Southern Japan's rich history of cultural exchange is at the heart of the story of Kyushu's ceramic wares, from the first fired up in the country to the contemporary pieces that continue to capture hearts.
Sep 5, 2023 • Subscribe
More like this
The Japanese Rice Cooker: A History of Trials and Errors
Learn what led to the development of the Japanese rice cooker and how it found a home in just about every Japanese household.
The Japanese Rice Cooker: A History of Trials and Errors
Learn what led to the development of the Japanese rice cooker and how it found a home in just about every Japanese household.
Maquia and the Beauty of Parting
Tucked away in a remote village, the Iorph tend to their cloth. Known as the “Clan of Partings,” they are creatures of an older world, and live long,…
The Fleeting Beauty of Youth and the Persistent Beauty of Youthfulness – Pretty Boy Detective Club
When I started high school, some friends of mine told me that our school building had a tunnel system that could be accessed from some of the classrooms.…
Post-War Anime: The History of Japanese Animation & Japan
Anime from 1945 to 1963 saw the release of some incredibly influential works. While most begin their anime studies with Astroboy released on January 1st 1963, the history…
The Beauty Of The Ruins
This video looks at the video game Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, a manga called Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou, and Dark Souls, or more specifically at how…
Beauty and the Beast Girl
I've seen better beast girls. I've been to DeviantArt.13:14 - Beauty and the Beast Girl 30:18 - My Hero Academia 395 46:39 - Undead Unluck 169 55:54 - Edens Zero 249-250 70:12…
Japanese Journeys: Josh Rosen ventures through Kyushu for Huckberry’s DIRT.
Sometimes I’m incredibly thankful for the YouTube algorithm and what it ends up recommending. Huckberry labels itself as a one stop men’s shop that’s equal parts lifestyle retailer…
The Haunting Beauty of Liz and the Blue Bird
Liz and the Blue Bird is the most beautiful film I have ever seen, let’s just get that out of the way. Every single frame is so painstakingly…
Baumkuchen: The German Dessert’s Long Japanese History
Read the intriguing history of how baumkuchen, the tree trunk-shaped German cake, grew in popularity in Japan.
Mugicha: A Short History of Japanese Barley Tea
It's been a staple since Japan's Heian era. Learn about the history of mugicha (Japanese barley tea) and why it remains so popular today.
Spectacular Shikoku and Kyushu Autumn Foliage Illuminations
Autumn illuminations in the scenic parks, gardens and temples below will light up your late fall evenings and are every bit worth a trip south!
The Beauty Of Anime Backgrounds
https://www.apari-shop.com/?ref=internetpitstop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apariart/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApariArt Shoutout @inakyu for the collab shoutout to https://twitter.com/Holdsworthands for the decades of the backgrounds pixel art map! A very short analysis deep dive into anime background art and…
MUSHI-SHI, Sailor Moon, Soul Eater, Spirited Away, Angel's Egg
The Beauty Of Handheld Consoles
Game boy, game boy advance, game boy color, game boy advance sp Nintendo ds, Nintendo dsi, Nintendo 3ds, Nintendo switch, psp WERE TALKING HANDHELD CONSOLES PEOPLE! the handheld…
The Beauty of Koi Kaze
While many anime toy with the idea of being attracted to a sibling thanks to the popularity of the "cute little sister" archetype, none of them…
Discover These Five Japanese Mystery Writers (Who Aren’t Higashino Keigo)
Like Higashino Keigo? Want more Japanese mystery? Check out these five other famous authors whose works are available in English.
Fear Of Beauty
This is a video about the Sublime. What is it? watch the damn video pls. I erratically jump from media to media, from video games like Legend of…
Chrono Trigger, Legend of the Crystals: Final Fantasy, Mob Psycho 100
12 Days of Anime: #4: Beauty and the Herald
A serious post gone wrong, I suppose.
Beauty and the Beast of Paradise Lost GN 1
There's more than enough meat in the title tale type to get a good dark fantasy, so by adding in elements of other fairy tales, Yuki is not…
Holiday Review: BEAUTY AND THE FEAST
Of course, not every story aimed at young men from this year was so action-packed. Sometimes it was about more cozy fantasy, like a hot wid...
The Duke of Death and His Maid – 08 – Beauty and the Grouch
This week’s first segment introduces us to Bocchan’s younger brother Walter, and…he’s a lot. First and foremost, he’s a bit of an arrogant prick, already measuring the…
Small History and Big History
History has two different and related types: small and big. Big history is what you learn in school. It’s the major events of the past: the American Revolution,…
To Understand Japanese History, Study China
One aspect of Japanology I’ve neglected so far is the role of China. I’ve only touched on it here and there throughout JP’s articles. But if you are…
To Understand Japanese History, Study China
One aspect of Japanology I’ve neglected so far is the role of China. I’ve only touched on it here and there throughout JP’s articles. But if you are…
Inu-Oh: A Japanese History Musical
Man, I really hate seeing adaptations of stuff before reading the source material. The phrase “the book is better than the film” cannot be truer in the anime…
Learning Japanese Through Subculture: A History
Whenever I go to classes, pubs, or restaurants, friends and classmates often asked me what kind of books I read. I would take out some bunko I’ve been…
The HIDDEN BEAUTY of Obanai Iguro!!
In today's video, let's take a look at a character who despite growing up with nothing, gained everything. This character displays a hidden beauty behind his cold exterior.…
The WORLD of Claymore: Regions and History EXPLAINED
Uncover the mysteries of the Claymore series's world, displayed in both the manga and the anime. Explore harsh landscapes, tragic history, and vibrant towns. Join us on an…
Beauty and Beast: The messy, complex women of Helter Skelter and Pink
Constantly, in pop culture, we see women being used as an accessory, a love interest, a mother, but in Okazaki’s world, women take the main stage and prove…
Beauty and the Feast Volume 7 Review
That's part of the fun of Beauty and the Feast, and Volume 7 delivers the exaggerated humor and even more delights in a heartwarming package.
Beauty and the Feast Volume 5 Review
Volume 5 of Beauty and the Feast may be a little light on Shuko drumming up recipes, but Yamato more than makes up for that here.
Beauty and the Beast Volume 4 Review
The battle to go to Koshien is about to begin, and Shuko wants to do all she can to help Yamato in this critical time. Making big enough…
Beauty and the Feast Volume 2 Review
Beauty and the Feast volume 2 follows the same basic path as volume 1 where Shuko makes food for her much younger neighbor, Shohei.
Beauty and the Feast Volume 1 Review
Beauty and the Feast is a story about turning a daily necessity into daily enjoyment involving a widow and a high school baseball player.
Beauty and the Feast Volume 8 Review
The shipteasing continues in Beauty and the Feast volume 8. But while previous escapades may have focused on Yamato’s bewilderment, now we are getting more evidence Yamato is…
Beauty and the Feast GN 4-6
Food is still centerstage as Shuko and Yamato become more forthcoming about their feelings for one another.
Beauty and the Feast Volume 9 Review
It’s the season of gifting here in Beauty and the Feast volume 9. First up, it’s Shuko’s birthday, then she receives a New Year’s gift from Yamato’s father,…
Beauty and the Feast Volume 6 Review
Volume 6 ends up being one of the most consistent volumes of Beauty and the Feast, being a solid read from start to finish.
Beauty and the Feast Volume 3 Review
Despite some issues, Beauty and the Feast continues to be a charming addition to the "food nurtures the soul" manga genre.
Beauty and the Feast GN 2 & 3
Even with a few missteps, these two volumes of Satomi U's gentle foodie manga continue to be a warm-hearted series about found family and the comforts of having…
Violet Evergarden – Emotional Discovery, the Weight of Trauma and the Beauty of Life
Violet Evergarden is an overall fantastic work. It has an odd beginning and a decently executed ending, but the best part of the series is by far its…
The History of the Seifuku
Seifuku are a staple design of anime. The instantly recognizable sailor school uniform is synonymous with anime girls in otaku's minds, but do you know the history?
Discover the Unparalleled Idol-Punk Fusion of Tsu Cool Japan
Experience an event that captures the rebellious spirit of punk with the contagious energy of Japan's idol culture.
Unforgettable: Kyushu by Local Train
In the spring of 2012, I took a trip around the island of Kyushu by train. The route was a massive loop hugging the coasts of the island,…
Why It Works: The Beauty and Excitement of Exploring New Art
I’ve got a big Why It Works piece this week, all about the benefits of expanding your artistic horizons. I feel like people often see this process as…
The Beauty of Swan Song at Dawn
Hey, so I've decided to start this new type of article called "The Beauty of-", where I break down something in anime that I found to be impactful…
The mysterious beauty of Reylia Slaby’s World
Reylia Slaby, born in Japan and well-known for the mysterious and otherworldly vistas that dominate her photography, is having her first solo exhibition from March 25th. A perfect…
The Beauty of Fire Emblem Three Houses
Fire Emblem Three Houses is a tactical role playing game released on July the 26th, 2019. It follows Byleth, the player avatar who works as a teacher at…