Every summer in Japan, colorful strips of paper flutter in the breeze, tied to bamboo branches that sway under the night sky. Each strip carries a handwritten wish. This is the heart of Tanabata (七夕, Star Festival), one of Japan’s most beloved seasonal celebrations. If you […]
Ever wished upon a star? Yes? I guess we all did at some point in life for sure! As you stroll the streets of Japan in the sweltering heat of the summer season, you happen to notice these amazing and beautifully coloured decorations hanging all around […]
