Paolo Aristide Onnis

Paolo Aristide Onnis is the writer behind Tsukushi’s articles, blending academic insight with lived experience.

Fascinated by Japanese and Chinese art, folklore, and language since childhood, he pursued Asian and Far Eastern Studies at Rome University, specializing in culture, art, and linguistics.

With over 20 years in Asia, divided between China and Japan, Paolo has cultivated a deep connection to traditional craftsmanship and cultural storytelling.

Now living in Kusatsu, Shiga Prefecture, he writes to share the quiet beauty and enduring values of Japanese artistry with readers around the world.