December 2023
Office Closure During New Year Holidays
New Year (正月, shōgatsu) is the most important holiday in Japan. We will be preparing for a fresh start in 2024 to provide you exceptional languages and cultures learning experience. Please note that during the following days, we will not be able to reply to your messages or answer phone calls. As usual in the […]
Kintsugi: a Golden Joinery Reviving Life
We - Online Open Campus: Art & Culture Enrollments Now Open! Traditional Arts: Kintsugi [Dec. 27th Wed.] Lesson Introduction: Bridging Tradition and Global Impact of Kintsugi Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese technique for restoring broken vessels. Imagine a cherished teacup with a crack or a bowl with a chip; instead of discarding them, the Japanese […]
Nakagin Capsule Tower: A Landmark of Metabolist Architecture
We - Online Open Campus: Sights & Nature Enrollments Now Open! Architectural Marvels: Nakagin Capsule Tower[Dec. 21st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: Farewell to an Architectural Icon The Nakagin Capsule Tower, designed by renowned architect Kisho Kurokawa, has been a symbol of the Metabolist architecture movement since its completion in 1972. Its distinctive design, featuring modular capsules […]
Himiko: Mysterious Queen Highlighted Ancient History
We - Online Open Campus: History Enrollments Now Open! World History Makers: Himiko [Dec. 21st Thu.] Lesson Introduction: The Enigmatic Queen Himiko In the tapestry of ancient Japanese history, the presence of Queens, particularly Empresses, adds a layer of intrigue. Among them, Queen Himiko stands out as a figure shrouded in mystery and romanticism, captivating […]