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Japanese Otsumami: Easy Karaage Recipe & Izakaya Bites
Enjoy a night in with otsumami, classic izakaya bar bites like yakitori and pickles,…
Japan’s Traditional Sparklers: The Behind-the-Scenes Story
Discover the quiet beauty of Japan’s traditional sparklers, senko-hanabi, handheld fireworks.
Ito Ryo
Guide to Japanese Teaware
Discover essential Japanese teaware and create a serene, meaningful tea ritual rooted in tradition.
What Is Ukiyo-e? A Look into Japan’s Iconic Woodblock Print Art
Explore the beauty of ukiyo-e, from Edo-era art history to home goods inspired by…
Street Eats & Summer Beats: Your Guide to Japan’s Festival Yatai
Explore Japan’s summer festivals through yatai, vibrant food stalls serving takoyaki, kakigori, and more…
Guide to Japanese Fans
Explore the history, design, and cultural meaning behind Japanese fans, icons of tradition, performance,…
7 Lucky Japanese Patterns
Discover eight traditional Japanese patterns that are used in kimonos, crafts, and more, plus…
A Modern Tokyo Family’s Life in a Traditional Japanese House
Learn how a Tokyo family transformed a 100-year-old kominka into a modern and traditional…
Ito Ryo
12 Japanese Lucky Charms and Their Meanings
Uncover the meanings of 12 Japanese lucky charms and discover gifts that celebrate the…
Inside Chashitsu: The Japanese Tea Room
Discover the essence of the Japanese tea room, where silence, design, and ritual create…
How Ramen Bowl Design Works: Exhibition Visit
Explore the “Art of the RAMEN Bowl” exhibit and discover how design and culture…
The Surprising History of Yoshoku: Japanese Western Food
Explore 5 yoshoku dishes that reinvented Western food with a twist of Japanese flair…
Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity
Discover the artistry of "Zen gardens," where nature, philosophy, and tradition shape spaces for…
Ito Ryo
The Art of Keinen Bika: How Japanese Crafts Age Gracefully
Discover keinen bika, how Japanese crafts like ceramics and lacquerware grow more beautiful with…
Ito Ryo
Guide to Japanese Kabuto Samurai Helmet Ornaments
Learn about kabuto samurai helmet ornaments, symbols of strength, artistry, and Japanese decor rooted…
The Surprising History of the Japanese Kitchen
Discover how Japanese kitchens evolved from ancient hearths to sleek modern spaces over thousands…
Admiring the Beauty of Floral Art at Sannomaru Shozokan
Discover floral masterpieces at Sannomaru Shozokan's "Hyakka Hiraku," showcasing art treasured by Japan's Imperial…
The Secret Behind the Beauty of the Japanese Sword
Young swordsmiths in Kyoto revive Japanese katana-making. Discover their craft, tradition, and bold new…
Ito Ryo
The Art of Kodo: Exploring Japanese Incense Culture at Juttoku
Experience the meditative world of Japanese incense at Juttoku., where scent, history, and craftsmanship…
Japanese Strawberries: the Herald of Spring
From Amaou to rare white varieties, learn about Japan’s strawberries, their history, cultivation, and…
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…
Plum Blossom Hanami: A Trip to Ikegami Plum Park
Team Musubi goes to Tokyo’s Ikegami Plum Park to experience breathtaking scenery, history, and…
Rebecca Menasché
The Fascinating World of Japanese Vending Machines
Team Musubi visited Pippon! to learn more about Japan’s unique vending machines, their history,…
Art Exhibition Guide: “Scenes with Flower Containers”
Japanese flower containers, from tea ceremony traditions to modern art, take center stage at…