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Memorable Japanese Gifts: For Your Colleagues and Business Relations

Memorable Japanese Gifts: For Your Colleagues and Business Relations

Memorable Japanese Gifts: For Your Colleagues and Business Relations
Lifestyle

Memorable Japanese Gifts: For Your Colleagues and Business Relations

Explore memorable Japanese gifts chosen for bosses, colleagues, and partners—each with meaning, story, and lasting impact.

Kakigori at Home: How Team Musubi Makes Shaved Ice
Food / Dining

Kakigori at Home: How Team Musubi Makes Shaved Ice

“Kakigori,” Japanese-style shaved ice, has been a standard summer treat that people will wait for hours in intense heat to enjoy.

The Finest Japanese Crafts Presented at the G7 Hiroshima Summit
Art / Craft

The Finest Japanese Crafts Presented at the G7 Hiroshima Summit

At the G7 Hiroshima Summit, which concluded on March 21, Prime Minister presented gifts to the heads of state and their partners as part of their hospitality.

Discover the Rich Charm of Shochu: Japan's Unique Spirit
Food / Dining

Discover the Rich Charm of Shochu: Japan's Unique Spirit

Shochu is a Japanese distilled spirit made from a variety of ingredients depending on the region.

Beautifully Blue Across the Table
Food / Dining

Beautifully Blue Across the Table

To create an elegant early summer setting, blue is a great choice as a main color. Its calming, tranquil atmosphere adds refinement that won't go unnoticed by your guests.

A Step-by-Step Guide for Ikebana Beginners Part 1
CultureInterior

A Step-by-Step Guide for Ikebana Beginners Part 1

Learn about Japanese flower arrangement with this beginner's guide, including techniques, tools, and tips for beginners.

A Step-by-Step Guide For Ikebana Beginners - Part 2
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A Step-by-Step Guide For Ikebana Beginners - Part 2

With guidance from an expert, learn how to refine your ikebana skills with new techniques for kenzan and small vases.

A Step-by-Step Guide For Ikebana Beginners - Part 3
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A Step-by-Step Guide For Ikebana Beginners - Part 3

In Part 3 of our ikebana lesson blog, we introduce two arrangements using large Kutani ware vases.

A New Dining Experience: Tradition Reborn with Modern Sensibilities
Food / Dining

A New Dining Experience: Tradition Reborn with Modern Sensibilities

Treat yourself to a fine dining experience at your home table with stunning tableware and decorative items that deliver tradition with modern sensibilities.

Experiencing Kintsugi Gold Repair
Art / Craft

Experiencing Kintsugi Gold Repair

"Kintsugi" is a Japanese art of repairing broken pottery, glass, lacquerware, and other items with a special type of lacquer.

Tips for Upgrading Your Space with Decorative Stands
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Tips for Upgrading Your Space with Decorative Stands

In this issue, we would like to introduce some ideas for using a decorative stand to display Japanese items in a more attractive and stylish way.

Fun at Home: Izakaya Dining
Food / Dining

Fun at Home: Izakaya Dining

See how we set this delightful tabletop filled with tableware items from unique to stylish. There is something for everyone to enjoy with this izakaya-style table design.

My Secret to Cooking Delicious Soba at Home
Food / Dining

My Secret to Cooking Delicious Soba at Home

As spring arrives and temperatures begin to rise in Tokyo, I often find myself craving the cool and refreshing taste of chilled soba noodles.

The Green Gems of May: Shincha
Food / Dining

The Green Gems of May: Shincha

Join us in exploring how shincha marks the delightful transition from spring to early summer in Japan and celebrate its sweet and aromatic allure.

Make Your Father Smile: Unforgettable Father's Day Gifts
Lifestyle

Make Your Father Smile: Unforgettable Father's Day Gifts

It’s almost time for another special day to show gratitude to your loving father or father figures.

Come and Discover the Charm of Japan's Izakaya Culture
Food / DiningCultureTravel

Come and Discover the Charm of Japan's Izakaya Culture

We will introduce Japan’s izakaya culture and tips on how to enjoy an izakaya to those unfamiliar with its charm and interested in visiting one someday.