Iaidō, also known as “the art of drawing the sword”, is a Japanese martial art that focuses on techniques for handling the Japanese sword, known as a “katana”. Iaidō emphasizes precision, fluidity and mastery of gesture when executing the movements of drawing, cutting and putting away the sword. Origins and history of Iaidō : Iaidō […]
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Jujutsu, also known as Ju-jitsu or Jiu-jitsu, is a thousand-year-old Japanese martial art that focuses on the use of effective combat techniques based on flexibility, joint control and hand-to-hand holds. This self-defense system, originally developed by samurai, has evolved over the centuries to become a discipline in its own right. In this article, we delve
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Takoyaki is a Japanese culinary specialty originating from Osaka. They are small balls of dough made of flour, eggs, dashi (fish broth), sake and salt, in which pieces of octopus (tako in Japanese) are incorporated, hence its name. This specialty is usually accompanied by various sauces and seasonings. The takoyaki is prepared on a special
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Yakitori is a traditional Japanese dish that has become increasingly popular around the world. This dish consists of grilled chicken skewers that are usually seasoned with teriyaki sauce or another tasty sauce. The word “yakitori” literally means “grilled bird” in Japanese, and although chicken is the most common ingredient, it can also be prepared with
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Nishimuraya Yohachi was one of the most influential and renowned woodblock print publishers of the ukiyo-e era in late 18th-century Japan. His work helped shape and popularize this unique artistic style, which captured everyday life, landscapes, actors and courtesans of the time. Woodblock print publisher : Nishimuraya Yohachi, also known as Nishiyo (西与) was known
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Kyudo, also known as “the way of the bow”, is a traditional Japanese martial art that focuses on archery. Considered one of Japan’s oldest and most refined disciplines, Kyudo is much more than a simple sport or competition. It is a profound spiritual practice aimed at cultivating harmony between body, mind and bow. In this
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“Hara-Kiri” (Seppuku in Japanese) is a Japanese film directed by Kobayashi Masaki in 1962. Considered one of the masterpieces of Japanese cinema, the film explores the themes of honor, loyalty and justice in the context of feudal Japan. With its captivating direction, profound script and outstanding acting performances, “Hara-Kiri” continues to inspire filmmakers and touch
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Nagisa Ōshima (March 31, 1932 – January 15, 2013) was a Japanese film director, screenwriter and producer, known for his ability to create provocative and controversial films. He is one of the most influential directors of twentieth-century Japanese cinema, with a career spanning more than 40 years. Debuts Nagisa Ōshima was born in Kyoto, Japan,
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The Nue is a yokai (supernatural creature from Japanese folklore) with the particularity of being a hybrid being, composed of animal parts from several different species. He is often represented as a mixture of snake, monkey, tanuki (an animal resembling a raccoon dog) and bird. Its silhouette is generally black and its skin is covered
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Death Note appeared in the pages of Weekly Shonen Jump in 2003 and revolutionized the codes of manga. Twenty years on, this work is still as famous as ever and is considered a masterful series. Unbearable suspense, psychologically complex characters, the confrontation between Light and his rival L, top-quality drawings and a plot mastered to
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