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Precious Jewels: Tokyo's Exquisite Lacquerware Collection
We take a walk through the history of lacquerware at the Sen-oku Hakukokan Museum Tokyo in Roppongi.

Thanks, Mom: Gift Ideas for Mother's Day
This gift guide can help you find the perfect handcrafted Japanese presents for Mother's Day.

Beauty Blossoming—Japan’s Cherry Trees
Novelist Michael Pronko muses on Japan's sakura season and the crowds of people who love them too.

Exploring Artistic Kyoto’s Ceramic Culture
Take a trip to Kyoto with Team Musubi, exploring the ancient city's renowned artisans and ceramics.

Sake Elegance: The Dance of Celadon on Gold
Elevate a sake pairing with our table setting idea, featuring celadon tableware by Hataman Touen and Old Imari plates from Rinkuro Kiln.

We introduce five vases, traditional and modern, that will add Japanese flair to your springtime decor.

Tea Tasting in a Soft Spring Atmosphere
Spend a spring afternoon trying different kinds of Japanese tea, featuring pastel floral tea sets and celadon dishes.

Meet Konamon, the Japanese Take on Flour-Based Foods
Get a taste of a delicious genre of Japanese cuisine, konamon, which includes okonomiyaki, takoyaki, and more!

Springtime Noodles: A Soba Tray of Joy
Authenticity infuses our setting, with handcrafted soba trays bringing an extra layer of joy to the table.

Cupping Blossoms: Yunomi Teacups with a Floral Embrace
Welcome the freshness of spring with our bright floral Japanese teacups from Kokuzou Kiln in Ishikawa Prefecture.

Visiting Arita City: The Past and Present of Kaiseki Tableware
Team Musubi went on a historical journey to learn about the main production area of kaiseki tableware, Arita City.

Spring's Tea Time with Magewappa Bento Boxes
Treat your friends to a springtime tea time with our new Table Setting, featuring Magewappa Bento Boxes, handcrafted by Japanese artisans.

Preserving Heritage: The Art of Old Imari Replicas at Rinkuro Kiln
Rinkuro Kiln in Nagasaki prefecture specializes in Old Imari replicas, preserving a style first produced in 1610.

Elegance Reimagined: The Rimpa Legacy Through MUSUBI KILN's Collections
Take a journey through our selection of Rimpa tableware, known for its use of color and natural motifs.

Eating Japanese Food? Pair It with Japanese Beer
Learn about the history of Japanese beer and how to maximize the flavor and enjoyment with our selection of Bizen ware beer glasses.

Cracking Open the Wonderful World of Japan’s Tamago Cuisine
From sushi spot classic tamagoyaki to the world-famous tamago kake gohan (TKG), learn the stories behind popular Japanese egg dishes.





