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Mother's Day Brunch with Cedar Magewappa Plates

Mother's Day Brunch with Cedar Magewappa Plates

Mother's Day Brunch with Cedar Magewappa Plates
Food / Dining

Mother's Day Brunch with Cedar Magewappa Plates

Enjoy Mother's Day brunch with Magewappa wooden plates, crafting a heartfelt setting that imparts warmth and appreciation.

Kosen Kiln's Workshop: A Magical Mystery Tour of Nabeshima Celadon
Art / Craft

Kosen Kiln's Workshop: A Magical Mystery Tour of Nabeshima Celadon

Explore the traditions and legacy of Nabeshima celadon through our interview with Kosen Kiln's master, Kawasoe Takahiko.

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series:  A Deep Dive into the Tea Master's Philosophy
Culture

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Deep Dive into the Tea Master's Philosophy

Explore the philosophy behind the practice of chado, or the Japanese tea ceremony, with expert Kitajima Ritsuko.

Mitsui Tatsuya: Guardian of Kutani Ware's Eternal Beauty
Art / Craft

Mitsui Tatsuya: Guardian of Kutani Ware's Eternal Beauty

Mitsui Tatsuya bridges past and present, preserving Kutani ware's legacy through vibrant ko-Kutani overglaze painting.

On Tango-no-Sekku, We Celebrate the Health of Our Growing Boys!
Culture

On Tango-no-Sekku, We Celebrate the Health of Our Growing Boys!

We celebrate Boy's Day on the same day as Children's Day, with fun activities like flying koinobori and eating sweets.

Outdoor Matcha Tea Time in Spring
Food / Dining

Outdoor Matcha Tea Time in Spring

Enjoy the spring breeze with charming matcha bowls, sleek matcha utensils, and glossy laquerware jubako bento boxes, plates, and forks.

Reviving Tradition: Kawasoe Takahiko's Vision for Nabeshima Ware
Art / Craft

Reviving Tradition: Kawasoe Takahiko's Vision for Nabeshima Ware

Learn more about Kosen Kiln's celadon ceramics, their esteemed history, and protecting the future of Nabeshima ware.

Explore Asakusa MUSUBI KILN Style
Travel

Explore Asakusa MUSUBI KILN Style

Explore Asakusa's hidden gems beyond Senso-ji with a Sumida River cruise, geta shop, and Japanese Western food.

Welcome to the World of Luxury Vases
LifestyleInterior

Welcome to the World of Luxury Vases

Each of these five luxury Japanese vases is a masterpiece, imbuing your home with tradition, craftsmanship, and beauty.

Entertaining in Style: Premium Teaware and Accessories for the Discerning Host
Lifestyle

Entertaining in Style: Premium Teaware and Accessories for the Discerning Host

Japanese lacquerware, bamboo basketry, and handcrafted teapots and tea cups make sharing a cup of tea an elegant occasion.

Brush Strokes of Tradition: The Maki-e Mastery of Morita Masatoshi
Art / Craft

Brush Strokes of Tradition: The Maki-e Mastery of Morita Masatoshi

We pay a visit to Morita Masatoshi, an artist who has been enchanted by the art of maki-e since for nearly five decades.

Gift Ideas for Tea Ceremony Utensils
LifestyleArt / Craft

Gift Ideas for Tea Ceremony Utensils

Give the gift of authentic Japanese tea ceremony items, with each utensil holding its own special meaning.

A Bite of Spring: The Journey through Japanese Sakura Desserts
Food / DiningCulture

A Bite of Spring: The Journey through Japanese Sakura Desserts

Discover the flavors of Japan's cherry blossom season with delectable wagashi desserts like sakura mochi and hanami dango.

How to Care for Your Chasen
Lifestyle

How to Care for Your Chasen

Learn how to care for your matcha whisk, known as "chasen" in Japanese. Chasen are essential tools for making matcha.

The Birth of the Moist Series: Inside Hataman Touen's Workshop
Art / Craft

The Birth of the Moist Series: Inside Hataman Touen's Workshop

We visit the Hataman Touen workshop to see where the Moist series and other handcrafted Japanese tableware are made.

The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?
Food / DiningCulture

The Shogun's Table — What Did Ieyasu Eat?

Discover the unique meals of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Japan's iconic Edo period leader and inspiration for Shogun’s Toranaga.