What Japanese pronouns say about our view of the world

A magazine I wrote about in my book is back in the spotlight

When writer Hiroko Yoda's mother died, she found herself unmoored. They'd argued a fair bit over the years — as daughters and their mothers can — some things were unresolved. So now what? She found he...

Hiroko Yoda and Japanese Approaches to Life

The difficulties of discussing Japanese spirituality in English

A guest post by Hiroko Yoda.

A guest post by Hiroko Yoda.

What it means to send stories into the world

What does “being Japanese” really mean?

How Japanese spirituality sheds light on American faith

Following her mother’s death, a writer turns to Japan’s spiritual traditions to find healing and connection.

Cherries are more than trees. They're living poems.

Tourists transforming tradition on the streets of Tokyo

Tourists transforming tradition on the streets of Tokyo

YouTube video by Seek Sustainable Japan | JJWalsh

YouTube video by Seek Sustainable Japan | JJWalsh

高市首相の大勝利で，日本のポップカルチャーはどうなるだろう？

An unexpected surprise on a trip to Hawaii

Wisdom for Inspiration and Healing from the Heart of Japan

As you make your resolutions and start off 2026, you may be looking for a way to improve your life.

A Japanese cultural historian shares a path to joyful living drawn from her nation’s unique approach to spirituality and nature, offering a “fascinating” (Wintering author Katherine May)...

5/5: If you are interested in learning more about the Japanese culture, I highly recommend Hiroko Yoda's 8 Million Ways to Happiness. Hiroko's inviting non-Japanese people into the Japanese culture. ...

A Japanese cultural historian shares a path to joyful living drawn from her nation’s unique approach to spirituality and nature, offering a “fascinating” (Wintering author Katherine May)...

Some thoughts on recording my audiobook

YouTube video by Beth Bonness

A personal update, and a close call with WHAM!

...and had a great time!