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Woods Used in Traditional Japanese Crafts
Learn about Japan's finest woods, with insights on their unique properties and many uses in Japanese traditional crafts.
In Japan, the eto (the Japanese zodiac) for the coming year becomes a topic of conversation at the end of the year. Illustrations and photographs of the 12 animals appear on New Year’s cards and ca...
About “Rokkoyo” Japanese Six Ancient Kilns
History of the Japanese ceramic industry has carried for a long time dating back as far as B.C. While at times learning techniques from the continent, it has developed its own unique style and aest...
Celebrating A Japanese New Year
The most festive time of the year in Japan! New Year is a time filled with happy moments spent with family and friends, along with wishes of happiness, health and prosperity for the coming year. Th...
Interview With An Artist: Rokusuke Tsuda - Kaga Mizuhiki
"Kaga Mizuhiki" was the first three-dimensional mizuhiki craft in Japan, which had previously been used for flat items such as betrothal gifts and special envelopes for monetary gifts. The founder,...
The Chopsticks Musubi Kiln Staff Hold Dear
The first piece of tableware that comes to your mind that you can't understand until you actually use it is probably chopsticks. At first glance, you may feel that they are all alike because their ...
Taking a peek at cups used by Musubi Kiln's office staff!
Most of the products we carry at MUSUBI KILN are available in our office. We use them for photo shoots, for actual meals, and sometimes each of us takes them home to try them out. Tableware is stil...
An Autumn Excursion with Japanese Tableware
Japanese tableware recommended for picnics, camping, and for other outdoor activities The cool autumn breeze is pleasant. On a fine day, MUSUBI KILN staff went to a temple near our office that is ...
The process of lacquer coating is roughly divided into three different processes; base coating, middle coating and then applying the finishing coat. The base coating works as the filler coat. Lacqu...
Introducing Kawaii Tableware to Your Home
Looking for some “kawaii” items for your home? From traditional style Japanese tableware to items with a more contemporary touch, Musubi Kiln has a wide variety of items to cater to your shopping n...
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