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Waves and Ripples: Beautiful Gifts Reflecting Water's Grace
Explore Japanese gifts inspired by water's beauty, featuring wave-patterned plates, serene fish tumblers, and more.

Bite-Sized Bliss: Warm Sake and Summer Flavors
An artful mosaic of Japanese small plates makes the spread inviting. Sip and savor as warm sake blends with every flavor, bringing out the best in both food and sake.

The Timeless Beauty of High-End Sake Cups
Explore the artistry of high-end sake cups, featuring intricate designs and craftsmanship from renowned artisans.

5 Recommended Items for Kimono Lovers: Blending Tradition with Modern Elegance
Discover five unique gifts that feature kimono motifs or aesthetics, perfect for lovers of Japanese fashion or kimono.

The Flavor of Ages: Japanese Pickles
Learn all about Japanese pickles with our guide to tsukemono, covering pickling methods, common ingredients, and more.

From Kiln to Counter: Myousen Toubou at Shuzen Sameshima
See how tableware from Myousen Toubou enhances the harmony between Japanese cuisine and presentation at Shuzen Sameshima.

A Festive Summer Night under the Charm of Blue and White
Japan's natsu matsuri, or “summer festivals,” date back to the Edo period (1603 CE–1868 CE).

Nishikata Hiroshi: Bringing Jewelry Industry Expertise to Tsuiki Innovation
Discover how Nishikata Hiroshi blends jewelry expertise with traditional tsuiki metal craftsmanship at Seigado.

The Crafting Secrets of Chawanmushi Bowls
Discover Tasei Kiln's chawanmushi bowls, their seasonal designs, expert craftsmanship, and role in Japanese dining.

Tsujii Musashi: Crafting Earth's Bounty through Farming and Pottery
Meet artisan Tsujii Musashi, who incorporates motifs from his farmstead lifestyle into his Mino ware pottery pieces.

No Knife, No Cuisine: All About Japanese Kitchen Knives
Explore our guide to Japanese kitchen knives. Learn about different types, their history, and their unique uses.

Aesthetic Chawanmushi Bowls: Multiple Uses and Visual Appeal
Discover the many uses of chawanmushi bowls, perfect for not only egg custard, but for soups, side dishes, and desserts.

Chawanmushi Recipe: The Ultimate Japanese Comfort Food
Learn how to make chawanmushi, or Japanese savory egg custard, delicately steamed for a warm, flavorful experience.

Set for Summer: Musubi Mono Japanese Dinnerware Sets
Explore the latest summer Musubi Mono dinnerware sets. Learn about the craftsmanship behind each carefully curated piece.

A Breeze of Celadon: Table of Cool Delights
Let your table be an oasis of refreshment featuring vibrant summer fruits and icy sweets presented on fine porcelain and Edo glass in colors that cool and invigorate.

Discovering Japan's Summer Fruit Delights
Learn about Japan's summer fruits, featuring juicy watermelons, Shine Muscat grapes, aromatic plums, and peaches.





