Fascinating Hanazume Gifts for Your Friends and Colleagues
Kutani ware is celebrated for its vibrant and intricate designs. Its distinctive colors, termed Kutani "Gosai" (five colors), comprising red, yello...
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Kutani ware is celebrated for its vibrant and intricate designs. Its distinctive colors, termed Kutani "Gosai" (five colors), comprising red, yello...
Read more"Blue and White" has fascinated us with its elegant balance of two beautiful shades, the indigo-cobalt blue gracefully enhanced by the exquisite pe...
Read moreDesserts and small appetizers give a lot of joy especially when we see them beautifully presented on charming plates. Japanese sweets are not an ex...
Read moreIn our ongoing exploration of Japanese tableware, we have had the privilege of interviewing skilled artisans from various kilns, who are profession...
Read moreFinally after several days of committed plum work, here is the time to enjoy the fruits of our labor!We tried tasting Umeboshi (pickled plums), hon...
Read moreEven for those who have navigated the rich tapestry of Japanese gastronomy, journeying from casual beef-bowl joints to high-end restaurants serving...
Read moreOne day in July, it was a hot day that easily exceeded 30°C (86°F) from the early morning. It took about two and a half hours from Tokyo to reach Y...
Read moreThis is a memory from my elementary school days, on the day of the school sports festival. Every summer's end, the school would organize a sports f...
Read moreIf you have ever chanced upon a cheery and chubby round doll colored in red and white at a store or a restaurant, you've likely already made the ac...
Read moreMany may be well-acquainted with Japan's mesmerizing four seasons and the beautiful aesthetics they inspire. And the grace of each season is imbued...
Read moreFor many travelers descending upon Japan from afar, "the Japan Folk Crafts Museum" (Nihon Mingeikan) may not immediately top the list of art museum...
Read moreHandmade cuisine ware is a manifestation of the spirit and culture of nature, life and the sympathetic emotion of artisans who speak little themsel...
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