// Disciplines
Folklore Studies
6 topics
- Mineral & Stone Hobby
Do Stones Speak to Us?
'Do stones speak to us?' asks about the nature of the 'voice' or 'message' that humans perceive from inanimate minerals and stones. Scientif…
- Hot Springs
The Relationship Between Regional Culture and Hot Springs
The relationship between regional culture and hot springs refers to how hot springs are deeply intertwined with the history, climate, indust…
- Onsen
Does Onsen Memory Remain in the Body?
Does onsen memory remain in the body? This question goes beyond mere 'recollection' and asks how the body 'engraves' the experience of a pla…
- Hot Springs / Onsen
About the Memory of the Sky Seen from an Open-Air Bath
The memory of the sky seen from an open-air bath (rotenburo) asks why the night sky or dawn glow viewed while immersed in hot water remains …
- Hot Springs
On Whether to Believe in the Efficacy of Hot Springs
The 'efficacy of hot springs' refers to the bodily changes gained through bathing—relief from joint pain, improved circulation, skin improve…
- Onsen
About How the Quiet of Onsen Towns Deepens at Night
About how the quiet of onsen towns deepens at night. This question goes beyond the simple physical fact that 'night is quiet' and explores t…