Author: Philippe Sun de Suna
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Giri and Ninjo: Between Duty and Emotion
Read more: Giri and Ninjo: Between Duty and EmotionHuman decisions are rarely shaped by a single force. Personal desires, emotional bonds and social responsibilities often pull people in different directions, creating situations…
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Purification and Sacred Rituals in Japan
Read more: Purification and Sacred Rituals in JapanIn Japan, rituals of purification are deeply connected with the relationship between human beings, nature and the sacred. Rather than representing a strict separation…
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Honne and Tatemae: The Balance Between Self and Society
Read more: Honne and Tatemae: The Balance Between Self and SocietyIn many cultures, honesty is often associated with expressing personal thoughts and feelings openly. Saying exactly what one thinks can be considered a sign…
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Woodworking Traditions
Read more: Woodworking TraditionsAmong Japan’s traditional crafts, woodworking represents one of the clearest examples of harmony between human skill and natural materials. For centuries, Japanese carpenters have…
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Nature as a Design Principle
Read more: Nature as a Design PrincipleThe relationship between nature and design is often described in terms of inspiration. Buildings imitate organic forms, products borrow colours from landscapes, and decorative…
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The Japanese Sense of Time
Read more: The Japanese Sense of TimeIn contemporary society, time is often measured through efficiency, speed and productivity. Schedules, deadlines and constant availability shape everyday life, creating the impression that…
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The Art of Japanese Calligraphy
Read more: The Art of Japanese CalligraphyFew artistic traditions reveal the Japanese relationship between movement, balance and impermanence as clearly as calligraphy. A single brushstroke can contain years of discipline,…