Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Tantalizing Tofu Menus of the Past
Explore tofu’s culinary past with recipes from the Edo-period cookbook, Tofu Hyakuchin, with dishes…
A Refreshing Summer Kappo Dining Experience with Celadon
Enter the world of celadon, a timeless and serene shade that gracefully shifts from…
Summer Vitality: Unagi Rice in a Donabe Pot
Learn how to set the table for one of Japan's summer favorites, grilled unagi…
Kaiseki-Style Hospitality with Kutani Sometsuke
Host guests with unparalleled grace using top-tier dinnerware that enhances your table's charm and…
An Illuminating Summer Tea with Lantern Plants
Create a serene summer tea setting inspired by Asakusa's Hozuki Market, featuring exquisite floral…
Culinary Fusion on Turquoise Shigaraki Plates
Enjoy a tablescape that masterfully blends the unique creativity of Japanese craftsmanship with the…
Midsummer Blue: A Table Set with Kyoto Vegetables
Kyoto's produce, celebrated for its rich flavors and distinct shapes, brings a touch of…
Afternoon Tea with Matcha Fragrance
Red and black lacquerware bento boxes, sleek Mino ware plates, and Edo glass cups…
Wagashi Day with Nabeshima Celadon
Celebrate Wagashi Day with Japanese sweets on Hataman Touen's pale blue celadon ceramics, blending…
Summer's Charm: Dining in Hydrangea Colors
Embracing the serene beauty of the rain, each element is thoughtfully chosen to reflect…
Refreshing Tea Time: Cherry Desserts with Edo Kiriko Cut Glass
Create a refined tea time with Edo Kiriko glass tumblers and glossy lacquerware tableware.
Embracing Early Summer with Bamboo Shoot Donabe Rice
As the warmth of May ushers in, tables are adorned with fresh seasonal vegetables,…
Finding An Hour's Peace in Roppongi with Japanese Sake
Join us for a sake experience at Hasegawa Eiga, where flavors are paired with…
Jubako Joys Under the Sakura Canopy
The black and red lacquer of Jubako bento boxes complimented the pink cherry blossoms,…
Savor Yudofu in a Traditional Nambu Ironware Pot
A classic Japanese delicacy that can be enjoyed at home and easily prepared is…
Sake Elegance: The Dance of Celadon on Gold
Elevate a sake pairing with our table setting idea, featuring celadon tableware by Hataman…
Tea Tasting in a Soft Spring Atmosphere
Spend a spring afternoon trying different kinds of Japanese tea, featuring pastel floral tea…
Springtime Noodles: A Soba Tray of Joy
Authenticity infuses our setting, with handcrafted soba trays bringing an extra layer of joy…
5 Simple Steps in This Japanese Recipe: Sweet and Spicy Tofu Bowl
Try your hand at the Sweet and Spicy Tofu Bowl from culinary expert Hasegawa…
Japanese Comfort Food in 2 Steps: Tuna and Tomato with Sesame Oil
This seriously simple and delicious 2-step recipe from chef Hasegawa Akari will quickly become…
The Spirit of Chado Unboxed: The Perfect Matcha Tea Setting
Create your very own matcha sanctuary at home with the ambiance that captures the…
Chirashi on Sometsuke
The beauty of Seto ware porcelain is showcased in our table setting, featuring a…
A Fusion Feast of Tofu and Bizen Ware in an Age-Old Homestead
Team Musubi visited a centuries-old farmhouse — now a restaurant serving delicious tofu dishes…
Luxury Luncheon: Celebrating Good Fortune in Style
Learn how to set your table for a celebration with auspicious items that bring…