Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Arita ware
From Arita to Your Table: The Enduring Legacy of Gen-emon Kiln
Visit Gen-emon Kiln in Arita and learn in our interview how bold, hand-painted blue…
The Charm of Onsen: Japan’s Hot Springs
Explore Japan’s onsen culture, its deep ties to traditional crafts, and learn how these…
Travel Japan Through Tableware
Travel Japan through tableware this summer. Explore handcrafted pieces from Kyoto, Tokyo, Akita, and…
A Tea Table in Bloom: Arita Ware and Seasonal Sweets
Set the scene for tea time with Arita ware, kabazaiku, and Kyo ware, savoring…
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…
Visiting Arita City: The Past and Present of Kaiseki Tableware
Team Musubi went on a historical journey to learn about the main production area…
Shirata Ai
Preserving Heritage: The Art of Old Imari Replicas at Rinkuro Kiln
Rinkuro Kiln in Nagasaki prefecture specializes in Old Imari replicas, preserving a style first…
Shirata Ai
Festive Arita Ware for the Holiday Season
Add to the holiday cheer with festive Arita ware pieces featuring lucky motifs like…
Create a festive mood for your tea party with Arita ware!
Use your imagination to create a painting-like arrangement with the square plate by Arita…