autumn in Japan

Notes from My Life in Japan


The Secret Words Hidden in a Japanese Hanging Scroll

Uncover the hidden beauty and poetic messages in Japanese hanging scrolls (kakejiku). Learn how calligraphy transforms a tea room into a world of seasonal elegance and quiet hospitality.
Notes from My Life in Japan


🍎 Apple Crumble Memories from England

Every autumn, tart ruby-red apples bring back memories of England — and the apple crumble recipe inspired by my homestay days that still warms my heart.
Notes from My Life in Japan


Autumn Blossoms in My Vegetable Garden

A quiet autumn day in my vegetable garden, where cosmos flowers bloom beside the vegetables.
Butterflies and bees dance in the cool breeze — a small paradise that heals the heart.