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Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity

Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity

Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity
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Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity

Discover the artistry of "Zen gardens," where nature, philosophy, and tradition shape spaces for reflection and peace.

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi  Toshitaka
Art / Craft

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi Toshitaka

Learn about Satomi Toshitaka, a Mikawachi ware craftsman whose passion and refined brushwork carry centuries of tradition.

France to Japan: A Chef’s Cross-Border Culinary Journey
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France to Japan: A Chef’s Cross-Border Culinary Journey

Discover Chef Victor Emmanuel’s journey from French fine dining to crafting luxury Japanese cuisine and sushi.

The Secret Behind  the Beauty of the Japanese Sword
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The Secret Behind the Beauty of the Japanese Sword

Young swordsmiths in Kyoto revive Japanese katana-making. Discover their craft, tradition, and bold new vision.

A Classicist of Sometsuke: Yamamoto Choza
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A Classicist of Sometsuke: Yamamoto Choza

Kutani ware craftsman Yamamoto Choza blends traditional techniques with current trends to craft sometsuke masterpieces.

Vegan Japan: Bringing the Flavors of Mori Café in Paris to Your Home
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Vegan Japan: Bringing the Flavors of Mori Café in Paris to Your Home

Julia Boucachard’s cookbook Vegan Japan brings plant-based Japanese recipes from Mori Café, including vegan nikujaga.

Expert Tips: Guide for Choosing the Perfect Sake Cup
Food / Dining

Expert Tips: Guide for Choosing the Perfect Sake Cup

Learn how to choose the perfect sake cup with expert tips from a sommelier, including the best cups for each sake type.

Taking the Confusion out of Fusion with Chef Masa of O-Ku
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Taking the Confusion out of Fusion with Chef Masa of O-Ku

Experience Chef Masa Hamaya's fusion of flavors at O-ku in Atlanta, where Japanese traditions mix with local ingredients.

Visiting Toyama's Master Craftspeople: Two Potters and a Washi Artisan
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Visiting Toyama's Master Craftspeople: Two Potters and a Washi Artisan

Meet three master artisans from Toyama, Japan, as they share their crafts and traditions in a serene countryside setting.

IWA's Sake Brewing in Toyama
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IWA's Sake Brewing in Toyama

Discover IWA, where Japan's ancient sake traditions merge with French winemaking artistry, led by legend Richard Geoffroy.

Yamada Yoshiaki: Mastery in Sketching and the Beauty of Blank Space
Art / Craft

Yamada Yoshiaki: Mastery in Sketching and the Beauty of Blank Space

Meet Yamada Yoshiaki, a master of Kutani ware painting whose intricate sketches blend nature's beauty with blank space.

Discovering the Art of Sake Pairing at Shuzen Sameshima
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Discovering the Art of Sake Pairing at Shuzen Sameshima

Explore a nine-course meal at Shuzen Sameshima, where traditional kappo cuisine is complemented by expertly paired sake.

Nishikata Hiroshi: Bringing Jewelry Industry Expertise to Tsuiki Innovation
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Nishikata Hiroshi: Bringing Jewelry Industry Expertise to Tsuiki Innovation

Discover how Nishikata Hiroshi blends jewelry expertise with traditional tsuiki metal craftsmanship at Seigado.

Fukushima Reiko: Conveying the Charm of Akae-Saibyo With Modern Sensibilities
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Fukushima Reiko: Conveying the Charm of Akae-Saibyo With Modern Sensibilities

Meet Kutani ware artisan Fukushima Reiko, who combines modern styles with traditional red akae-saibyo painting techniques.

Nishikata Ryota: The Passion and Challenges of Tsuiki
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Nishikata Ryota: The Passion and Challenges of Tsuiki

Learn about tsuiki from master craftsman Nishikata Ryota, who creates intricate metal pieces in the pursuit of perfection.

Taka Toshifumi: Bringing All Things Into Balance
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Taka Toshifumi: Bringing All Things Into Balance

Read about Taka Toshifumi's passion for Kutani ware, his family's rich legacy, and his exciting vision for the future.