It happened to everyone to find untranslatable words and discover that every language has words with a certain meaning without correspondence. Let's see together some of these Japanese words!

If we think of typical Japanese furniture, we immediately think of an iron teapot, also known as Nambu ironware.

We can come back to love each other in compliance with the rules with the TANABATA aperitivo at TENOHA Milano! Summer has already begun and what better way to start again than by celebrating the Japanese Star Festival?

As we already know, Japan is a land of trends that come and go, but the recent Animal Crossing phenomenon has involved the whole world, and we're not just talking about the gaming one.

We can come back to love each other in compliance with the rules with the TANABATA aperitivo at TENOHA Milano! Summer has already begun and what better way to start again than by celebrating the Japanese Star Festival?

Monde, a famous Japanese designer recreates special dioramas for our libraries. First of all, what is a diorama? A diorama is the reduced-scale reproduction of scenography that recreates different settings. The diorama is also called plastic, but it…

Japan has rich and varied traditions, one of the most famous of which is the one linked to lucky charms or amulets. In fact, o-mamori (お守り) are easy to find and just go to any temple to buy them. But what exactly are they and how are they……

TENOHA Milano is back stronger than ever and with an enormous desire to start again and we are doing it great together with TENOHA Milano and its BRUNCH!

"Have a break, have a Kit Kat" was the famous slogan of the world's most famous snack commercial. However, staying on simple chocolate after a few years is almost "boring". That's why the Japanese have invented several new flavors and associations…

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, at the moment it is impossible to travel to Japan, however nothing prevents us from dreaming but above all planning our next trip! Let's start by telling you about some particular places that you should absolutely…

From June 26th to July 4th tune in to the Far East Film Festival for its 22nd edition and enjoy a sneak preview of the best Asian films.

Traveling is still impossible, so today we share with you how it is possible to discover Japan, its lands, and its customs through some films.

Although things are starting to get better here in Italy, we continue our section on things to do in quarantine, and today we share with you how to build a mini Akihabara.

In the absence of things to do during the lockdown, today we share a new idea with you: create an edible zen garden in your kitchen!

It's time to start again and we can do it in the best way together with TENOHA &| TASTE and TENOHA &| RAMEN special Take Away and delivery menu.

Phase two here in Italy has started but traveling is still impossible, so let's continue our section on things to do in quarantine, and today we talk about how to visit the museums of Japan, virtually.

You can draw or simply love manga to dedicate a good part of the day to them? Registration opens for the 14th Japan International Manga Award!

Japan and Italy have always been linked by many things, the love for art and fashion is one of them, hence the new collaboration of Mame Kurogouchi with TOD's.

In the absence of things to do during the lockdown, today we share a new idea with you: create an edible zen garden in your kitchen!

In the absence of things to do during the lockdown, today we share a new idea with you: create an edible zen garden in your kitchen!

A few months ago we launched the column "An Italian in Japan" where we interview our compatriots in the land of the Rising Sun. Today we present Michela Figliola, a very Italian girl who lives and works in Japan!

Forget about the sea view, now the "cat view" is what matters. Since last December in Japan there is a brand new capsule hotel that offers an extra: cats!

The coronavirus pandemic and lockdown continue all over the world, but today we share with you the classics of Kabuki theater available online to spend time in quarantine.

We continue with our practical guides about Tokyo and today we talk about the Japanese railway system, one of the most efficient in the world, and the jewel of this system: the shinkansen.

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to show you which are the best places to have breakfast in Tokyo! So here is a small list of our favorite places.

Meet Quaran, the official Japanese quarantine mascot! That's right, once again Japan has decided to give us an important message while maintaining a smile.

March 24, 2020, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has announced that he has reached an agreement with the International Olympic Committee to postpone the Tokyo Olympics to next summer at the latest.

Our special feature series, "Japan Italy Bridge Interviews" is back with an interview with designer Shito Hisayo who will be talking about the concept behind her brand AAPPARÉ!

In the last weeks, the world has changed, and these days when we are forced to stay home, our very intimate relationship with Netflix has become even closer. In fact, this is the moment when you can take advantage of all the new Japanese shows on…

Our feature 『Bringing Japan to Italy』 is back with episode number 10 dedicated to Hoshitaro Asada, who works at the Sogen sakagura in Ishikawa in Japan.

It's Kiiro Week time at TENOHA Milano! In fact, the Hinamatsuri (雛祭り), also known as the Doll Festival or Girls' festival, is celebrated in Japan and also at TENOHA Milano.

The future of Japan is the Fukushima Mirai Challenge, the desire to start again, to rebuild and be reborn starting from TENOHA Milano.

There is a new appointment not to be missed in the city: the new Japanese Beauty routine with KEIKO at &| SHOP in TENOHA Milano!

The future of Japan is the Fukushima Mirai Challenge, the desire to start again, to rebuild and be reborn starting from TENOHA Milano.

HAKKEN SHINSHU, a special Valentine's Day in TENOHA Milano in collaboration with PRIME MEAT, an amazing Wagyu experience.

A completely renovated and particular house with Tougei! On the table, you can show the most beautiful, fun and special cutlery!

In February there is a special menu that the great chef Sawayama proposes at TENOHA Milan. Curry and rice, amberjack carpaccio and much more!

We are all a little tired of the usual stationery gifts, it's time to change to the stationery brand directly from Japan: Replug!

JAPAN DENIM, a unique and unprecedented collection, arrives at TENOHA MILANO! A brand entirely dedicated to denim directly from Japan.

The Takeda Design Project of the Takeda company is a total innovation in the world of metals and how they can be used in everyday life, directly from the prefecture of Niigata.

Japan and Italy are getting closer and the exhibition "Under the sky and above the earth" by Hidetoshi Nagasawa at the Royal Palace of Naples is proof of this.

Feeling the Japanese tradition and living it in our days, this is MANAKA. A brand that uses traditional technologies for the present day, so that posterity can also have the honor of experiencing the history of Japan.

With the departure of the lunar new year, the Setsubun arrives from TENOHA Milan to purify the previous year and chases away the evil spirits of the new year.

There is something new in the city, the Onigiri aperitivo at TENOHA Milano! A new appointment not to miss for those who want a different aperitif, for those who want to have fun together with friends, Now every Thursday evening you know where to go!

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to show you which are the best places to have breakfast in Tokyo! So here is a small list of our favorite places.

B-Side Label, the most famous stickers in the world, have arrived at TENOHA MILANO!

Are you ready to experience TOKYO TESHIGOTO in TENOHA MILANO with a special traditional and modern event?

B-Side Label, the most famous stickers in the world, have arrived at TENOHA MILANO!

Still today, after two centuries, Japan "contaminates" us with its elegance and its mystery, we are talking about the "Japonism" exhibition available at Palazzo Rovella, Rovigo.

Who of you remembers the TENOHA MILANO Hakken Menu? The most successful dishes of HAKKEN Menu 1 and 2 are back. Ready to taste them all?

2020 is finally here and like every year, Japan has elected the “Kanji of the year” and for 2019 the choice was very logical.

In Japan, for New Year's Eve they eat very special dishes such as Osechi Ryori and we celebrate it at TENOHA MILANO with an exclusive menu.

2020 is around the corner and so are the Tokyo Olympics and the G-Satellite has just been completed! But what are we talking about?

A whole generation has been affected by these pocket monsters called Pokémon and now you can find them at Yoshinoya in Japan! But how is that possible?

Let's continue our journey between Japan and Italy with another exhibition dedicated to Japan at MUDEC: Impressioni d'Oriente "Arte e collezionismo tra Europa e Giappone".

Toraya, one of the most famous and traditional pastry shops, founded in Kyoto 5 centuries ago comes from TENOHA MILANO with a fantastic workshop and pop up store.

Italy and Japan, at the MUDEC Museum of Cultures in Milan an exhibition on the first contacts of the two nations "When Japan discovered Italy".

Toraya, one of the most famous and traditional pastry shops, founded in Kyoto 5 centuries ago comes from TENOHA MILANO with a fantastic workshop and pop up store.

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to tell you which are the best places to stay in Tokyo! Here is our little journey through the various districts of the city.

In this new episode of our special guides, we want to show you where, how and what to buy in Tokyo! So here is our little trip to the Tokyo shopping world!

The Hakken menu continues at TENOHA MILANO but this time we are talking about sake!

TENOHA MILANO has decided to give you another great opportunity! Every day of December, you can try a new HAKKEN menu and she is the protagonist, the much-vaunted and desired Wagyu meat, in particular, the beef sirloin [KAGOSHIMA GRADE A5].

Toraya, one of the most famous and traditional pastry shops, founded in Kyoto 5 centuries ago comes from TENOHA MILANO with a fantastic workshop and pop up store.

A very special aperitif at TENOHA Milano on November 22nd and 23rd, it's Music Week time! We also want to celebrate the Music Week together, so the special TENOHA Milano aperitif will be accompanied by the music of Elsa Martignoni.

Together with the Cultural Association Giappone in Italia, TENOHA Milano presents the new fantastic book by Alberto Moro: “Il mio Giappone”. It will not be a simple presentation but a real trip to Japan, as TENOHA Milano has accustomed you to, so we…

Together with the Cultural Association Giappone in Italia, TENOHA Milano presents the new fantastic book by Alberto Moro: “Il mio Giappone”. It will not be a simple presentation but a real trip to Japan, as TENOHA Milano has accustomed you to, so we…

Winter and cold have arrived together with the new KOTO • KOTO aperitif at TENOHA Milano. Not only can we warm ourselves, but also have fun with a new aperitif formula! Have you ever heard about it?

Toraya, one of the most famous and traditional pastry shops, founded in Kyoto 5 centuries ago comes from TENOHA MILANO with a fantastic workshop and pop up store.

Our journey to Japan continues! TENOHA Milano offers us a new wonder with the Hakken Menu!

TENOHA MILANO takes you again to the land of the rising sun and this time we are dealing with sake.

The events dedicated to Japan continue on the Italian territory, today we move to the Venice Biennale with Cosmo-Eggs, an exhibition open to the public until November 24, 2019.

The new film festival starts again from Tenoha Milan, this time dedicated to "A family affair". Three films not to be missed!

Toraya, one of the most famous and traditional pastry shops, founded in Kyoto 5 centuries ago comes from TENOHA MILANO with a fantastic workshop and pop up store.

Tokyo, with its 23 districts, is the largest megalopolis in the world. Today we share with you a quick travel guide not to miss anything on your first trip.

When the cold season begins, there are those who are happy and others who are a little less, but surely everyone is happy to spend pleasant moments at TENOHA MILANO in the company of a dish suitable for the cold season, the NABE. Finally arrived…

Do you know Masking Colors? It is a very special Japanese paint: it can be removed and applied again to another area. Surely it is something fun for both adults and children, who can use it without problems, being water-based.

Have you ever heard of SHIBORI? TENOHA Milano has once again decided to amaze us and give us an even more unique occasion.

The solitude of the nebulae is the set of galaxies. And what is the highest representation of the Galaxy? Woman, of course. For this reason, at the special aperitif Nori • Nori on Thursday, TENOHA will have the opportunity to tell the public about…

Here we are again to explore new horizons of our trip to Japan! TENOHA Milano offers us new surprises with the 5th and 6th steps of the Hakken Menu!

Many travelers ask us for advice on what to see, what not to miss, and we don't want to disappoint them! We will try to list 9 must-see cities, 9 essential stages to get back home with unforgettable memories.

What does O-Tsukimi (お月見) mean? Something magical: "to admire the full moon". TENOHA Milano celebrates the arrival of autumn in a special way, with a weekend dedicated to the typical flavors of this festival.

Japan manages to maintain impeccable behavior within its borders, which is why it is essential to know what is possible or should be done and not done in Japan.

Japan manages to maintain impeccable behavior within its borders, which is why it is essential to know what is possible or should be done and not done in Japan.

During the Milan Green Week, TENOHA Milano offers us another great event. Throughout the weekend of 28 and 29 September, we are waiting for you to celebrate nature with a special aperitif!

Let's go on with our culinary journey through the prefectures of Japan together with TENOHA Milan and move on to the 3rd and 4th step, with two special recipes from the Hakken menu. This time we travel to Osaka and Tokyo!

We are back with another installment of our series "Japan Italy Bridge Interviews"! This time, we had the pleasure of interviewing the amazing Kenta Kambara, a wheelchair dancer from Japan, and Nobuyuki Arai, video director.

A great new initiative to spend special evenings: TENOHA CINEMA – AMERICA & JAPAN. Starting September 22nd, TENOHA Milano is offering a film review for all fans of Japan.

Japan has always had an important artistic history and many Western artists have taken inspiration from the culture of the Rising Sun, not least Van Gogh. As evidence of this, today we are talking about "Van Gogh and Japan" an exclusive documentary…

A few months ago, in conjunction with the Novegro comics festival, we had the opportunity to interview Codice Bianco. For this ninth episode of 『Bringing Japan to Italy』, the artist specializing in sculptures and origami speaks to our……

This time TENOHA invites you to another special appointment, one of those you can't miss. A weekend entirely dedicated to one of the most famous spirits in the world: Gin.

Holidays are over and with the reopening of TENOHA it is possible to taste the new menu starting today! Following the success of the first Hakken menu session, TENOHA accompanies you on another exciting journey through Japan's prefectures.

In conjunction with the release of his book "Lost Japan", Alex Kerr held a conference at the Palazzo Reale in Milan.

A few months ago, in conjunction with the Novegro comics festival, we had the opportunity to interview Yoko Takada

Not only TENOHA, but also TENOHA Ramen has special aperitifs that you can't miss! Before dinner, here they are two new aperitifs waiting for you!

Here we are again with the Thursdays aperitivo at TENOHA! Don't miss the exclusive Nori Nori aperitif with the last Arte su Marte before the holidays!

Alex Kerr, writer, orientalist and author of the book "The beauty of Secret Japan" held a special conference on Thursday 11 July at 18.30 at the Palazzo Reale in Milan.

Tanabata or The Festival of the Stars, a special celebration that you can find only in Japan. But pay attention! TENOHA once again makes you a great gift: to experience Japan without taking the plane, so get ready!

For all the TV series addicted that lately are going through a crisis of abandonment for the latest Game of Thrones series, "Age of Samurai: Battle for Japan" is on its way.

Another special ARTE SU MARTE x TENOHA Milano event that will tell us the essence of contemporary Japan through a new episode of LIVE ART PERFORMANCE.

Are you ready for a day dedicated to yoga, fitness and healthy food? Don't miss the new appointment of TENOHA &|YOGA. Sunday, June 30th our yoga influencers Martina Rando and Martina Sergi will carefully explain what Mens Sana in Corpore Sano means.

TENOHA Milano in collaboration with Asahi super dry gives us a great surprise. A special evening, the super requested Nori Nori aperitif and the most famous Japanese beer in Italy!

On June 9th, we had the pleasure of participating in the "Festa de Giappone". Organized by our friends from Giappone in Italia at the Circolo Magnolia in Milan, the event was a real success!

Together with the very famous Nori • Nori aperitif, TENOHA has another great surprise on Thursday 13 June: a Live art performance by THE ONIGIRI ART!

A few months ago, in conjunction with the Japan Matsuri in Bellinzona, we had the opportunity to interview one of the very few Awa Odori dance troupe: Takarabune!

Together with the very famous Nori • Nori aperitif, TENOHA has another great surprise on Thursday 13 June: a Live art performance by THE ONIGIRI ART!

Two relaxing and refreshing Flow Yoga sessions in the TENOHA event space together with the teacher OKI SATOKO for one day dedicated to a healthy lifestyle.

On June 9, 2019, at the Circolo Magnolia located at Parco Idroscalo, an entire day dedicated to Japanese culture will be held in occasion of the "Festa del Giappone" organized by Giappone in Italia cultural association.

If you haven't tried it yet, we recommend you to pass by TENOHA & Ramen, a small corner dedicated to this typical Japanese dish. However, given the coming summer, if you prefer something fresher, do not despair, the POKE' DON have arrived.

TENOHA & | Taste gives you the opportunity to learn about the delicacies that are only available for a limited period of time, from May to August. Don't miss this opportunity and taste the new HAKKEN Menu!

Another special event is waiting for you at TENOHA this Thursday, May 23 from 6 pm, along with an aperitif that you can't miss.

A few months ago we launched the column "An Italian in Japan" where we interview our compatriots in the land of the Rising Sun. Today we present Michela Figliola, a very Italian girl who lives and works in Japan!

The Far East Film Festival 21 ended with exorbitant numbers and Japan Italy Bridge attended as a media and we were able to witness an aggregation of people, including film buffs, experts, enthusiasts, journalists who were not afraid of the rain and…

On the occasion of the Far East Film Festival, we had the honor and pleasure of being able to interview Takeuchi Hideki, director of "Fly me to the Saitama" (翔んで埼玉 - Tonde Saitama), presented in Italy during the festival for its European……

During the Milan Design Week we had the pleasure of attending a very special exhibition and also the pleasure of interviewing two Japanese artists, Sachiko Hiroiuchi, designer at RIADO space design, and Ayumi Shima, designer of fabrics directly from…

Spring is here and the Golden Week celebration is upon Japan. This is a significant point in time for the people of Japan, but it is especially so for the LGBT community residing there because it is when this year’s edition of Tokyo Rainbow Pride…

There is a very special event from April 26 to May 4, we are talking about the Far East Film Festival, an event dedicated to Asian cinema that will fill the city of Udine and the Teatro Nuovo "Giovanni da Udine".

After the huge success of the first episode dedicated to Alberto Moro, today we share with you our talk with Masami Suda, character designer of many animes such as Hokuto no Ken (Kenshiro), dr Slump & Arale, and many others!

We are pleased to kick-off our initiative, “Japan Italy Bridge interviews”, which introduces one-of-a-kind Japanese companies to the world, with a special interview with the CEO of Gerbera Design Inc., Takahiro Sato.Gerbera Design Inc. is the…

The Milano Design Week is about to start and today we want to share with you a special collaboration between the Japanese design studio Nendo and TENOHA Milano.

We are pleased to kick-off our initiative, “Japan Italy Bridge interviews”, which introduces one-of-a-kind Japanese companies to the world, with a special interview with the CEO of Gerbera Design Inc., Takahiro Sato.Gerbera Design Inc. is the…

The friendship between Japan and Italy is getting closer and closer as the years go by. Today we are happy to present you an event that brings together our countries even more: Japan 4 L'Aquila. A weekend full of cultural events to promote…

Here we are with the first episode of our new series『Bringing Japan to Italy』dedicated to Alberto Moro, Giappone in Italia Association's President. With this first video, we are launching our new series dedicated to all those people that promot the…

The brotherhood between Italy and Japan in recent years has become increasingly close and supportive. It is not rare to find our compatriots wishing to move to the land of the Rising Sun, but few succeed in realizing this dream. Today we want to…

The fascinating world of Ukiyo-e on show in Bologna. After the exhibitions in Rome and Milan, the initiatives launched in 2016 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Italy-Japan bilateral relations continue in Bologna with the wonderful exhibition of…

Following its presentation in Milan, SPINDLE has continued making its way through countries all over the world, and on this occasion, they are back in Japan, presenting at the 2018 Asia Digital Asset & Blockchain Congress.

Spindle lands in Italy, the largest Japanese ICO that aims to democratize investments in cryptocurrency. Here's the video of the presentation of SPINDLE, the first Japanese ICO platform that was created to connect users and crypto hedge funds…

On June 4th,SPINDLE the first Japanese ICO platform, created to connect users and crypto hedge funds with fairness and transparency through Blockchain technology, was presented in Milan. Here's the report and all official photos from the event.

Together with TMP Group, Japan Italy Bridge is organizing a dedicated event in Milan on June 4th for the presentation of SPINDLE. SPINDLE is the first match-making platform for private users and cryptocurrency funds, allowing everyone access to…

In the heart of Milan there is a small corner of Japan. Inaugurated on April 4th, Tenoha, the new Japanese concept store, opens its doors in via Vigevano 18! For all fans of the Japanese minimal design, this is the new absolute mecca.

Connections between Italy and Japan are steadily increasing, and a recent proof of this bond is an exhibition dedicated to the ukiyo-e master Utagawa Kuniyoshi, on display at the Museo della Permanente in Milan. Utagawa Kuniyoshi was born on January…

This week we will talk about the artist who just this year represented the Japanese pavilion at the Venice Biennale: Takahiro Iwasaki. Takahiro Iwasaki was born and grew up in Hiroshima, where he attended University obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in…

An interesting exhibition just closed at the Japanese Cultural Institute in Rome: BOOM | BEAT | BUBBLE by Marcella Cossu. The exhibition, that began on May 4 and ended on October 12, dealt with prints, a typical Japanese art that started with the…

The restaurant, tea room and bookshop Doozo, that in Japanese means ‘you are welcome’, is a place where you can spend your free time in a dimension of exchange, growth and comparison between two cultures that are distant from one another: the…

Katsushika Hokusai (葛 飾 北 斎?, Edo, October or November 1760 - Edo, May 10, 1849) was a Japanese painter and engraver, mainly known for his ukiyo-e works. This is an art genre typical of Japan and it consists of a print on paper with wooden mold,…

Ōki Izumi, a sculptor born in Tokyo, Japan, studied literature, painting and sculpture with Aiko Miyawaki, Taku Iwasaki and Yoshishige Saito. In 1997 she won a scholarship from the Italian government and in 1981 she graduated at the Brera Academy…

Italy is recognized as one of the most beautiful and appreciated countries of the world not only thanks to its beautiful landscapes, but mainly for the profound cultural riches that our country offers. From June 16, 2017, in Pisa, is taking place an…

Se questa estate vi trovate a Tokyo vogliamo consigliarvi un meraviglioso spettacolo che da 43 anni a questa parte allieta gli abitanti di Edogawa (quartiere speciale di Tokyo che prende nome dal fiume Edo). L’Edogawa Fireworks Festival si svolge…