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Let the Japanese philosophy of Seijaku teach you how to stay calm in the eye of the storm

February 02, 2026 6:10 pm

Seijaku isn’t about perfection. You’ll still get flustered. Things will still go wrong. But this quiet, rooted presence you practice — even for a few moments a day — can begin to shape your experience of the world

Watch: Japanese volleyball star Yuji Nishida’s dramatic court-side apology goes viral after serve hits staffer

February 03, 2026 8:20 am

The incident unfolded when the 26-year-old volleyball star was half-serving and his powerful left-handed serve struck a female staff member standing outside the court.

How an act of kindness on a flight gave this Indian-origin Google scientist a 'second set of parents' in Japan

January 27, 2026 12:21 pm

The Indian-origin Google Research scientist's X post about finding “Japanese parents” through a simple act of kindness has struck a chord with users worldwide.

Why modern life needs a touch of 'Miyabi'

January 26, 2026 5:46 pm

At its core, Miyabi is about appreciating beauty in a way that’s calm, composed, and never over-the-top

How the Japanese philosophy of ‘geidō’ can transform your career

January 19, 2026 5:50 pm

In a world that chases speed and instant results, Geidō reminds us that there’s beauty in the slow burn

The Japanese principle of Shibui can help you come to terms with ageing

January 05, 2026 5:27 pm

In a world that moves fast, where trends change overnight and distractions are endless, Shibui reminds us to slow down, to appreciate the quiet details, and to seek depth instead of surface-level attraction

Why this Japenese philosophy is the key to finding meaning in your career

December 29, 2025 5:52 pm

While often associated with literature, art, and nature (such as the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms), Mono no Aware also has profound implications for work and professional life.

In a world of duplicates, the quiet power of Japan's iki can help you be original

December 22, 2025 5:49 pm

In a world that often values loudness and excess, the gentle grace of iki might be exactly what we need.

Japanese monks use this philosophy to stay Zen -- you can do, too

December 09, 2025 5:47 pm

The beauty of Ensou is that it doesn’t demand anything of you. It simply asks you to show up as you are. In that way, it becomes not just an artwork, but a gentle philosophy for living.

Mortal Kombat and Tekken star Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa passes away at 75

December 05, 2025 1:54 pm

Actor and producer Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa passed away on Thursday, leaving behind millions of mourning Mortal Kombat fans.

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Why Japanese live longer than the rest of the world

November 05, 2025 11:26 am

This is why Japanese tend to live longer than rest of the world.

Could gene editing eliminate Down syndrome? Japanese researchers explore bold new CRISPR method

July 28, 2025 12:08 pm

Led by Ryotaro Hashizume and his colleagues, the team developed a CRISPR-based system capable of targeting and eliminating the surplus chromosome in affected cells.

Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese artist Kazuko Shiihashi

March 30, 2024 5:21 pm

Experience the enchanting world of Kazuko Shiihashi's artistry at "The Light of the Luminous Moon" exhibition, presented by Snowball Studios in collaboration with NICE+DAY Tokyo.

Ikebana: Exhibition celebrates the Japanese art of flower arrangement

September 30, 2022 12:31 pm

According to the Japanese principle of ikebana, fresh approach, movement, balance, and harmony, and the three elements -- line, colour, and mass -- help bring out "inner qualities of flowers and other living things"

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Japanese carmaker Nissan showcases future technology

January 21, 2016 3:32 pm

Yokohama/Los Angles, Jan 21 (ANI): Japanese carmaker Nissan recently invited 59 journalists, bloggers and car club members from six countries in Asia and Oceania. As part of the Nissan 360 Asia and Oceania event, the guests visited the global headquarters of Nissan in Yokohama city. Participants from Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, New Zealand and Australia joined together to experience what Nissan is all about. Starting from the Nismo Festival held at Fuji racetrack, where 35,000 Nissan race fans congregated at the foot of Mt Fuji. Nissan 360 event is aimed for the participants to get know and experience a wide perspective about the Nissan brand. The event's theme is "Discover Nissan" - Guests experienced firsthand new and future product and technology through the six-day-long program. Participants experienced Nissan heritage tours at the memorial cabinet in Japan's Zama city. The Nissan 360 event program has been designed to understand Nissan from all destinations - its past, present and future. Participants also received the state-of-the-art technology introduction in Nissan Advanced Technology Development Center. The test ride was the showcase of Nissan's latest and greatest vehicles for both road and track use as well as concept models that will soon hit the roads. The Nissan 360 event has received a very favorable reception from the participants. Nissan will to continue the event to communicate and promote to the motor fans.

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