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Afternoon Tea with Matcha Fragrance
Red and black lacquerware bento boxes, sleek Mino ware plates, and Edo glass cups contrast beautifully with matcha for an elegant tea setting.

Sunlit Geshi: Observing Japan's Summer Solstice
Learn about Geshi, the Japanese summer solstice, celebrated with rich cultural traditions and unique regional cuisines.

Seigado—The Radiant Beauty of Copper
Explore Seigado's studio and discover traditional hand-hammered copperware, with insights on production, design, and more.

Wagashi Day with Nabeshima Celadon
Celebrate Wagashi Day with Japanese sweets on Hataman Touen's pale blue celadon ceramics, blending delicate flavors with smooth and elegant tableware.

Explore the history and cultural significance of tatami mats, and how they help maintain ancient Japanese traditions.

Japanese Food Displays: What Makes It Look So Real
Learn about Japanese fake food replicas at Iwasaki Be-I, and how they perform the entire process from molding to shaping.

On Father's Day, when you can express your gratitude to your father, all you want to do is to give him a thoughtful gift.

Sakura Splendor with Akita Cherry Bark Work Plates
As cherry blossoms give way to fresh verdure, the tradition of savoring seasonal delicacies continues to unfold on Akita cherry bark work plates from Yatsuyanagi.

Summer's Charm: Dining in Hydrangea Colors
Embracing the serene beauty of the rain, each element is thoughtfully chosen to reflect the charm of early summer.

Painter of the Northern Seas, Art and Life of Kitamura Takashi
Kutani ware master Kitamura Takashi speaks on his journey and taking inspiration from Edo-period ships and Japan’s seas.

Voyages of Prosperity: The Kitamaebune Unveiled
Learn about kitamaebune, Edo-period merchant ships that sailed Japan's seas and inspired master artisan Kitamura Takashi.

Set for Spring: Musubi Mono Japanese Dinnerware Sets
Discover the latest Japanese dinnerware sets from Musubi Mono. The sets include kobachi bowls, plates, trays, and more.

Walking Through Okawachiyama: A Village of Secretive Pottery
Explore Okawachiyama, a pottery village famous for historic Imari Nabeshima ware, traditional kilns, and stunning scenery.

Refreshing Tea Time: Cherry Desserts with Edo Kiriko Cut Glass
Create a refined tea time with Edo Kiriko glass tumblers and glossy lacquerware tableware.

A Journey into the Heart of Kumiko Woodworking
Team Musubi learned more about kumiko a Japanese woodworking technique that uses no nails, at Ominato Bunkichi Shoten.

Visiting “TOFU SHOKUDO”: Secrets of Tofu Making and Its Appeal as an Ingredient
At restaurant TOFU SHOKUDO in Tokyo, we learned how tofu is made and its versatility in dishes in various cuisines.