In Japanese tradition, 'wabi' evokes a simple and humble beauty, while 'sabi' celebrates the grace that arises from the passage of time. Developed by the tea master Sen no Rikyū (1522-1591), the ...

Wabi-Sabi is a philosophy, and a way of life that is rooted in Japanese aesthetics. The principles of Wabi-Sabi are all about embracing flaws, imperfections, appreciating the natural cycle of life ...

S prawled inside Japan’s Myokian Temple, two tatami mats and some rustic Raku pots tell the tale of a man who infamously illustrated the concept of “Wabi-sabi” about 434 years ago. This man ...

Ancient Japanese techniques offer effective ways to reduce stress and promote well-being. Practices like Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), Ikigai (finding purpose), Zazen (seated meditation), Wabi-sabi ...

Wabi-sabi gardening embraces nature’s imperfections, encouraging a relaxed, organic look that’s both beautiful and low-maintenance. This style favors natural materials and native plants ...

Together, Wabi-Sabi inspires a perspective that values the imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete, teaching us to find meaning and elegance in life's fleeting and unpolished moments.

Before & After: There’s a Hidden Meadow at the Heart of This Wabi-Sabi D.C. Home. After spending several years in Tokyo, a family revamps an American Foursquare with a fresh floor plan, ...