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Interview with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota-President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 2)
I had the pleasure of sitting down with the fourth president of Hirota Glass, Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, to hear his thoughts.
"Hanami" Sakura Viewing Party: Cherishing the tradition of beautiful Japanese spring
It is no exaggeration to say that "hanami (cherry blossom viewing)" is one of the biggest events in the year that allow people to savor the beauty of the season.
Discovering Edo Kiriko with Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, President of Hirota Glass Co., Ltd (Part 1)
I had the opportunity to visit the Edo Kiriko Glass Cutlery museum and talk to Mr. Tatsuro Hirota, the president of Hirota Glass.
An Exploratory Day Spent with Furoshiki Wrapping Cloths
From authentic to casual, furoshiki can add a bit of style to your day to day! Here we will introduce using various furoshiki from morning to night.
Mt. Fuji: Through the Eyes of the Artists of the Past
From poetry to woodblock prints, Mt. Fuji has been the source of inspiration for a variety of artworks over the centuries.
5 Thoughtful Gifts for Mother's Day
Did you know that many countries celebrate Mother's Day on the same day? In Japan, it is celebrated on the second Sunday in May.
Celadon plates featuring delightful little fish can transform your dining room into an elegant oasis for the upcoming warm weather.
Interview with Nabeshima Ware Artist: Kawasoe Takahiko—Nabeshima Kosen Kiln
Kosen Kiln's medaka rice fIsh series tableware has a charm that grabs your attention as soon as you lay eyes on it.
Japanese Food Culture and Seasonalities
Here we will introduce the connection between Japanese food culture and the seasons as well as the etymology of shun and hatsumono.
The Shoza style is a fine and gorgeous style of painting that uses Western-style paints in addition to the traditional Kutani Gosai.
From Omakase to Michelin-starred restaurants! Chef's Tableware from Musubi Kiln
In this issue, we would like to take a peek at some of the situations in which such tableware is actually used.
Stylish Napkin Folding Techniques to Impress
Beautifully styled napkins can add a flair of elegance to any dining room table! They are especially popular in Japanese modern table settings!
My Day at the 2023 Tableware Festival
2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the Tableware Festival, the biggest event featuring almost all items related to tableware.
Let us share with you some stories about our favorites that have a special place in our hearts and make our daily routines brighter and happier.
Mokubei is a style characterized by filling blank spaces with calming red pigments.
Presentation for "washoku," Japanese cuisine, plays an integral role in the enjoyment of a Japanese meal.
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