⛩️Welcome to ‘Shitsurae’⛩️

I’m Takahiro Mitsui, a writer, lecturer on Japanese culture, and private guide to mythological sites, engaged in a wide range of creative activities.

I have traveled across Japan to independently research its culture, history—particularly ancient history such as the Jomon and Yayoi periods—mythology, and folklore. Additionally, I have deep expertise in Japan’s unique philosophies, including Shinto, Zen, and Confucianism. I also have a strong interest in Japanese cinema, particularly films from the late 1930s to the 1960s.

This Substack was created in response to the voices of many Western travelers who, after visiting Japan, wanted to continue learning deeply about the country but found a lack of suitable content. My goal is to rebrand Japan, writing daily for ambitious readers who seek to deepen their understanding of the country and use that knowledge as a source of enrichment in their lives.

Through Shitsurae, I hope to provide deep insights that enrich your understanding and contribute to your life in a meaningful way.

🌸Next Plan🌸

Dear subscribers, thank you sincerely for your ongoing support. Having achieved our initial goals sooner than anticipated, we are now moving forward to the next phase.

We will continue to publish articles almost daily as before, but we’ll increase the proportion of paid content to guide readers toward a deeper understanding of Japan, while reducing free articles. Most of our future content will be paid, so please consider subscribing to our Paid Plan.

Your support directly funds our original research and investigations, helping us create the world’s highest-quality gateway to understanding Japan.

🧘Takahiro Mitsui🧘

Born in Osaka in 1991. He has a deep interest in the origins of Japan and its people, pursuing independent research outside academic institutions. He travels extensively across Japan, exploring mythology, history, culture, customs, spiritual beliefs, and festivals.

He also studies Shinto and Confucianism, delving into the roots of Japanese spirituality. Additionally, he is passionate about the history of Japanese cinema, particularly films from the late 1930s through the 1960s.

Contact: contact@shitsurae-japan.com