Ah, Brain Pickings, you rarely disappoint. Maria Popova has uncovered another cultural gem relevant to the storytelling discussion here at Jawbone.tv. This time, it's Hitotoki, "an online literary project collecting stories of singular experiences tied to locations in cities worldwide."

"The Japanese word Hitotoki connotes any brief, singular stretch of time. It’s roughly translated as “moment” and is comprised of two components: hito, “one,” and toki, “time.” Which perfectly captures the project’s ephemeral yet timeless quality as an anthology of vibes ... [it] spans six cultural epicenters — Tokyo, New York, London, Paris, Shanghai, and our hometown of Sofia."

Read the full article here at BrainPickings.org or visit www.hitotoki.org.