Nature’s poetics in the art of Filipino artist Geraldine Javier
Deeply committed to environmental issues, Javier is moved by the urgency of the global crisis. Rich in natural elements, her work explores religious, ecological, political, and…
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Maki-e artisan from Kyoto preserves traditional lacquerware craft
Maki-e is a technique in which gold powder and other materials are sprinkled on this lacquered surface to create patterns and designs as if manipulating light and dark in an…
Japan’s Fukuoka to Create ‘City of Culture, Art’ Through Renovation of Museums
Fukuoka plans to build an underground art museum in the Tenjin area and begin a large-scale renovation of the city museum, which houses a national treasure called the gold seal.
Bang Kachao: A cyclist’s haven and nature escape near Bangkok
Cycling is one of the most popular activities in Bang Kachao, with bike rentals widely available near Bang Nam Phueng Nok Pier. Full-day rentals start at approximately 50 THB,…
Anime meets tradition in Beijing’s first Animation Comic Carnival
The carnival, held from January 31 to February 2 at the Capital International Exhibition Center of China in Beijing, brought together cosplayers and anime enthusiasts to celebrate…
Sister act: A baking tradition in Penang that brings family together
This year, the sisters produced more than 1,000 jars of kuih kapit and about 30 jars of kuih ros, a remarkable achievement for the dedicated group. They spend at least six hours…
24 solar terms: 9 things you may not know about the start of spring
Start of Spring lifts the curtain of spring. After that everything turns green and full of vigor; people clearly see that the daytime is becoming longer and the weather is…
Malaysian Hokkiens gear up for the Jade Emperor’s birthday
It is a common sight to see stalks of sugarcane line the pavements here, while some are seen sticking out of car windows ahead of the Jade Emperor’s birthday. Many in the…
Saraswati puja: Worshipping for knowledge and wisdom
Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of learning and knowledge. On this day, many children begin their formal education by writing the first letter of the Nepali alphabet on the walls…
Baby face obsession: Why Koreans strive to look younger
In South Korea, conversations with strangers traditionally begin by sharing one's age, which helps determine the proper use of honorifics, an important aspect of Korean language,…