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Thriving Between Different Cultures: The World of Tibetan Writers
Tibetan literature spread rapidly around the world in the 2010s. When White Crane, Lend Me Your Wings: A Tibetan Tale of Love and War was published in Japan in 2020, the book went into reprint in just two months. We explore the appeal of Tibetan literature with researcher Izumi Hoshi. -
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Why the World Can’t Have Enough of Norwegian Product Design
A limited edition book turi showcasing the work of Turi Gramstad Oliver, a prominent figure in Nordic design, was released. The book includes works inspired by Japanese artists, who led the Mingei movement, and Japanese culture. -
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Norwegian Picture Books: A Thought-Provoking Read on Diversity and Social Issues for Grownups
This year’s Nobel Prize in Literature went to a Norwegian playwright, sparking interest in Norwegian books in Japan. Join us in exploring Norwegian picture books with translator Junko Aoki and writer Gro Dahle. -
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South Korean Fermentation Traditions: Insights into Their Delightful Dishes and Taste for Handcrafting, Differing from Japan
As a member of the Korean diaspora community, Kim Suehyang researches Korean food culture and explores the fascinating history of fermented foods on the Korean peninsula through her lens. She encountered the food culture carefully passed down through generations, rooted in the wisdom of the Korean people. -
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Uncovering Food Culture in South Korea: Solo Dining and the Art of Living
Junko Ito, a Japanese journalist who has lived in Korea for over 30 years, talks about the similarities and differences between Japanese and Korean food culture. She also explores solo life, travel, and the way of life on the move in Korea. -
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K-book Store in Tokyo: Chekccori Is a Sanctuary Celebrating South Korean Literature
South Korean literature is increasingly popular amid the fourth wave of the Hallyu boom. Kim Seung-bok, who founded Cuon, a publishing company specializing in South Korean content, possesses a wide range of literary works. -
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Exploring the History of Japanese Americans in Portland with Jana Iwasaki, a Fourth-Generation Japanese American
Portland, Oregon, once had a Japantown, where many Nikkei lived. We trace the past and present of Japanese Americans with Jana Iwasaki, a board member of the Japanese American Museum of Oregon. -
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Portland-based Vegan Japanese Restaurant Obon Shokudo is All About Feeling Good
Obon Shokudo is about bringing comfort to the mind and bodies of the customers. Posing questions about what we take for granted about food, the owners are changing the way we think of and enjoy food. -
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The Magic of Portland’s Jorinji Miso: Bringing Happiness and Health Through Miso
Jorinji Miso values cooperation over competition. The way they live and cherish bonds with others is reflected in the way they make miso, combining traditional Japanese methods with innovation and diversity. -
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Showcasing Japanese Craftsmanship: “KOBO at Higo” Carries on the Legacy of Japantown, Once the Largest in North America
Through interviews with people of Japanese heritage working in the creative industries, this series explores the state of contemporary Japan as well as its past. -
