East Asia Stories
Eastern wisdom, traditional culture, modern Asian perspectives
Stories in this category (7)
The Rainbow Bridge
By Emma Chen
A young girl discovers that rainbows are magical bridges connecting children from around the world, teaching her about friendship and cultural connections.
The Cloud Painter
By Yuki Tanaka
A young Japanese boy discovers his unique artistic gift - the ability to paint clouds in the sky, learning that true art is meant to be shared with everyone.
The Way of Tea
By Yuki Tanaka
A restless Tokyo teenager discovers mindfulness and beauty through learning the Japanese tea ceremony from a patient master.
The House That Remembered
By Min-Jun Kim
A Korean-American girl visiting her grandmother's traditional hanok discovers family history through the house's architecture and design.
The Hutong's Heart
By Yuki Tanaka
In a traditional Beijing hutong neighborhood facing demolition, residents come together to preserve their community's spirit.
Sakura Season
By Yuki Tanaka
A child learns about mono no aware—the beauty of transience—during cherry blossom season in Japan.