Japan, a country renowned for its technological advancements and cultural richness, grapples with an ever-growing challenge: insomnia. As the demands of modern life escalate, so do sleepless nights for many Japanese citizens. Studies reveal that Japan has the highest prevalence of insomnia ...

Kenjutsu, a traditional form of Japanese martial art, could be the missing piece on your weight loss journey. This article will guide you through how to lose weight with Kenjutsu while reaping the numerous additional benefits it offers. Ready to lose weight with an oriental martial art? Then ...

With the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and volleyball now underway, we thought we’d also take a quick look back at some of the highlights of indoor and beach volleyball at the Olympic Games over the years. Check out Olympic Volleyball: Top 5 Amazing, Historic Moments You've Got to See! 1. Indoor Volleyball ...

Reiki is a technique that focuses on energy to help the individual heal, relax and reduce stress. It's a spiritual, vibrational technique that aims to bring balance to the human body. You can get a healing treatment from a professional, or you can practice Reiki regularly to see the effects on ...

Lotus seeds or lotus nuts come from the Nelumbo nucifera, a herbaceous perennial species of plant. They are also known as 'makhana' in India. Lotus flowers, roots and seeds have been held in high regard in the cultures of India, China and Japan for centuries. Its seeds are used in Asian cuisine and ...

Familiar with the term Reiki? You might have come across it, in movies or in wellness publications perhaps. It’s an energy healing process and people who face certain 'energy blockages' appreciate having Reiki because it improves the flow of energy in their body. It’s not doctors who perform this ...

You can eat a well-balanced diet, exercise regularly, stay hydrated, and sleep eight hours every night, but if you’re always restless and stressed, your health will suffer in the long run. Starting a mentally stimulating hobby can help improve your holistic well-being by providing you a healthy ...

Edible seaweed is algae, a term used for a diverse group of aquatic plant life. Most edible seaweed is marine algae whereas most freshwater algae are toxic. If you're a lover of Japanese food you may be well acquainted with seaweed, if not you may have noticed packets of dried seaweed in your local ...

Tabata training was first invented in 1996 by Dr. Izumi Tabata, in Tokyo Japan, after his research concluded that shorter intervals of high intensity training were more beneficial than training for sixty minutes at a moderate pace. However it can be used for other fitness goals as well including ...

Seitan (pronounced, “say-tan”) is a high protein food, usually made from wheat flour, spelt flour, khorasan wheat or gluten. It's made by washing flour dough with water until it leaves a sticky mass (gluten) that is then cooked. Seitan or wheat gluten originated in China as an ingredient for ...