Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Table Setting
Boxed & Beautiful: A Spring Party with a Shokado Touch
Host a spring gathering with seasonal charm, featuring pastel hues, lacquered accents, and a…
A Warm and Sweet Hinamatsuri Gathering
Style a stunning Hinamatsuri table with Edo Kiriko glass, celadon plates, and a cherry…
From Pot to Plate: Ishikari Nabe with Blue-and-White Charm
Set a warm, inviting table with Ishikari nabe, served in a rustic cast iron…
Steeped in Pink: A Playful Take on Japanese Afternoon Tea
Create a charming Japanese-themed afternoon tea with soft pink hues, blooming florals, and traditional…
Celadon Winter Dream
Create a serene winter table with celadon, glass, and woodware, bringing warmth and frosty…
Layers of Delight: Hosting with a Shokado Bento Box
Set a stunning tablescape with the Hibino Modern Shokado Bento Box, creating a sleek…
Accent with Red and Gold for a Bright Start to the Year
Celebrate the New Year with red and gold tableware, adding joy, elegance, and prosperity…
From Offering to Delight: The Tradition of Zenzai
Set a festive table for Kagami Biraki with red accents, elegant lacquerware, and more…
End-of-Year Cheers: A Warm Izakaya-style Celebration
Create a cozy year-end celebration with stunning Japanese stoneware bowls, vibrant Kutani plates, and…
Ring in the New Year with Pastels
Celebrate the New Year with pastel jubako boxes and osechi ryori for a blend…
Oroshi Nabe with Blue Ginpo Kikka Banko Donabe Japanese Clay Pot
The Blue Ginpo Kikka Banko Donabe Japanese Clay Pot is stylishly designed to make…
A Fortunate Start: Soba Lunch to Welcome the New Year
Celebrate the New Year with a Japanese-style lunch with soba and bento boxes, embracing…
Double Comfort: Udon and Hot Pot in Perfect Harmony
Set a cozy table with a Kikka Donabe clay pot, Mino ware bowls, and…
Moment of Peace: A Japanese Tea Gathering
Set the table with smooth celadon porcelain, a cherry bark tray, and floral details,…
Dress to Impress: Hosting with a Shokado Bento Box
Create a dazzling fall table with warm hues, layered textures, and seasonal dishes on…
Table Tea Ceremony with Adorable Tableware
Explore a table tea ceremony with charming animal-themed tableware and seasonal desserts, making a…
Fall Table Decor to Dazzle Your Dinner Guests
Create a dazzling fall table with warm hues, layered textures, and seasonal dishes on…
Cute and Cozy: A Dinner Party for Animal Lovers
Have a dinner party for animal lovers with playful Hasami cat-themed bowls, warm-toned Yamanaka…
Modern Japanese Dining with White Plates
Set your fall table with modern USUKIYAKI plates, featuring soft floral details. Paired with…
Seasoned to Perfection: Tonjiru in Cast Iron Charm
Tonjiru, a hearty miso-based soup filled with pork and root vegetables, captures the essence…
A Weekend Spread with Style for Kushikatsu and Beer
For a laid-back weekend dinner, kushikatsu and beer are an unbeatable combination as the…
Simple Steps for Japanese Table Setting: Finding Inspiration
Learn about Japanese table setting with expert Mizutani Mieko, and discover her tips for…
Golden Moments: Matcha for the Fall Season
Savor the season with matcha in elegant glass chawans, paired perfectly with Arita ware…
5 Important Tips for A Beautiful Japanese Dinner Setting
The secret of the beauty of Japanese tableware lies in the harmony of various…