map out existing landscapes in order to give life to an inventive art form!
In Japan you can find delicate scrolls, exquisite pottery and incredible kimono art along with works by Yoshitomo Nara, Henri Matisse or Pablo Picasso—you just need to know where to look!