Discover the meaning of Chōyō no Sekku, Japan’s Chrysanthemum Festival on September 9. Rooted in samurai values and seasonal wisdom, it invites reflection on longevity, resilience, and the beauty of life’s fleeting seasons.

Discover Rei, the samurai virtue of respect, rooted in dignity and mindfulness. From Japanese etiquette to Bushido wisdom, learn how practicing Rei fosters harmony, trust, and quiet strength in today’s world.

Explore Jin, the Bushido virtue of benevolence, through the lives of Dr. James K. Okubo and Dr. Toshio Inahara. Their courage, compassion, and quiet strength reveal that true samurai spirit lies not in power, but in the will to heal and uplift others.