Food / Dining

How to Snap Beautiful Food & Tableware Photos with Your Phone

Capture stunning food & tableware photos with your phone with these simple tips to master lighting, angles, framing.

A Tea Table in Bloom: Arita Ware and Seasonal Sweets

Set the scene for tea time with Arita ware, kabazaiku, and Kyo ware, savoring seasonal sweets and timeless craftsmanship.

A Joyful Spring Table with Vibrant Sauce Plates

Create a vibrant spring table with Kutani sauce plates, Mino and Bizen ware, tatami placemats, and seasonal flavors.

The Wild Taste of Spring: Japan’s Bitter Mountain Vegetables

Learn about Japan’s spring sansai—wild mountain vegetables with a deep-rooted history in Japanese cuisine.

A Fresh Table of Spring Delights

Celebrate spring with a vibrant table setting featuring Tobe ware’s robust charm and Shigaraki ware’s timeless elegance.

Boxed & Beautiful: A Spring Party with a Shokado Touch

Host a spring gathering with seasonal charm, featuring pastel hues, lacquered accents, and a Shokado bento box.

The Art of Plating: Lessons from Rosanjin and Japanese Chefs

Discover how Rosanjin’s philosophy shaped Japanese plating, plus expert tips from Michelin-starred chef Nakajima Sadaharu.

Amazake: A Japanese Super Drink

Naturally sweet and nutrient-rich, learn about this centuries-old Japanese drink packed with history and health benefits.

Vegan Japan: Bringing the Flavors of Mori Café in Paris to Your Home

Julia Boucachard’s cookbook Vegan Japan brings plant-based Japanese recipes from Mori Café, including vegan nikujaga.

A Bite of the Past: Taste the Richness of Japan's Edo Era

Explore the flavors of Edo-period Japan through sushi, soba, and more, brought to life in stunning ukiyo-e prints.

Guide to Sake Warmers

Master the art of warming sake with our guide to sake warmers, heating methods, and finding the ideal temperature.

Guide to Japanese Trays & Placemats

Transform your table with Japanese trays and placemats. Explore unique designs, materials, and tips for table settings.

A Warm and Sweet Hinamatsuri Gathering

Style a stunning Hinamatsuri table with Edo Kiriko glass, celadon plates, and a cherry blossom Jubako bento box.

From Pot to Plate: Ishikari Nabe with Blue-and-White Charm

Set a warm, inviting table with Ishikari nabe, served in a rustic cast iron pot and blue-and-white sometsuke plates.

Your Perfect Nightcap Companion

End your day with Japanese drinkware. Explore sake sets, Edo Kiriko glasses, and more to elevate your nightcap.

Comforting Moments at the Family Winter Table

Gather around a winter table with rustic accents, creating an ichiju-sansai meal in a cozy space for warmth and tradition.