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The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?

The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?

The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?
Food / DiningCulture

The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?

Discover the unique meals of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Japan's iconic Edo period leader and inspiration for Shogun’s Toranaga.

Beauty Secrets of Ume and Sakura: Discover at Japanese Cosmetic Museum
CultureTravel

Beauty Secrets of Ume and Sakura: Discover at Japanese Cosmetic Museum

We visit the Beni Museum, named after the brilliant red hue made of safflower.

A Sweet Journey into Matcha Treats
Food / DiningCulture

A Sweet Journey into Matcha Treats

Discover matcha's sweet side with traditional and modern Japanese confections.

10 Cherry-picked Facts to Wow Your Blossom Buddies
LifestyleCulture

10 Cherry-picked Facts to Wow Your Blossom Buddies

Dazzle your friends with your cherry blossom knowledge with these 10 facts about sakura.

Precious Jewels: Tokyo's Exquisite Lacquerware Collection
CultureArt / CraftTravel

Precious Jewels: Tokyo's Exquisite Lacquerware Collection

We take a walk through the history of lacquerware at the Sen-oku Hakukokan Museum Tokyo in Roppongi.

Thanks, Mom: Gift Ideas for Mother's Day
LifestyleCulture

Thanks, Mom: Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

This gift guide can help you find the perfect handcrafted Japanese presents for Mother's Day.

Beauty Blossoming—Japan’s Cherry Trees
Culture

Beauty Blossoming—Japan’s Cherry Trees

Novelist Michael Pronko muses on Japan's sakura season and the crowds of people who love them too.

Meet Konamon, the Japanese Take on Flour-Based Foods
Food / DiningCulture

Meet Konamon, the Japanese Take on Flour-Based Foods

Get a taste of a delicious genre of Japanese cuisine, konamon, which includes okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and more!

Elegance Reimagined: The Rimpa Legacy Through MUSUBI KILN's Collections
CultureArt / Craft

Elegance Reimagined: The Rimpa Legacy Through MUSUBI KILN's Collections

Take a journey through our selection of Rimpa tableware, known for its use of color and natural motifs.

Cracking Open the Wonderful World of Japan’s Tamago Cuisine
Food / DiningCulture

Cracking Open the Wonderful World of Japan’s Tamago Cuisine

From sushi spot classic tamagoyaki to the world-famous tamago kake gohan (TKG), learn the stories behind popular Japanese egg dishes.

Spring’s Messenger: The Colorful Palette of Early Blooms
LifestyleCulture

Spring’s Messenger: The Colorful Palette of Early Blooms

Welcome spring with Japan’s early blooms. Discover the beauty and meaning of sakura, mimosa, peach blossoms, and lilies.

Exploring the Subtle Depths: The Art of Yugen in Japanese Culture
CultureArt / Craft

Exploring the Subtle Depths: The Art of Yugen in Japanese Culture

Discover Yugen, a value ingrained in Japanese culture and arts celebrating the subtle beauty and depth of the invisible.

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series:  Invitation to the Japanese Tea Ceremony
CultureArt / Craft

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: Invitation to the Japanese Tea Ceremony

Explore the culture of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, from etiquette and hospitality to utensils and decoration.

A Procession of Pottery: Onsen in Hakone
CultureTravel

A Procession of Pottery: Onsen in Hakone

Novelist Michael Pronko shares insight into his grand, traditional tableware experience while visiting an onsen in Hakone.

Bloom to Beauty: How Camellias Have Been Loved in Japan
Culture

Bloom to Beauty: How Camellias Have Been Loved in Japan

Join us on a journey through time to explore how the camellia has blossomed from the refined gardens of ancient courts into a beloved source of beauty in Japan today.

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with These Auspicious Items
CultureArt / Craft

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with These Auspicious Items

The Chinese zodiac cycle introduces the Year of the Dragon as its upcoming celebration.