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What is Akae-Saibyo "Iidaya" style?

What is Akae-Saibyo "Iidaya" style?

What is Akae-Saibyo "Iidaya" style?
Art / Craft

What is Akae-Saibyo "Iidaya" style?

Akae-saibyo–red dots and lines with intricate detalization–has an eye-catching, detailed beauty.

What is Kutani Sometsuke Style?
Art / Craft

What is Kutani Sometsuke Style?

Sometsuke is a style that paints a canvas only in indigo pigments. The beauty of this style attracts the viewer with its subtleness.

An Onigiri Lunch with Comforting Kutani Ware
Food / Dining

An Onigiri Lunch with Comforting Kutani Ware

One of the most beloved and iconic food items in Japan, the "onigiri" is a simple lightly salted rice ball with fillings, and is often served as a snack.

Dress Your Table with Colorful Flowers
Food / Dining

Dress Your Table with Colorful Flowers

Featuring gentle and joyful colors, tableware from Atelier Yu will make your mealtimes more pleasurable.

Ask the Staff: Places to Visit in Spring
Travel

Ask the Staff: Places to Visit in Spring

Team Musubi shares favorite spring destinations in Japan, from cherry blossom views to nostalgic flavors and hidden gems.

Hot Tea at the Table with Colorful Nambu Ironware Cast Iron Teapots
Food / Dining

Hot Tea at the Table with Colorful Nambu Ironware Cast Iron Teapots

Perfectly placed at the center of this stylish setting, a gorgeously hued cast iron teapot is a delight to behold. It invites your guests to enjoy hot tea at the table.

Brunch with Mino Ware in Turkish Blue
Food / Dining

Brunch with Mino Ware in Turkish Blue

Let authentic Mino ware items heighten your brunch occasion with their comforting texture and beautiful color.

Lunch Party in Pretty Spring Colors
Food / Dining

Lunch Party in Pretty Spring Colors

Enjoy a friendly gathering with plates and menus in vibrant spring-inspired shades to capture the essence of seasonal cheer.

Nature's Gift in a Bento Box
Food / DiningArt / Craft

Nature's Gift in a Bento Box

Experience the soft, fresh aroma and smooth texture of Kishu cypress with the Hollowed Out Bento Box Series.

Interview with an Artist: Kaichiro Yamada - Designer of Hutlery
Art / Craft

Interview with an Artist: Kaichiro Yamada - Designer of Hutlery

Discover the inspiration behind Kaichiro’s beautiful designs and the process of making Hutlery products.

Cherry Blossom Celebration
Food / Dining

Cherry Blossom Celebration

A buffet-style lunch is a wonderful way to serve a wide variety of dishes and to entertain guests in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.

Dining with My Daughter
Food / DiningLifestyle

Dining with My Daughter

I still vividly remember those few months when my culinary repertoire was limited to mashed veggies, yogurt and oatmeal with cut bananas.

A Japanese Style Lunch in an Auspicious Spring Motif
Food / Dining

A Japanese Style Lunch in an Auspicious Spring Motif

Set the table for an authentic Japanese style meal with auspicious designs in a plum motif using a lacquerware Jubako bento box and beautiful Arita ware.

Hinamatsuri Tea Party
Food / Dining

Hinamatsuri Tea Party

Celebrate Hinamatsuri with a charming tea party and pastel-hued tableware, festive Arita plates, and seasonal sweets.

Timeless Treasures: Japan's Love of Celadon Porcelain Throughout the Years
CultureArt / Craft

Timeless Treasures: Japan's Love of Celadon Porcelain Throughout the Years

Discover Japan's timeless love for celadon porcelain, from ancient imperial treasures to captivating modern masterpieces.

Kutani Ware Styles Born from Japan's Modernization
Art / Craft

Kutani Ware Styles Born from Japan's Modernization

There are various Kutani ware styles and techniques, ranging from gosai-de derived from Ko-Kutani, to the popular Akae–fine red painting.