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Step Back in Time at Tokyo’s Oldest Dagashi Shop

Step Back in Time at Tokyo’s Oldest Dagashi Shop

Step Back in Time at Tokyo’s Oldest Dagashi Shop
Food / DiningCultureTravel

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
CultureTravel

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
Art / Craft

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
Food / Dining

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
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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
Art / Craft

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
Food / DiningTravel

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
Food / DiningLifestyle

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
Food / Dining

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
Food / Dining

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
Food / Dining

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
Art / Craft

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
Art / Craft

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
Food / Dining

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
CultureTravel

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
Food / Dining

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.