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A Perfect Spring Day Trip to Odawara Castle
Experience one of Japan’s most iconic hanami spots with a spring day trip to Odawara Castle.

A Clear Choice: Setting the Table with Glassware
Set your summer table aglow with Hirota Glass's Edo Kiriko glassware, from faceted plates to jewel-toned sake sets.

Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity
Discover the artistry of "Zen gardens," where nature, philosophy, and tradition shape spaces for reflection and peace.

The Art of Keinen Bika: How Japanese Crafts Age Gracefully
Discover keinen bika, how Japanese crafts like ceramics and lacquerware grow more beautiful with time, wear, and care.

Celebrate May with nature-inspired Japanese tableware to create a warm, refreshing feast rich in tradition and design.

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi Toshitaka
Learn about Satomi Toshitaka, a Mikawachi ware craftsman whose passion and refined brushwork carry centuries of tradition.

Best Wedding Gifts: 11 Traditional Japanese Items to Delight Every Couple
Authentic Japanese wedding gifts like chopsticks, tea cups, and sake sets are perfect for imparting heartfelt wishes.

Charmed Over with Blue and White
Enjoy a serene tea moment with Singama’s blue-and-white porcelain, featuring sakura and camellia designs.

Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji
Step inside a Tsukiji workshop to see how Edo-style fu is handmade and why this humble vegan food deserves a second look.

10 Thoughtful Gifts for Mother's Day
Explore 10 heartfelt Japanese gifts for Mother’s Day, from teaware to decor, crafted to show your love.

Clay Pot Delights for Children's Day
Celebrate Children’s Day with a festive seasonal dishes and playful plates set around a chrysanthemum donabe.

Cherry Blossom Gifts to Brighten Your Spring
Cherish the fleeting charm of sakura with gifts that bring Japan’s springtime poetry into daily life.

Guide to Japanese Kabuto Samurai Helmet Ornaments
Learn about kabuto samurai helmet ornaments, symbols of strength, artistry, and Japanese decor rooted in tradition.

Discover Japanese gifts that carry heartfelt wishes for a child’s future, symbolizing luck, growth, and joy.

The Surprising History of the Japanese Kitchen
Discover how Japanese kitchens evolved from ancient hearths to sleek modern spaces over thousands of years.