Bridging Japanese Content and International Curiosity
Jarman International Core 50 member Swastika Harsh Jajoo will be featured in an upcoming episode of the BS TV Tokyo program “Watashi ga Nihon ni sumu riyu (Why I live in Japan)” scheduled for 9 p.m. on October 31 (Sat). Continue Reading
Jarman International submitted to the Times Gallery a photo of sword expert Paul Martin being presented the Order of the Scottish Samurai’s (OSS) Ambassador Award by Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado, which was subsequently published in the gallery’s July 2026 Continue Reading
Jarman International Core 50 member Melanie Brock was recently awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon, a high honor conferred by the government of Japan, for her contribution to strengthening economic relations between Japan and Continue Reading
In January 2026, a team of consultants from Jarman International, in partnership with JTB Hiroshima, visited Yamaguchi to learn about the traditional performing art of Sagiryu Kyogen from master Taro Yonemoto and discuss how it can be promoted to international Continue Reading
The Japan Travel Awards 2026 gave a Special Recognition Award under the Best Social Impact category to Fukushima Seaside, an initiative which counts Jarman International Core 50 member Swastika Harsh Jajoo among its staff. Fukushima Seaside promotes the revitalization of Continue Reading
The daily national newspaper, Sankei Shimbun, recently published an opinion piece about the meticulous craft of nihonto (traditionally-made Japanese swords) highlighting valuable insight from Paul Martin, a Jarman International Core 50 member and one of the world’s leading experts on Continue Reading
JI Core 50 member, Thomas Kruse and his partner, the renowned influencer, Etsuna (Etsuna’s IG), recently made a visit to Yonezawa City and participated in the local event, Zero Waste Walk. This is a monthly gathering in Yonezawa City that Continue Reading
Despite being the most populated city in the world with over 37 million people (as of 2022), facilities in Tokyo, all the way from restaurants to public toilets, somehow manage to stay clean. While it is easy to think it Continue Reading
“Every day is a journey, and the journey itself home.” This phrase is found in one of Japan’s most famous and beloved classical literature texts called “The Narrow Road to the Deep North”, which was written by legendary haiku poet, Continue Reading
In late October, one of our JI Core 50 members, Daniel Moore, visited Fukushima Prefecture to explore its unique culture, rich history, warm community, and breathtaking landscapes glowing with the energetic colors of autumn. From trying on traditional samurai gear Continue Reading