What is beauty to the people of Japan? It’s all about appreciating the small things and finding beauty in them.

Since ancient times, the people of Japan could sense the seasons changing, and have celebrated their arrivals.

Seeds grow into plants, the plants grow buds, the buds bloom into flowers, and the flowers wilt and fall to the ground. But for the Japanese, this isn’t the end. We still appreciate the leaves for their deep but fleeting beauty. Why do the Japanese find beauty in all things, though?

By sharing some beautiful Japanese words, we hope to explore the special way beauty is seen in Japan.