The Next 80 Years: What Japan’s Postwar Path Can Teach Us
Exploring Japan’s postwar “two miracles,” this essay shows how Bushidō — the spirit of dignity, restraint, and responsibility — shaped survival after 1945 and why it remains a vital compass for humanity’s next eighty years.
Why Japan’s Asura Looks Sad, Not Fierce
Discover the mystery of Nara’s Asura statue. Once a wrathful war god, in Japan it became a sorrowful figure of compassion and command, revealing a profound philosophy of leadership.
Resonance, Not Control: A Japanese Path to the Future
Discover how Japanese traditions—from waka and shirasu to Bushidō—reveal resonance, not control, as the key to sustaining human dignity and shaping the future.
“They Are Poor, But Noble”: Paul Claudel’s Encounter with Japan
French diplomat and poet Paul Claudel (1868–1955) praised Japan as “poor, but noble.” His encounters, from the Great Kantō Earthquake to his writings, reveal timeless lessons on dignity and civilization.
Law as Resonance: Beyond Punishment and Suspicion
A personal encounter near the Imperial Palace shows how Japan’s public safety rests on trust and resonance, not fear. A story of law, culture, and harmony.
When Companions Resonate: Why Japanese Anime Captivates the World
Discover how Demon Slayer illustrates the Japanese principle of resonance. Beyond its battles, the anime reveals a vision of harmony where diverse companions stand together against domination.
When Small Ripples Reach the Shore: Stories of Hansen’s Disease and Hope
The purple ribbon of World Leprosy Day symbolizes dignity, compassion, and the power of resonance. Discover how Japan’s response to Hansen’s disease created ripples of hope that still reach distant shores.
The Power of Cooperation: A Lesson from Japan’s Past
Discover the seventeenth-century story of the Chikugo River, where five leaders and villagers united to build a great irrigation system. A timeless lesson in cooperation, responsibility, and community.
Wa and Musubi: A Japanese Answer to Division
（和と結び──分断への日本的回答） In a world divided by conflict, Japan offers a different vision: Wa (harmony) and Musubi (bi […]
Akiko: A Love Stronger Than Death
（あきこ──死を超えた愛） In the summer of 1944, on a remote battlefield at La-meng, love blossomed between a blinded Jap […]