By Mako Mimoto Nestled in the forest, Ouma Shrine is a natural wooden shrine resembling a small house. It stands…
Jung Mung: A Japanese Pioneer Traveling the United States
By Yamato The sweat of effort flows and bears fruit. Children inspired by the spirit of the historical figure John…
Tabigeinin: Summer in Kochi with Naruko Ringing Out
By Yuma The sounds of Naruko and music can be heard from afar as university students practice YOSAKOI dance in…
Kankyo-no-mori Kochi: Leading the Fight Against Beach Pollution
By Sota Matsukura When you visit the beach, you might encounter a distressing sight: the once pristine sea has become…
Waste Oil Soap: A Sustainable Solution from Shimanto, Kochi
By Shotaro Ogawa The powerful hands stirring the bucket moved with a steady rhythm, exuding the aura of a skilled…
Kengo Kuma’s Wooden Architecture in Yusuhara, Kochi: A Timeless Inspiration
By Yamamoto Minako “Ganbare, ganbare,” a little 3-year-old says to his friends, using the typical Japanese words of encouragement. They…
Kochi’s Sunday Market: Tsukemono, Tradition, and the Battle for Culinary Heritage
By Usumoto Rio On this typical Sunday, the bustling street market in Kochi has come alive, drawing both tourists and…
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