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Craft, Culture, and Curiosity
There isn’t anything richer in value than craft. To me, the word “craft” speaks of expertise, time, heritage, and dedication. As an embroidery artist, my dream is twofold. It is to pursue my craft and share with others its rich history. I started doing embroidery with very little guidance. I was taught some basic stitches and told to explore. When I moved to Kanazawa, Japan, I had the privilege to participate in a small embroidery class that taught the traditional embroidery of the region, Kaga Nui. In the lessons, I was introduced to the rules of the technique. And like many things in Japan's culture, there was a proper way to do everything. It was the total opposite of how I was taught. After I finished the introductory course, I was told that my future work would not be Kaga Nui. They went on to explained that I needed to complete the full training to claim to be a Kaga Nui artist. This class opened my eyes to the depth of the world of embroidery. And, the pride artists take in their craft.
By Julia Windom5 years ago in Wander
How are hot springs in Japan different?
Speaking of the country of hot springs, the first thing that comes to mind is definitely Japan, not only because there are so many hot springs, but also because the use of hot springs has also formed a unique hot spring culture earlier.
By William Moore5 years ago in Wander
Best Experiences During Vivid Sydney in 2021
Vivid Sydney is an annual festival that takes place in Australia. It is a festival of Lights, Music and Ideas. People from all over come to take part and celebrate this amazing and unique event. This festival includes outdoor light installations and projections, music performances by local and international artists, and a forum where people exchange ideas and conduct discussions and debates.
By Harley Leon5 years ago in Wander
Encounter Perak, Malaysia, which is full of food and attractions, and you will fall in love with this city!
Perak, located in the northern and central regions of Peninsular Malaysia, is one of the 13 states in Malaysia. There are two quaint towns here, one is called Ipoh and the other is called Taiping. As a city where modernity and tradition meet, these two places have world-famous authentic cuisine, majestic natural attractions, and architectural landmarks that have survived for centuries. They are one of your must-visit city choices!
By William Tucker5 years ago in Wander
How to Choose the Perfect Maldives Resort
While there aren’t many destinations around the world you can enjoy holidays at present due to the pandemic, you do get some that provide safe and fun-filled getaways; the Maldives is just such a place where relaxation, romance and adventure await! The country has many private island resorts so deciding which one is right for you can be a daunting task; here are some insights and things to look for when making your selection.
By Pavithra Jinadasa5 years ago in Wander
4 Ways to Overcome Language Barriers While Travelling
It's easy to romanticise a trip when arranging one. We think of delectable meals in France, breath-taking landscape in Greece, Peruvian heritage, and all-night dance celebrations in Colombia. From afar, the next trip destination appears to be enticing and enjoyable — an experience that will take us away from the monotony of everyday life. In the weeks preceding up to departure, many of us extol the virtues of our holiday spots, oblivious to the numerous challenges that travel entails. One such example is language obstacles. Arriving in a new country and navigating it may be scary, especially if the native tongue is not your own.
By Manoj Upadhyay5 years ago in Wander
CANOEING FOREVER
Despite the recent mass appeal of stand-up paddleboarding, the overtaking of the ocean kayak, and the temptation of luxury yacht sailing, nothing can or will replace our love affair with the canoe. A symbol of our heritage, most born-and bred Canadians hold at least one fond memory of canoeing in their brain bank.
By Dandelionclub5 years ago in Wander
10 Things I Am Looking Forward to About Living in Japan (And 10 Things I Am Not)
Last year during quarantine, I got a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate. The reason I was so interested in teaching English to non-native speakers--apart from the obvious facts that linguistics is fun to me, and I like to help other people--was to travel and explore new cultures.
By Jennifer Childers5 years ago in Wander
