#japanese calligraphy

“Iki” is a Japanese aesthetic ideal. It refers to subtle elegance and sophistication.

One of the aspects of iki is caring about the sensibilities of others. What you wear should make others feel comfortable, and wearing stylish clothing is a way of respecting those around you.

This doesn’t mean that you can’t wear what you want, but neither does it mean that you can’t think about how your appearance affects others. Iki is somewhere in between. 

Like many celebrations across the world, fireworks often play a part in Japanese festivities. In Japan, they are most commonly associated with the summer festival. I chose to write this word tonight because it’s Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes’ Night) here in my home country of the UK.

Remember, remember, the 5th of November

Gunpowder, treason and plot

I see no reason why gunpowder, treason

Should ever be forgot.

Have a fun November 5th :)