The weird, weird world of bonsai chrysanthemums Venerable bonsai pines, move over for…bonsai chrysanthemums! Yes, bonsai chrysanthemums are A Thing. And it happens in Japan every year in November. That’s … Continue Reading Seasonal Secret NOVEMBER 2020
September: When the small and humble come together to become magnificent and mighty When I started thinking about what’s so special about September in Japan, the first things that came … Continue Reading Seasonal Secret SEPTEMBER 2020
Souvenirs NOT to buy in July The ultimate souvenir not only reminds you of the place where you bought it, it also reminds you of the joys of being in … Continue Reading Seasonal Secret JULY 2020
How to stay cool in the summer, the Japanese way Here are five ways that the Japanese have traditionally survived the miserably hot & humid summer months. Some actually work, … Continue Reading Seasonal Secret JUNE 2020
