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Welcome a Joyful New Year with Lucky Japanese Plants
Celebrate the New Year with Japan's cherished plant symbols. Pine, bamboo, plum, and more bring good luck and well wishes.
Oseibo: A Reflection of Gratitude in Japan's End-of-Year Gift-Giving Tradition
Explore oseibo, Japan’s end-of-year tradition of gift-giving. Explore its origins, meaning, and tips for presents.
Eat Like Your Favorite Ghibli Characters
Recreate iconic Studio Ghibli meals, from Satsuki’s bento to Ponyo’s ramen, and bring the magic of their animated dishes to life with Japanese tableware.
Make Your Own Luck: Creating Shimekazari with Team Musubi
Craft your own Japanese shimekazari wreath for the new year with DIY tips and style inspiration from Team Musubi.
Farming Good Fortune with Auspicious Animals
Discover Japan's lucky animals and their symbolism in traditional figurines that bring good fortune and protection.
Matcha: A Beginners Guide to Japanese Green Tea
Discover matcha’s history, health benefits, and how to prepare it. Learn how to enjoy this vibrant green tea at home.
For Everything There is a Season: Japan’s Solar Terms
Learn about Japan’s 24 solar terms, nijushi-sekki, that reveal the subtle seasonal changes beyond the four seasons.
Aesthetics of Japanese Traditional Colors
Explore Japan's traditional colors, from fiery red to serene blue, rooted in nature and centuries of craftsmanship.
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.
What Is the Meaning of Animals Painted on Japanese Tableware?
Discover the symbolism of animal motifs in Japanese tableware, and how they reflect seasons, convey well-wishes, and more.
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.
Fall for Ginkgo: Golden Leaves and Tasty Treats
Discover the beauty of Japan's golden ginkgo trees, from their iconic fan-shaped leaves to tasty seasonal roasted nuts.
Purr-fectly Curated: 8 Intriguing Insights about Cats in Japan
Discover eight fascinating facts about cats in Japan, from their role in Edo art to their presence in Studio Ghibli films.
Japanese Motifs with Fall Inspiration
Discover Japanese fall motifs and items inspired by autumn’s beauty, featuring maple leaves, chrysanthemums, and more.
Autumn's Embrace: The Warm Hues of Japan's Fall Flowers
Embrace Japanese autumn with the warm hues of osmanthus, chrysanthemums, and spider lilies, and learn about their meaning.
Kawasaki Daishi Furin-Ichi: Exploring 800 Types of Japanese Wind Chimes
Explore over 800 Japanese wind chimes at the Kawasaki Daishi Furin Festival, a celebration of Japan's summer tradition.
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