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Staff Picks: Enjoying Japanese Artistry in Your Everyday Mug
Meet the mugs our staff reach for each day, paired with beloved coasters that weave art into ordinary life.
So Different! The Food Cultures of Eastern & Western Japan
Explore the distinct food cultures of eastern and western Japan, shaped by history, climate, and local tastes.
Learn about Traditional Japanese Motifs for Winter
We would like to introduce some of the winter auspicious patterns and the meaning behind them.
Guide to Japanese Flatware & Cutlery
Explore Japanese flatware and cutlery, including chopsticks, rests, spoons, and forks, all crafted with care.
Family Gifts to Share Around the Table
From donabe pots to lacquerware, find heartfelt pieces for cozy meals and celebrations.
Explore traditional Japanese sake cups and carafes, their unique forms, and how to enjoy sake with elegance.
Edomae Cuisine: A Guide to Tokyo-Style Sushi & Seafood
Learn about Edomae washoku, Tokyo’s original style of sushi, tempura, and unagi.
Wrap gifts with care using Furoshiki—a reusable, beautiful cloth that adds meaning and tradition to every gift you give.
Handcrafted Japanese Items to Add to Your Holiday Gift Basket
Create a holiday gift basket with unique picks for ramen fans, matcha lovers, pet owners, and home cooks.
Reorganize Your Cabinets: Kitchen Storage Tips
Learn storage tips by material, stacking rules, and seasonal swaps for easy access.
Staff Picks: Holiday Party Dinnerware Essentials
From sake sets to donabe pots and platters, explore our top picks for hosting with style.
Omotenashi: Japanese Hospitality with Heart
Learn how thoughtfulness, sincerity, and awareness create comfort in each gesture in Japan’s art of heartfelt hospitality.
Komatsu Shigeo: A Maki-e Artisan of Stillness, in Gold and Lacquer
Meet master lacquer painter Komatsu Shigeo, and learn how he carries on Aizu’s legacy of gold and vermilion through hand-painted lacquerware art.
If you've got a calendar of celebrations coming, this gift guide offers top ideas for auspicious presents for your host.
Warm Up with Japanese Bowls Made for Winter Soups
Cozy up this winter with handcrafted Japanese bowls that bring out the best in every soup.
More Than Just the Bowl: Small Accessories That Bring a Ramen Table to Life
Take your ramen to the next level with accessories that elevate every bowl, from ramen spoons to trays and more.
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