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Farming Good Fortune with Auspicious Animals
Discover Japan's lucky animals and their symbolism in traditional figurines that bring good fortune and protection.
MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Walk through a Samurai's Path of Tea
Team Musubi experienced the uniqueness of Japanese tea ceremonies at Komaba Warakuan, a chado school with samurai roots.
Making a Mark: What Are Goshuin?
Discover the deep meanings and history behind Goshuin, Japan's traditional temple stamps, and how you can get your own.
Visiting Toyama's Master Craftspeople: Two Potters and a Washi Artisan
Meet three master artisans from Toyama, Japan, as they share their crafts and traditions in a serene countryside setting.
No Knife, No Cuisine: All About Japanese Kitchen Knives
Explore our guide to Japanese kitchen knives. Learn about different types, their history, and their unique uses.
Toguri Museum of Art: Enchanted by the Beauty of Nabeshima and Kinrande
Explore the Toguri Museum, known for its beautiful collection of Hizen porcelain, including Imari and Nabeshima ware.
Understanding the Differences: Kimono vs Yukata
Learn about the unique roles of kimono and yukata in Japanese culture, their history, and their distinct differences.
A Guide to Traditional Japanese Performing Arts: Noh and Kabuki
Learn about Noh and Kabuki, Japan's traditional performing arts, with our guide on origins, tips, theaters and more.
What Is Ochugen? All about Japan’s Summer Gift Giving
Learn about ochugen, the Japanese tradition of midyear gift-giving. Explore its history, timing, and the perfect gifts.
Sunlit Geshi: Observing Japan's Summer Solstice
Learn about Geshi, the Japanese summer solstice, celebrated with rich cultural traditions and unique regional cuisines.
Summer’s Palette: The Radiant Beauty of Flowers
Learn about Japan's vibrant summer flowers, and how each type brings a unique charm, color, and fragrance to the season.
Explore the history and cultural significance of tatami mats, and how they help maintain ancient Japanese traditions.
Japanese Food Displays: What Makes It Look So Real
Learn about Japanese fake food replicas at Iwasaki Be-I, and how they perform the entire process from molding to shaping.
Voyages of Prosperity: The Kitamaebune Unveiled
Learn about kitamaebune, Edo-period merchant ships that sailed Japan's seas and inspired master artisan Kitamura Takashi.
Walking Through Okawachiyama: A Village of Secretive Pottery
Explore Okawachiyama, a pottery village famous for historic Imari Nabeshima ware, traditional kilns, and stunning scenery.
A Journey into the Heart of Kumiko Woodworking
Team Musubi learned more about kumiko a Japanese woodworking technique that uses no nails, at Ominato Bunkichi Shoten.
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