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Knowing Sufficiency in Japanese Aesthetics: When Less Becomes Clarity
Discover how Knowing Sufficiency in Japanese Aesthetics shapes luxury spaces, design, and perception—through Zen-inspired restraint and the story of Ryōanji’s garden.

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2 days ago2 min read
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Japanese Harmony in Contemporary Art – Where Nothing Fits, Yet Everything Belongs
What does Japanese harmony in contemporary art really mean? This article explores how the philosophy of 和 (wa)—and a quote by Heraclitus—inspires a contemporary scroll artwork created on distressed denim. A reflection on contrast, imperfection, and the beauty of thoughtful tension in modern space.

Fuh-mi
5 days ago2 min read
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Japanese Calligraphy for Luxury - InteriorsExplore the timeless elegance of Zen aesthetics through the art of brush and ink
Discover how Japanese calligraphy for luxury interiors brings timeless elegance, Zen-inspired calm, and narrative depth to curated spaces. Explore the legacy of Yamaoka Tesshū and bespoke works by Fuh-mi.

Fuh-mi
Jun 91 min read
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Smiling Gate Japanese Calligraphy: Finding Strength in Lightness
A personal story of how Japanese calligraphy and my father’s laughter-filled spirit helped me rediscover strength in unexpected spaces. Inspired by the phrase “Warau kado ni wa fuku kitaru” — a smiling gate invites fortune.

Fuh-mi
Jun 62 min read
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The Playful Minimalism of Choju-giga Japanese Calligraphy
Discover the timeless charm of Choju-giga, Japan’s oldest manga, through the lens of Japanese calligraphy. Explore how playful lines and empty space can reveal profound elegance — a lesson for today’s art, design, and luxury.

Fuh-mi
Jun 13 min read
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The Mysterious Technique of the Cat: Neko no Myōjutsu and the Path Within
Explore The Mysterious Technique of the Cat (Neko no Myōjutsu) and its timeless lessons on self-mastery, learning, and the path within.

Fuh-mi
May 302 min read
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Is Stoic Style Still a Virtue? Japanese Wisdom for Modern Life
Is stoic style still a virtue? Learn from samurai wisdom and Japanese tradition why grace, endurance, and quiet pride matter in modern life.

Fuh-mi
May 261 min read
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Is Beauty Enough Without Time to Feel It? Japanese Aesthetics and Mindful Living
Is beauty enough without time to feel it? Discover how Japanese aesthetics and mindful living reveal the true value of art and presence.

Fuh-mi
May 231 min read
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The Quiet Power of What’s Left Behind: Nokorimono niwa fuku ga aru
Discover the meaning of 'nokorimono niwa fuku ga aru'—the quiet power and fortune found in what’s left behind in Japanese culture.

Fuh-mi
May 191 min read
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Ma in Hong Kong: What Hong Kong Taught Me About Space
Discover 'ma in Hong Kong,' where Japanese aesthetics meet urban rhythm. Learn how balance emerges in the chaos of this vibrant city.

Fuh-mi
May 181 min read
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The Paradox of Effort: Why Trying Too Hard Can Hold You Back
Explore the paradox of effort. Learn from Tsukahara Bokuden’s wisdom why trying too hard can block mastery in calligraphy, business, and life.

Fuh-mi
May 101 min read
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French May Arts Festival Hong Kong – Exhibition Opening May 15
Fuhmi’s Japanese calligraphy meets modern art at the French May Arts Festival in Hong Kong. Visit the exhibition from May 13–17 at Art of Nature.

Fuh-mi
May 51 min read
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In the Season When Forests Grow: Lessons on Growth and Resilience
Explore how the forests of the Bōsō Peninsula inspire growth, resilience, and leadership lessons. Let nature guide your personal and professional journey.

Fuh-mi
May 21 min read
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Breathe as Dust: Samurai Wisdom on Stillness and Presence
Explore the Samurai wisdom of 'Breathe as Dust.' Reflect on stillness, humility, and finding meaning in the smallness of life and the universe.

Fuh-mi
Apr 292 min read
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The Beauty of Letting Go: What Mono no Aware Teaches Us About Change
Explore 'mono no aware,' the Japanese aesthetic of impermanence. Learn how it teaches us to embrace change and find beauty in the fleeting.

Fuh-mi
Apr 251 min read
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Senjafuda: Edo’s Social Media or Just Graffiti?
Explore the story of senjafuda, Edo’s social media. From stylish self-expression to nuisance, discover its cultural evolution in Japan.

Fuh-mi
Apr 211 min read
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The More It Matures, the More It Bows: A Japanese Proverb on True Humility
Explore the Japanese proverb 'The more it matures, the more it bows.' Reflect on humility, wisdom, and quiet strength in leadership and life.

Fuh-mi
Apr 182 min read
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Ogata Korin ’s Irises
Explore Ogata Kōrin’s Irises and the power of what isn’t painted. Reflect on restraint, minimalism, and Japanese aesthetics in art and calligraphy.

Fuh-mi
Apr 141 min read
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When a Dog Takes a Walk: A Japanese Proverb About Risk and Fortune
Explore the Japanese proverb about risk: 'Even a dog will bump into a stick.' Reflect on risks, rewards, and the duality of caution vs. curiosity.

Fuh-mi
Apr 111 min read
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Once in a Thousand Lifetimes: The Meaning of Senzai-ichigu
Explore the Japanese proverb 'Senzai-ichigu.' Reflect on rare opportunities, mindfulness, and the courage to act in business and life.

Fuh-mi
Apr 71 min read
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