Journal — Stories from the world of Japanese craft — makers, beauty, seasons, and the table.
winter
Sweet and Warm: A Taste of Japanese Winter
Discover four classic Japanese winter treats and savor their warm, rich flavors in the…
Winter’s Glow: The Delicate Elegance of Cold-Weather Petals
Celebrate Japan’s winter blooms, five flowers that embody resilience, bringing beauty to the year’s…
Welcome a Joyful New Year with Lucky Japanese Plants
Celebrate the New Year with Japan's cherished plant symbols. Pine, bamboo, plum, and more…
The Winter Wonders of Japan’s Regional Cuisine
Discover Japan's winter cuisine with hearty soups and hot pots, offering warmth and unique…
Oseibo: A Reflection of Gratitude in Japan's End-of-Year Gift-Giving Tradition
Explore oseibo, Japan’s end-of-year tradition of gift-giving. Explore its origins, meaning, and tips for…
Hirata Paku Kayoko
Make Your Own Luck: Creating Shimekazari with Team Musubi
Craft your own Japanese shimekazari wreath for the new year with DIY tips and…
Last Call for Christmas and Year-end Gift Shoppers!
Find last-minute Christmas and year-end gifts. Shop Japanese tableware, home goods, and more to…
Kanpai! Celebrate in Style with Japanese Drinkware
Discover a range of Japanese drinkware, from sake cups to rocks glasses, that will…
Serenity with Japanese Tea and Exquisite Celadon
Take the opportunity to reserve time for a mini-retreat that caters to both your…
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…
Bloom to Beauty: How Camellias Have Been Loved in Japan
Explore how the camellia traveled from ancient court gardens to become one of Japan’s…
Celebrating Toji: The Winter Solstice in Japanese Culture
As the end of the year approaches and the evenings grow dark earlier, we…
Cold Outside, Boiling Inside: How to Make Nabe
Get tips on making Japanese nabe hot pot in a donabe, from choosing soup…
Festive Arita Ware for the Holiday Season
Add to the holiday cheer with festive Arita ware pieces featuring lucky motifs like…
Welcome the New Year with a Bowl of Matcha Tea
Enjoy your first cup of matcha tea of the new year with this elegant…
New Year's Festivities
Enjoy the auspicious motifs and designs of the tableware, and the traditional menus prepared…
A Cozy New Year Celebration
Celebrate the new year with a Japanese style table setting for two with a…
New Year's Greetings with Japanese Sweets!
For the New Year's greetings, let's arrange a lot of Japanese sweets to welcome…
Relaxing Time With Freshly Prepared Oden And Japanese Sake
Place a freshly prepared Oden in the center of the table for a special…
Warm Up On a Cold Day with GINPO's Hot Pot
Have a warm party on a cold day with GINPO's clay pots! The time…