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Serene Sunshine: Japanese Teatime in Pastel

Serene Sunshine: Japanese Teatime in Pastel

Serene Sunshine: Japanese Teatime in Pastel
Food / Dining

Serene Sunshine: Japanese Teatime in Pastel

The refreshing pastel green Arita ware with stylish black teaware make for a serene and relaxing stage to soak in the afternoon rays of summer sunshine.

Defining Modern Lacquerware, a Journey of a Northern Craftsperson
Art / Craft

Defining Modern Lacquerware, a Journey of a Northern Craftsperson

Yoshita Kasho is well known in Japan for his innovative designs using traditional techniques of lacquerware craft.

Hakuichi: Imbuing A Fresh Aesthetic Sense with Kanazawa Gold Leaves
Art / Craft

Hakuichi: Imbuing A Fresh Aesthetic Sense with Kanazawa Gold Leaves

Hakuichi is renowned for their wide selection of high quality products from accessories to art panels crafted with a variety of Kanazawa Gold Leaves.

Taste the Essence of Summer: Making Umeshu (Plum Wine) and Plum Syrup
Food / Dining

Taste the Essence of Summer: Making Umeshu (Plum Wine) and Plum Syrup

In Japan, there are some "Ume" (Japanese plum) drinks that are made during the rainy season. It is considered a summer tradition to drink them when they are ready.

Culinary Corners: Tokyo's Undiscovered Passion for Stew
Food / Dining

Culinary Corners: Tokyo's Undiscovered Passion for Stew

Join us as we visit his kitchen and learn about the delightful world of Dai-chan, where stew pots bubble, taste buds rejoice, and smiles fill the kitchen.

Miso Matters: An Office Tasting Event Through Japan's Flavors
Food / Dining

Miso Matters: An Office Tasting Event Through Japan's Flavors

Our fellow staff brought their own miso to our office, some in small plastic bags, some in boxes, and even one in a large bucket of homemade fermented miso.

Buyer's Travelog: Gifu, the Birthplace of Mino Ware
Art / CraftTravel

Buyer's Travelog: Gifu, the Birthplace of Mino Ware

The purpose of the trip was to have a business meeting with Hibino Ceramic, a company to which we are indebted, and to develop new products.

Bizen Ware in the Summer
Food / Dining

Bizen Ware in the Summer

Under the brilliant summer sun, there is a certain enjoyment in a dining experience that captures the spirit of the season.

Japanese Plum Preparations: The Time-Honored Tradition of Ume Shigoto
Food / Dining

Japanese Plum Preparations: The Time-Honored Tradition of Ume Shigoto

Dive into our blog as we explore the intriguing world of "Ume Shigoto," a Japanese tradition that transforms the simple plum into a culinary delight.

The Magic of Miso
Food / DiningCulture

The Magic of Miso

Through this article, I hope that everyone will gain a deeper understanding of miso and enjoy eating and cooking with it more.

Tanabata: A Celestial Love Story Spanning Cultures

Tanabata: A Celestial Love Story Spanning Cultures

The annual July 7 festival called "Tanabata" is based on a romantic legend that originated in China and has spread to East Asian countries.

Behind the Works of Tosen Kiln
Art / Craft

Behind the Works of Tosen Kiln

Take a peek behind the warm and inviting works of Tosen Kiln. Here we will introduce the kiln, its characteristics, and some words from Tetsuya Taniguchi.

Interview with Mr. Kota Matsumoto -Representative of Sanuki Urushi Sinra

Interview with Mr. Kota Matsumoto -Representative of Sanuki Urushi Sinra

Sinra's lacquerware resonates with modern lifestyles by infusing a unique flair into traditional techniques.

Size Matters: Choosing the Right Trivet For Your Kitchen Ware
Food / Dining

Size Matters: Choosing the Right Trivet For Your Kitchen Ware

Take a look at the our trivets in various sizes and find the best match for your culinary needs.

Monkeys Praying and Rabbits Wrestling, Choju Giga Picture Scroll
Art / Craft

Monkeys Praying and Rabbits Wrestling, Choju Giga Picture Scroll

A fine example of a free and joyous world indifferent to the mundane obligations of their days.

My First Chado Experience: Learning about Japanese Culture and the Essence of Hospitality
Culture

My First Chado Experience: Learning about Japanese Culture and the Essence of Hospitality

It was an incredible experience to take part in a tea ceremony for the first time with my colleague, Shirata-san.