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Tasting Toyama at Sushi Jinjin
Savor the flavors at Standing Sushi Jinjin, where Chef Kimura crafts Tokyo-style sushi using local Toyama ingredients.

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.

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

Musubi’s Kamakura Guide Part Two: Kaiseki Restaurant Gentouan
We visited Gentouan, a historic kaiseki restaurant with exquisite seasonal dishes, antique tableware, and serene elegance.

Musubi’s Kamakura Guide Part One: Long-Established Kissaten "Iwata Coffee"
Discover Iwata Coffee in Kamakura, a beloved kissaten since 1945, known for nostalgic ambiance and delightful pancakes.

Walking Through Okawachiyama: A Village of Secretive Pottery
Explore Okawachiyama, a pottery village famous for historic Imari Nabeshima ware, traditional kilns, and stunning scenery.

Visiting Arita City: The Past and Present of Kaiseki Tableware
Team Musubi went on a historical journey to learn about the main production area of kaiseki tableware, Arita City.

KURASHIKI MUSEUM OF FOLK-CRAFT
We visit one of Japan's most popular cultural spots, the Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft, housed in an Edo period building.

A Fusion Feast of Tofu and Bizen Ware in an Age-Old Homestead
Team Musubi visited a centuries-old farmhouse — now a restaurant serving delicious tofu dishes exclusively in Bizen ware.

A Procession of Pottery: Onsen in Hakone
Novelist Michael Pronko shares insight into his grand, traditional tableware experience while visiting an onsen in Hakone.

Art Meets Travel: Two Days in Bizen Ware's Namesake City
Explore three Okayama cultural hotspots with Team Musubi in the birthplace of stunning Japanese pottery called Bizen ware.

Hidden Gems of Kutani Ware: A Visit to Komatsu City's Artisans
This time, we embarked on a two-day, one-night trip to visit Kutani ware artists in Nomi City and Kaga City.

Discovering the Art of Bizen Ware: A Journey Through Hozan Kiln's Legacy
Step into Hozan Kiln and explore Bizen ware’s rich history, fiery craftsmanship, and beauty shaped by clay and flame.

Taya Shikkiten: Where the Artistry of Wajima Lacquerware is Born
Join us as we delve into a world of lacquerware creation at Taya Shikkiten and visiting the artisans.

A Day in Usuki: An Unforgettable Journey Through History, Gastronomy, and Art
The captivating city of Usuki offers a harmonious blend of historical wonders, culinary magic, and artistic prowess.

The Story of Lost Porcelain: A Journey Through Zentoku-ji
Learn about the history of Usuki ware, a legendary porcelain ware from Usuki City and how it was rediscovered.





