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All About Bamboo Shoots: Welcoming Spring with Takenoko Gohan
Learn about takenoko, Japan’s treasured spring bamboo shoot, plus a classic takenoko gohan recipe.
Spring Refresh: 5 Gentle Ways to Renew Your Space
Welcome spring into your home with five simple ways to refresh your space through tableware, scent, greenery, and decor.
Cherry Blossom Gifts to Brighten Your Spring
Cherish the fleeting charm of sakura with gifts that bring Japan’s springtime poetry into daily life.
Otayori 2026 Spring Issue: Hospitality, Tea, and Ikebana
Otayori 2026 Spring Issue explores omotenashi through Japanese tea, ikebana, and fresh seasonal recipes.
Spring of Meetings and Partings
Step into spring in Japan and experience a season shaped by gentle transitions, heartfelt goodbyes, and fresh starts.
All About Hanami: Sakura Viewing Parties
Japan’s cherry blossom viewing tradition is a celebration of spring. Explore hanami’s history and how to enjoy it today.
A Taste of Spring: Seasonal Wagashi
Discover spring wagashi, plus plates and teacups that pair beautifully to create a seasonal Japanese tea table.
Spring’s Messenger: The Colorful Palette of Early Blooms
Welcome spring with Japan’s early blooms. Discover the beauty and meaning of sakura, mimosa, peach blossoms, and lilies.
Japanese Spring Motifs to Know
From cherry blossoms to nightingales, discover Japan's most iconic spring motifs and their deep cultural meanings.
Shades of the Seasons: Gift Ideas with Spring Colors
Refresh any spring occasion with seasonally-inspired gifts. Explore delicate pinks, vibrant greens, and elegant designs.
Shaping Seasons: Hasami Ware Matcha Bowls at Chojuro Kiln
Learn about the Hasami ware matcha bowls from Chojuro Kiln, where glazes reflect spring’s beauty and centuries of craft.
Hasegawa Akari's Spring Donabe Recipe: Salmon and Asparagus Takikomi Gohan
This takikomi gohan donabe recipe by Hasegawa Akari is a light, fresh, and nourishing, perfect for the season.
Japanese Spring Picnic Essentials
Find the essentials for a Japanese spring picnic here, from bento boxes and chopsticks to furoshiki and matcha tools.
Hasegawa Akari's Spring Donabe Recipe: Lamb and Vegetable Stew
Create this rich and comforting lamb stew by Hasegawa Akari, slow-cooked in a donabe with sake, onion, celery, and ginger.
A Perfect Spring Day Trip to Odawara Castle
Experience one of Japan’s most iconic hanami spots with a spring day trip to Odawara Castle.
Sakura Bento Days: A Hanami Picnic for Two
Set a cherry blossom picnic for two with bento boxes, sakeware, and spring treats. Simple, seasonal, and serene.
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