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Edomae Spirit in Texas: An Interview with Chef Leo Kekoa of Kinzo Sushi
Follow Chef Leo Kekoa’s chef journey to Kinzo Sushi, where Edomae omakase, artistry, and Japanese tableware meet in Texas.
Kidoguchi Yoshio: A Painter of Light, in Gold and Shadow
Kanazawa gold leaf artisan Kidoguchi Yoshio blends light, shadow, and tradition into timeless expressions of beauty.
Artist Interview: Ohigashi Alyne’s Journey of Creation
Ohigashi Alyne transforms memories of sea and soil into botanical Tobe ware, blending resilience, nature, and artistic vision.
Maki-e in Transparency: The Innovative Art of Hariya Masayuki
Maki-e artist Hariya Masayuki fuses tradition and acrylic, creating natsume tea containers of shimmering beauty.
Porcelain Botanicals: The Natural Textures of Ohigashi Alyne
Step inside the lush atelier of Tobe ware artist Ohigashi Alyne, where porcelain blooms into fantastical forms.
Gilded Lines and Expanding Forms: The Work of Ishitomi Shunjiro
Explore the Kutani ware art of Ishitomi Shunjiro, where black lines, gold detailing, and rhythmic designs are reimagined.
Caroline’s Table: The Story Behind Pickled Plum
Chef and blogger Caroline shares her journey through Pickled Plum, a beloved site for recipes, heartfelt stories, and cultural flavor.
Uncover Japanese Distilled Gin at Fukagawa Distillery
Explore Fukagawa Distillery, a Tokyo-based gin maker blending scientific glasswork, Japanese botanicals, and artistry.
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
Learn about Satomi Toshitaka, a Mikawachi ware craftsman whose passion and refined brushwork carry centuries of tradition.
Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji
Step inside a Tsukiji workshop to see how Edo-style fu is handmade and why this humble vegan food deserves a second look.
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
Young swordsmiths in Kyoto revive Japanese katana-making. Discover their craft, tradition, and bold new vision.
A Classicist of Sometsuke: Yamamoto Choza
Kutani ware craftsman Yamamoto Choza blends traditional techniques with current trends to craft sometsuke masterpieces.
Healing and Harmony: The Charm of Nakamura Toshito
Explore the story behind Nakamura Toshito's ceramic paintings, with his latest work embodying nature's quiet tranquility.
The Legacy of the 14th Generation Master at Le Sanpei Kiln
At Le Sanpei Kiln, 14th-generation master Kanagae Sanbei keeps Arita ware’s traditions alive with a rare climbing kiln.
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