Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arrangement, is now quite well-known in most parts of the world. I have been a student of ikebana, off and on for over a decade. At first, I decided to take lessons as a way to add a few flowers in our home. Flowers in the home always make me smile as …
photo by Stephane D’Alu Zen Buddhism was introduced to Japan by a Japanese monk traveling back from China during the 12th Century. Since then, Zen teachings have become deeply engrained in Japanese life and culture. Ikebana (art of flower arrangement), chado (way of tea), and martial arts are a few examples of how Zen Buddhism …
It is amazing how the traditional Japanese room has really stayed the same through the centuries. The overall concept of keeping true to natural materials of wood and the tatami mat remain consistent. Shape and form play an important role, always striving to allow for as much natural light as possible, while keeping to symmetry …
What can we do to energize ourselves after a hard day’s work? Our daily lives are filled with all kinds of stress, whether it is work or relationship related. Therefore, it’s necessary to be able to re-energize when we get home. Our homes reflect who we are. This can be seen through our furniture, the …
