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Step Back in Time at Tokyo’s Oldest Dagashi Shop
Visit Kamikawaguchiya and experience 240 years of history through nostalgic penny-shaped candies and timeless charm.

Plum Blossom Hanami: A Trip to Ikegami Plum Park
Team Musubi goes to Tokyo’s Ikegami Plum Park to experience breathtaking scenery, history, and blooming plum blossoms.

Healing and Harmony: The Charm of Nakamura Toshito
Explore the story behind Nakamura Toshito's ceramic paintings, with his latest work embodying nature's quiet tranquility.

Steeped in Elegance: A Refined Tea Affair
Celebrate spring with Arita ware and lacquerware, pastel hues, and seasonal sweets for a refined and serene tea gathering.

Otayori: A New Seasonal Companion from Musubi Lab
A new seasonal magazine from Musubi Lab, Otayori shares stories of Japanese craftsmanship, traditions, and mindful living.

Dobuchi Yoshiaki: Decoding the Secrets of Yohen Tenmoku
Uncover the mystery of Yohen Tenmoku, a lost ceramic art of cosmic beauty, revived by Dobuchi Yoshiaki.

Homemade Miso: Crafting Japan’s Signature Fermented Seasoning
Explore the history of miso, the role of koji, and the process of making homemade miso using traditional methods.

How to Snap Beautiful Food & Tableware Photos with Your Phone
Capture stunning food & tableware photos with your phone with these simple tips to master lighting, angles, framing.

A Tea Table in Bloom: Arita Ware and Seasonal Sweets
Set the scene for tea time with Arita ware, kabazaiku, and Kyo ware, savoring seasonal sweets and timeless craftsmanship.

A Joyful Spring Table with Vibrant Sauce Plates
Create a vibrant spring table with Kutani sauce plates, Mino and Bizen ware, tatami placemats, and seasonal flavors.

The Wild Taste of Spring: Japan’s Bitter Mountain Vegetables
Learn about Japan’s spring sansai—wild mountain vegetables with a deep-rooted history in Japanese cuisine.

The Enigmatic Science of Japanese Climbing Kilns
Enter the fiery heart of noborigama, stepped kilns where flames and ash forge ceramics in a fusion of art and science.

The Legacy of the 14th Generation Master at Le Sanpei Kiln
At Le Sanpei Kiln, 14th-generation master Kanagae Sanbei keeps Arita ware’s traditions alive with a rare climbing kiln.

The Marvels of Japanese Mamezara Miniature Plates
Discover Japanese mamezara, tiny plates perfect for snacks or decor. Elegant and versatile, they add charm to any table.

The Fascinating World of Japanese Vending Machines
Team Musubi visited Pippon! to learn more about Japan’s unique vending machines, their history, and innovative new uses.

A Fresh Table of Spring Delights
Celebrate spring with a vibrant table setting featuring Tobe ware’s robust charm and Shigaraki ware’s timeless elegance.