Ichinose Imoco, Washi Takaya
From Japan, I share small and quiet cultural stories often missed in guidebooks. Washi paper, handwritten letters, and the subtle emotions hidden inside Japanese culture. This podcast is not only about information. It is about atmosphere, texture, and human connection. Through simple English and personal stories, I hope to create a small doorway into Japan. I also introduce cultural places and experiences that overseas visitors can enjoy in Japan. [Etsy Shop] https://letterwriterfmjapan.etsy.com [Instagram] https://www.instagram.com/washi_takaya/ [note] https://note.com/washi_takaya
This story continues from the previous episode.Ayumi-san realized that theater could express the emotions and feelings of people involved in making washi.One particular comment made her see this possibility.Through research with artists, she began to feel something very strongly herself.And …
This story continues from the previous episode.Ayumi-san realized that theater could express the emotions and feelings of people involved in making washi.One particular comment made her see this …
This story continues from the previous episode.On the Peace Boat, Ayumi-san explored different ways to communicate the horrors of war.Through that experience, she discovered how a particular form …
This episode introduces Hamada Ayumi-san , one of the people behind Washi+.Why did she start creating theater around washi?Growing up in Kochi, Ayumi-san saw changes taking place in …
A letter can hold more than just words.In this episode, I talk about a letter I received as a child, and why I still keep almost every letter …
Sometimes, we don't fully understand a gift until many years later.In this final part, I share how one quiet moment in Washington became part of my journey with …
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