Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Table Setting

Savor Yudofu in a Traditional Nambu Ironware Pot
A classic Japanese delicacy that can be enjoyed at home and easily prepared is…

Sake Elegance: The Dance of Celadon on Gold
Elevate a sake pairing with our table setting idea, featuring celadon tableware by Hataman…

Tea Tasting in a Soft Spring Atmosphere
Spend a spring afternoon trying different kinds of Japanese tea, featuring pastel floral tea…

Springtime Noodles: A Soba Tray of Joy
Authenticity infuses our setting, with handcrafted soba trays bringing an extra layer of joy…

Spring's Tea Time with Magewappa Bento Boxes
Treat your friends to a springtime tea time with our new Table Setting, featuring…

Breezy Buffet: Sharing Spring Fun with Shokado Bento Boxes
Celebrate the warmth with our cheerful table setting for a springtime buffet featuring seasonal…

A Lively Lunch with Delightful Dishes in a Jubako Bento Box
Enjoy a spring-inspired table setting of sushi placed in a bold jubako bento box,…

Exquisite Sake Experience with Edo Kiriko Cups
This table setting is sophisticated and vibrant with the addition of colorful, luminous Edo…

Sushi with Stylish Maki-e Glass Rectangle Plates
Sushi is commonly plated on porcelain or wooden plates, we chose exquisite transparent glass…

A Sakura Tea Party in a Wave of Beauty
Find inspiration in our table setting for a sakura tea party, featuring Hasami ware…

An Enchanting Japanese Tea Party with Kutani Stoneware
Spend a warm afternoon with friends chatting over a Japanese tea party table featuring…

Setsubun: Celebrating Japan's Unique Springtime Festival
Find inspiration in our Sestubun table setting, creating an auspicious atmosphere to celebrate the…

The Spirit of Chado Unboxed: The Perfect Matcha Tea Setting
Create your very own matcha sanctuary at home with the ambiance that captures the…

Chirashi on Sometsuke
The beauty of Seto ware porcelain is showcased in our table setting, featuring a…

Luxury Luncheon: Celebrating Good Fortune in Style
Learn how to set your table for a celebration with auspicious items that bring…

Nambu Ironware Comfort: Crafting the Perfect Sukiyaki Night
A meal together is transformed into a warm and delightful event with a sukiyaki…

Serenity with Japanese Tea and Exquisite Celadon
Take the opportunity to reserve time for a mini-retreat that caters to both your…

Bites of Blessings: Osechi Ryori on Elegant Small Plates
Welcome the New Year with a festive table for an easy-to-prepare yet elegant osechi…

A New Year's Eve Soba Celebration
As the final hours of the year tick away, Japan embraces a delightful culinary…

Enjoying a Japanese Winter Solstice
Feel the essence of the winter solstice in Japanese culture, a moment to share…

Elegant Sushi Dining: The Lacquerware Jubako Box Experience
Discover how a lacquerware Jubako bento box can elevate your sushi dining to an…

Elegant Celebrations: Crafting a Festive Table for Special Occasions
Step into the holiday season with a table design that's a vibrant display of…

Kutani Ware's Tribute to Harvest Colors
A gold-outlined large turnip on burgundy, and vividly portrayed berries, both infuse a dining…

Kyoto's Artistry on the Table
Experience the unique charm of handpainted camellias on the warmth of stoneware, and enjoy…
