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Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji

Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji

Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji
Food / DiningTravel

Where Edo’s Flavors Linger: Visiting Kakuyama Honten in Tsukiji

Step inside a Tsukiji workshop to see how Edo-style fu is handmade and why this humble vegan food deserves a second look.

10 Thoughtful Gifts for Mother's Day
Lifestyle

10 Thoughtful Gifts for Mother's Day

Explore 10 heartfelt Japanese gifts for Mother’s Day, from teaware to decor, crafted to show your love.

Clay Pot Delights for Children's Day
Food / Dining

Clay Pot Delights for Children's Day

Celebrate Children’s Day with a festive seasonal dishes and playful plates set around a chrysanthemum donabe.

Cherry Blossom Gifts to Brighten Your Spring
LifestyleCulture

Cherry Blossom Gifts to Brighten Your Spring

Cherish the fleeting charm of sakura with gifts that bring Japan’s springtime poetry into daily life.

Guide to Japanese Kabuto Samurai Helmet Ornaments
CultureInterior

Guide to Japanese Kabuto Samurai Helmet Ornaments

Learn about kabuto samurai helmet ornaments, symbols of strength, artistry, and Japanese decor rooted in tradition.

Best Wishes for Children
CultureInterior

Best Wishes for Children

Discover Japanese gifts that carry heartfelt wishes for a child’s future, symbolizing luck, growth, and joy.

The Surprising History of the Japanese Kitchen
Food / DiningCulture

The Surprising History of the Japanese Kitchen

Discover how Japanese kitchens evolved from ancient hearths to sleek modern spaces over thousands of years.

Shades of the Seasons: Gift Ideas with Spring Colors
Lifestyle

Shades of the Seasons: Gift Ideas with Spring Colors

Refresh any spring occasion with seasonally-inspired gifts. Explore delicate pinks, vibrant greens, and elegant designs.

France to Japan: A Chef’s Cross-Border Culinary Journey
Food / DiningTravel

France to Japan: A Chef’s Cross-Border Culinary Journey

Discover Chef Victor Emmanuel’s journey from French fine dining to crafting luxury Japanese cuisine and sushi.

An Afternoon with Pristine Porcelain
Food / Dining

An Afternoon with Pristine Porcelain

Savor the serenity of celadon from Nabeshima Kosen Kiln. A tranquil table setting of tea, wagashi, and seasonal beauty.

Sakura Bento Days: A Hanami Picnic for Two
Food / Dining

Sakura Bento Days: A Hanami Picnic for Two

Set a cherry blossom picnic for two with bento boxes, sakeware, and spring treats. Simple, seasonal, and serene.

Admiring the Beauty of Floral Art at Sannomaru Shozokan
CultureArt / CraftTravel

Admiring the Beauty of Floral Art at Sannomaru Shozokan

Discover floral masterpieces at Sannomaru Shozokan's "Hyakka Hiraku," showcasing art treasured by Japan's Imperial Family.

The Secret Behind  the Beauty of the Japanese Sword
CultureArt / CraftTravel

The Secret Behind the Beauty of the Japanese Sword

Young swordsmiths in Kyoto revive Japanese katana-making. Discover their craft, tradition, and bold new vision.

How to Plate Sushi at Home
Food / DiningLifestyle

How to Plate Sushi at Home

Master sushi plating with expert tips for nigiri, maki, chirashi, and temaki using simple yet stunning techniques.

Spring Fresh: Exploring Japan’s Delicious Fruit Sandwiches
Food / DiningCultureTravel

Spring Fresh: Exploring Japan’s Delicious Fruit Sandwiches

Explore artistry behind Japan’s fruit sandwiches at at Shinjuku Takano Fruits Parlor in Tokyo.

The Art of Kodo: Exploring Japanese Incense Culture at Juttoku.
CultureTravel

The Art of Kodo: Exploring Japanese Incense Culture at Juttoku.

Experience the meditative world of Japanese incense at Juttoku., where scent, history, and craftsmanship intertwine.