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Blossom-Kissed Table with a Taste of Plum

Celebrate plum season with Japanese tableware featuring ume motifs and seasonal flavors, with lacquer…

Entertaining in Style: Premium Teaware and Accessories for the Discerning Host

Japanese lacquerware, bamboo basketry, and handcrafted teapots and tea cups make sharing a cup…

Mastering Tradition and Innovation: Art of Aizu Lacquerware

An exclusive interview with Aizu lacquerware master, Komatsu Shigeo, discussing the history, the process,…