Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Kyoto
What Are Kyo-Yasai? Kyoto's Most Celebrated Traditional Vegetables
Discover the story of Kyo-yasai, Kyoto’s heirloom vegetables shaped by palace culture and seasonal…
Behind the Scenes at A Raku Ware Workshop
Explore the grace of Raku ware, born from firelight for the tea ceremony, its…
Discovering the Treasures of a Japanese Antique Market
Step into Japan’s antique markets and enjoy a treasure hunt through centuries of pottery,…
Nakazawa Hiroko
So Different! The Food Cultures of Eastern & Western Japan
Explore the distinct food cultures of eastern and western Japan, shaped by history, climate,…
Ito Ryo
Travel Japan Through Tableware
Travel Japan through tableware this summer. Explore handcrafted pieces from Kyoto, Tokyo, Akita, and…
The Secret Behind the Beauty of the Japanese Sword
Young swordsmiths in Kyoto revive Japanese katana-making. Discover their craft, tradition, and bold new…
Ito Ryo
Kyoto Chronicles: Inside the Workshops of Master Potters
Discover Kyoto’s pottery at Tosen Kiln’s vintage glazes and Touan’s revival of the rare…
Rebecca Menasché
The Birth of a Dragon at Tosen Kiln
Learn more about how Tosen Kiln’s artisans revived the rare kyu-gosu pigment to craft…
Shirata Ai
My Path with Japanese Cuisine: A Chef’s Tale
Learn about Chef Ricardo Komori's unique journey and how he blends Japanese culinary techniques…
Ito Ryo
Exploring Artistic Kyoto’s Ceramic Culture
Take a trip to Kyoto with Team Musubi, exploring the ancient city's renowned artisans…
Zhao Minyi
Tosen Kiln: Kyoto's Ceramic Heritage and Future
Step into the storied world of Kyoto's ceramic artistry with the esteemed Tosen Kiln.
Kyoto Chronicles: Adventures in Art and Appetite
Join Team Musubi in Kyoto to discover pottery, savor delicious food, and explore crafts…
Shirata Ai