Janet Hughen’s thoughts on KCP
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KCP alumna Janet Hughen, a returning student from the U.K., shared this insight with us about her time spent with KCP in Tokyo. KCP’s strengths…
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Ever-Faithful Hachikō
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A timeless tale of friendship and loyalty is that of Hachikō. In 1924, Hachikō became the pet of a man named Hidesaburo Oeno, a professor…
Read ArticleExploring Shikoku, Japan’s Smallest “Big” Island
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Of the four main islands that form Japan, Shikoku is the smallest. But it’s no less remarkable than its sisters. In fact, the island has…
Read ArticleKōdō: the Japanese Art of Incense Burning
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An unusual art form in Japan is kōdō (香道), the art of incense burning. The incense ceremony is deeply entwined with Japanese history. According to…
Read ArticleThe Art of Ukiyo-e: Japanese Wood Block Prints
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A remarkable art form in Japan is the ukiyo-e, the woodblock print or painting. The word “ukiyo-e” means “pictures of the floating world.” This floating world…
Read ArticleChagu Chagu Umako Festival: a Grand Horse Parade
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One of the more unique festivals in Japan is the Chagu Chagu Umako festival in Iwate Prefecture. It’s a parade of about a hundred horses…
Read ArticleImmerse Yourself in Chiyoda’s Museums
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If you ever pass through Chiyoda, one of Tokyo’s 23 special wards, make it a point to visit its museums. Aside from being the location of…
Read ArticleGet Lost in Japan’s Yokocho
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Yokocho means “alleyways to the side of the main street” in Japanese. It can also mean the shops, food stalls, and pubs found in these…
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