As a third generation Japanese American, I find that many Japanese Americans know very little about Japanese culture. Because I grew up in Tokyo and speak Japanese, I know a little more than the average Japanese American, but we all know it’s a life long enjoyable process. Culture is a bridge to connect not only generations, but has the ability to bring communities together as well. It teaches us much about why we do the things we do. The more we learn, the more open and understanding we become. At Asian Lifestyle Design, we’d like to welcome and share the Asian culture with everyone.
AESTHETICS
- Japanese Aesthetics of Wabi Sabi
- The Modern Japanese Room
- How to Create a Zen Room
- Japanese Garden: More Trimming less Mowing
- Multi-Functional Spaces from a New Perspective
ARTS
- Ikenobo Ikebana, Grand Master Demonstration
- Ryuseiha Ikebana
- Learning About Tea Ceremony
- Chado Uransenke Tankokai Seattle 40th Anniversary
- Chigiri-e, A Japanese Paper Art
- Washi Paper Dying: Ita Zome
- Japanese Autumn Ikebana
- Ryuseiha Ikebana
CUSTOMS
- Salt in Japanese Culture
- When is Wagamama a Good Thing
- The Japanese Custom of Bowing
- Japanese Ofuro
- Japanese Omiyage and Food
- The Benefits of Living with Grandparents
- Is it Considered Bad Manners to Slurp Soup Noodles?
- The Asian Custom of Removing Shoes at the Door
- Uses of the Furoshiki
FESTIVITIES
- Obon and the Bon Odori
- Hinamatsuri, Happy Girl’s Day
- Valentine’s Day and Giri Choco
- Celebrating Children’s Day
- Children’s Day and Symbolism
- Aki Matsuri in Bellevue, Washington
SYMBOLISM
- Maneki Neko, Japanese Beckoning Cat
- Asian Symbolism and the Crane
- Dharma or Daruma Doll
- Bananas, Lemons and Boiled Eggs
- Children’s Day and Symbolism
- Why do Japanese keep a little frog Figurine in their wallet when they go to Vegas?
MISC
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Hello, I just have to tell you that I really enjoy this site. Such great, helpful information and I’m in love with Asian Culture. I would like to learn as much as I can, especially learning the Japanese language. For me. trying to learn a language such as Japanese is very difficult if I don’t have anyone here in America to speak to and to learn from. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks again for such a great site! 😉
Hi Tiffany,
Thanks so much for stopping by. When my kids were little I found the best way to get them interested to learn was through anime. They spent hours watching and listening, but make sure you listen to the ones in Japanese with subtitles! You can see if there are Japanese dramas or shows on the internet with subtitles. That will be a good way to start. Best of luck!
Thanks so much Jenny!