Abstract

SuzuBlog is a minimalist, high-performance blog system inspired by Japanese aesthetics, built with Next.js.



SuzuBlog, named after the Japanese word 鈴 (suzu, meaning "bell" 🎐), is a minimalist, high-performance blog system inspired by Japanese aesthetics, built with Next.js. The project emphasizes delivering a calm, visually clean, and efficient reading experience with lightweight content management powered by Markdown and YAML.

πŸš€ Live Demo | πŸ“š Documentation | πŸ”§ GitHub Repo

1 Background

After years of frustration with the maintenance, security risks, and performance issues of other frameworks (such as Hexo, Jekyll, Typecho, WordPress), I decided to create Suzu Blog using Next.js. It is simple, efficient, and highly customizable, designed for anyone looking to build a modern blog quickly.

2 Project Overview

SuzuBlog strives to combine aesthetic simplicity with technical excellence, creating a platform tailored for personal and professional bloggers who value both form and function. Inspired by elements of traditional Japanese design, the blog offers:

  • πŸš€ Next.js Powered – Supports ISR & SSG for lightning-fast performance.
  • πŸ“„ Markdown Support – Code highlighting with copy button, LaTeX rendering, optimized images, and elegant styling.
  • πŸ” SEO Ready – Auto-generates sitemap, Open Graph, Twitter Cards, and more.
  • 🌍 Multi-Language – Supports English, Chinese, Japanese, and more via config.yml.
  • πŸ“Ί Anime List – Fetch & display anime info from AniList API.
  • πŸŒ“ Dark Mode – Adapts to system preferences seamlessly.
  • πŸ“’ RSS Feed – Auto-generated RSS for easy content distribution.
  • β™Ώ Accessibility First – Semantic HTML, ARIA support, WCAG-compliant colors.

SuzuBlog is crafted to be a platform that grows alongside its users, balancing simplicity with flexibility. Feedback from early users will play a crucial role in shaping the evolution of this project. 🌸