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Breezy Buffet: Sharing Spring Fun with Shokado Bento Boxes
Celebrate the warmth with our cheerful table setting for a springtime buffet featuring seasonal Japanese dishes in a Shokado bento box.

Hop into Spring: Gift Ideas Featuring Rabbit Motifs
Add a touch of spring with this selection of rabbit-themed gifts, from charming furoshiki to adorable chopstick rests.

Spring’s Messenger: The Colorful Palette of Early Blooms
Welcome spring with Japan’s early blooms. Discover the beauty and meaning of sakura, mimosa, peach blossoms, and lilies.

A Lively Lunch with Delightful Dishes in a Jubako Bento Box
Enjoy a spring-inspired table setting of sushi placed in a bold jubako bento box, with gold crane chopstick rests and plum blossom plates.

Beneath the Glaze: The Depth and Beauty of Kinzangama's Porcelain
Gold leaf, fire, and tradition shine in Kinzangama’s porcelain, brought to life by master artisan Yoshita Minori.

Exploring the Subtle Depths: The Art of Yugen in Japanese Culture
Discover Yugen, a value ingrained in Japanese culture and arts celebrating the subtle beauty and depth of the invisible.

Realms of Enchantment: Life and Art of Yoshita Minori
Yoshita Minori brought extraordinary artistry to this prestigious Japanese craft, particularly through his mastery of the yuri kinsai technique.

MUSUBI KILN Chado Series: Invitation to the Japanese Tea Ceremony
Explore the culture of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, from etiquette and hospitality to utensils and decoration.

Exquisite Sake Experience with Edo Kiriko Cups
This table setting is sophisticated and vibrant with the addition of colorful, luminous Edo Kiriko sake cups.

5 Simple Steps in This Japanese Recipe: Sweet and Spicy Tofu Bowl
Try your hand at the Sweet and Spicy Tofu Bowl from culinary expert Hasegawa Akari! A simple yet healthy dish in 5 quick steps.

Mastering Tradition and Innovation: Art of Aizu Lacquerware
An exclusive interview with Aizu lacquerware master, Komatsu Shigeo, discussing the history, the process, and his journey.

KURASHIKI MUSEUM OF FOLK-CRAFT
We visit one of Japan's most popular cultural spots, the Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft, housed in an Edo period building.

Japanese Comfort Food in 2 Steps: Tuna and Tomato with Sesame Oil
This seriously simple and delicious 2-step recipe from chef Hasegawa Akari will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.

Recipe for Success: Hasegawa Akari's Secret to Delicious Meals
Hasegawa Akari, a home cooking expert, is pioneering a new wave in traditional Japanese kitchens with her wide variety of dishes that are tasty and stylish .

From Daikon Delight to Gobo Glam: Celebrating Japan's Beloved Veggies
Dive into the world of Japanese vegetables, and discover how they enrich Japanese cuisine through their flavors, textures, and colors.

Hand in Hand, Rebuilding the Treasured Traditional Crafts of Ishikawa
An update on the Musubi Love project, our collective effort to send support to victims of the Noto Peninsula earthquake.





