Ikigai

Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese term for "a reason for being." In Kyoto, Japan, there is an abundance of quiet moments that make life feel more worthwhile.

The Edge of Morning and Night

A look at the vibrant urban landscape of Tokyo, including moments at the famed Tsukiji fish market. The city shares a similar spirit to New York City, in that it feels as though it never sleeps.

Alexa WrightTokyo, Japan
Shrine to the Hand

In Kyoto, the old capital of Japan, tradition and culture were born and cultivated. The Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts houses a stunning collection of treasures, featuring hand-painted kimonos, lacquer boxes, and intricate sculptures. The furniture and fixtures within the museum are works of art themselves.

Alexa WrightKyoto, Japan
Nara Park

Nara Park, established in 1880 in Japan, is home to over 1,200 freely roaming sika deer. In Shinto, deer are considered to be sacred messengers of the gods. They can be found pensively resting or deviously looking for deer crackers in your pockets.

Alexa WrightNara, Japan