Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
Tobe Ware
What is Mingei? All About Japanese Folk Craft
Learn about the Japanese folk craft movement, its history, characteristics, and how crafts can…
Ito Ryo
Interview With An Artist: Ohigashi Alyne’s Nature-Inspired Tobe Ware
Step into the world of Ohigashi Alyne and discover how nature, family, and memory…
Musubi Lab Exhibited at Shoppe Object in New York
Learn how Musubi Lab brought Tobe ware to New York's Shoppe Object trade show.
Workshop Visit: Behind the Scenes at Baizan Kiln
Step inside Baizan Kiln, makers of Tobe ware with bold blue arabesques. See how…
Travels in Tobe: Where History Meets Craftsmanship
Journey through Matsuyama and Tobe, where castles, hot springs, and pottery villages intertwine.
Artist Interview: Ohigashi Alyne’s Journey of Creation
Ohigashi Alyne transforms memories of sea and soil into botanical Tobe ware, blending resilience,…
Porcelain Botanicals: The Natural Textures of Ohigashi Alyne
Step inside the lush atelier of Tobe ware artist Ohigashi Alyne, where porcelain blooms…
Travel Japan Through Tableware
Travel Japan through tableware this summer. Explore handcrafted pieces from Kyoto, Tokyo, Akita, and…
Savoring the Fruits of Summer with Charming Tobe Ware
Indulge in a celebration of summer's bounty that is as visually enchanting as it…
Tobe Ware Meets Spring Yellow
Adorn your table with the bright colors of spring, featuring traditional Tobe ware and…
A Japanese Style Breakfast with Yamanaka Lacquerware and Tobe Ware
Try a Japanese style breakfast with these authentic Yamanaka lacquerware items and Tobe ware…