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5 Motifs That Feel Like Japanese Summer

5 Motifs That Feel Like Japanese Summer

5 Motifs That Feel Like Japanese Summer
CultureArt / Craft

5 Motifs That Feel Like Japanese Summer

In this issue, we introduce five motifs that make you feel the summer in Japan, and suggest recommended items associated with each.

How to Make Katsudon and Set the Table to Match
Food / Dining

Recipe: Hearty Katsudon & Matching Table Setting

Learn how to make katsudon at home with our easy recipe and tips, plus everything to complete your donburi table.

Guide to Cooking Chopsticks
Lifestyle

Guide to Cooking Chopsticks

Learn how to choose, care for, and enjoy bamboo saibashi cooking chopsticks, essential tools for everyday kitchen use.

How to Care for Japanese Copper Cookware
Lifestyle

How to Care for Japanese Copper Cookware

Learn how to care for Japanese copper cookware, from seasoning to cleaning, so it stays beautiful and functional.

Japan’s Traditional Sparklers: The Behind-the-Scenes Story
Culture

Japan’s Traditional Sparklers: The Behind-the-Scenes Story

Discover the quiet beauty of Japan’s traditional sparklers, senko-hanabi, handheld fireworks.

Summer’s Palette: The Radiant Beauty of Flowers
Lifestyle

Summer’s Palette: The Radiant Beauty of Flowers

Learn about Japan's vibrant summer flowers, and how each type brings a unique charm, color, and fragrance to the season.

Shaped by Hand, Moved by Nature
Art / Craft

Shaped by Hand, Moved by Nature: Yamaura Saori

Explore the quiet beauty of Yamaura Saori’s hand-shaped ceramics, inspired by nature, daily life, and white glaze.

Japanese Charm for Every Room: Thoughtful Home Decor Gifts
Interior

Japanese Charm for Every Room: Thoughtful Home Decor Gifts

From wind chimes to incense burners, explore Japanese decor pieces that bring quiet charm and graceful detail to any room.

Guide to Japanese Teaware
LifestyleCultureArt / Craft

Guide to Japanese Teaware

Discover essential Japanese teaware and create a serene, meaningful tea ritual rooted in tradition.

A Tasty Tour of Japan's Seasonal Summer Sweets
Food / Dining

A Tasty Tour of Japan's Seasonal Summer Sweets

Explore Japan’s seasonal summer wagashi, from refreshing shaved ice to jewel-like mizu manju, each paired with elegant tableware.

Staff Picks: Home Kitchen Must-Haves
Lifestyle

Staff Picks: Home Kitchen Must-Haves

Discover the kitchen tools our staff use at home, from heirloom knives to bamboo chopsticks.

Master Tamagoyaki with a Copper Pan
Food / DiningArt / Craft

Master Tamagoyaki with a Copper Pan

Master fluffy Japanese omelettes with a copper tamagoyaki pan. Learn step-by-step tips, care instructions, and more.

A Sparkling Journey Through Japanese Soda Ramune
Food / Dining

A Sparkling Journey Through Japanese Soda Ramune

Learn about Ramune, Japan’s nostalgic summer soda, from its British roots to its iconic marble bottle and endless flavors.

Recipe: Mizu Yokan Recipe for A Sweet Summer Table
Food / Dining

Recipe: Mizu Yokan for A Sweet Summer Table

Learn how to make, chill, slice, and serve refreshing mizu yokan with Japanese plates and tea for summer.

What Is Ukiyo-e? A Guide to Japan’s Iconic Woodblock Print Art
CultureArt / Craft

What Is Ukiyo-e? A Look into Japan’s Iconic Woodblock Print Art

Explore the beauty of ukiyo-e, from Edo-era art history to home goods inspired by Hokusai and Utamaro.

What is Sometsuke?
Art / Craft

What is Sometsuke?

Learn about sometsuke, Japan’s blue-and-white porcelain art. Explore its history, regional styles, and techniques.