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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.

The Charm of Matsukan Chopsticks
Whether colorful, traditional, or made from bamboo, Matsukan's chopsticks add joy and beauty to your dining table.

Japanese Wedding Traditions and Customs: 5 Unfamiliar and Unique Practices
Discover five unique traditional Japanese wedding customs, from marriage certificates to symbolic yomeiri-dogu, and more.

Embracing Early Summer with Bamboo Shoot Donabe Rice
As the warmth of May ushers in, tables are adorned with fresh seasonal vegetables, where bamboo shoots take center stage.

Finding An Hour's Peace in Roppongi with Japanese Sake
Join us for a sake experience at Hasegawa Eiga, where flavors are paired with historical context and exclusive sake cups.

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: A Journey Through the Chabako Tea Ceremony
Learn about the history, use, and significance of chabako, wooden boxes used to hold tools for Japanese tea ceremonies.





