Shunga, the erotic art of Japan
Perhaps in Western societies the image of a woman receiving oral sex from an octopus would seem far removed from…
Pinku eiga
He pinku eiga (ピ ン ク 映 画) or eroduction It is a cinematographic genre that has no equivalent in…
Ukiyo-e, the paintings of the floating world
The art of ukiyo-e (浮世 絵, “floating world painting“) Originated in the metropolis of Edo (now Tokyo) during a period…
What is a haiku?
A haiku is a style of Japanese poetry that focuses on simple themes, but providing an interesting or unexpected perspective….
Yokohama and the origin of jazz in Japan
Just as jazz in America originated in New Orleans, we cannot ignore the importance of the Yokohama port in the…
Shodō, the art of Japanese calligraphy
The japanese calligraphy (書 道, shodō) is one of the most popular arts in Japan. Japanese calligraphy works are appreciated…