Ryan's Blog

In the summer of 2023, I received a grant from Carleton College to visit Japan and learn about ukiyo-e art and Japanese music.

I used this as an opportunity to learn the Python web development framework Django and built this blog from scratch.

Ukiyo-e Music

Latest Posts

Theoretical Thesis Regarding Ukiyo-e and Manga
Ukiyo-e
Theoretical Thesis Regarding Ukiyo-e and Manga

Just like ukiyo-e, manga is an art that adapts to the fleeting moments and pleasures in life.

Last Updated: Jan. 5, 2024, 3:43 a.m.
National Theater Traditional Music Performance
Music
National Theater Traditional Music Performance

Today I saw traditional performances at the National Theater of Tokyo and visited the Machida Art Museum of graphic design.

Last Updated: Sept. 15, 2023, 1:23 p.m.
My Koto Lesson
Music
My Koto Lesson

Yesterday, I had a lesson on the traditional Japanese instrument known as the koto, a thirteen string instrument that came to Japan from China in the 8th century.

Last Updated: Sept. 3, 2023, 2:36 p.m.