“Ame futte ji katamaru” is a Japanese proverb that means “After the rain, the ground hardens.” In this post, I reflect on how moments of disruption can lead to clarity, beauty, and strength—both in life and in creative work. Will the rain come, or not?

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

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.

Is beauty enough without time to feel it? Discover how Japanese aesthetics and mindful living reveal the true value of art and presence.

Explore the beauty of spring in Japan. Reflect on new beginnings, the concept of Ma, and the poetic rhythm of Japanese aesthetics.

Explore the contrast in cherry blossoms and calligraphy. Learn how Japanese aesthetics embrace balance, simplicity, and harmony.

komorebi (木漏れ日) refers to the gentle sunlight streaming through the gaps in trees, but it carries a much deeper resonance.

Explore the real beauty of lacquerware

Are Kakejiku (Japanese Hanging Scrolls) Cool or Outdated? What's your impression?

Tokonoma is embracing space and the spirit of "Ichigo Ichie".

Discovering the Space Between: The Infinite Possibilities of ‘Ma’

Finding Wabi-Sabi in modern daily life

Japanese culture is rooted in a delicate appreciation for nature and the changing seasons, so we have many expressions for rain.

What Makes a Design “Feel Japanese”? The Story of Yūsoku Mon’yō

Sakura and Samurai in Japanese Culture explores how fleeting beauty and disciplined presence form the heart of Japanese aesthetics—and how these values can inspire refined, memorable design.

Plum in Japanese poetry and culture reveals a quiet strength that transcends time. This article explores how the ume blossom continues to inspire elegance in luxury design and refined sensory spaces.