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Matcha is not only something to drink, but something you take part in as you make it. The steps may be simple, yet each is guided by tools shaped for that pur...

Cozy Stoneware to Make Your Winter Warm and Bright
Stay warm this winter with Japanese stoneware. Explore mugs, donabe pots, and bowls designed to retain heat.

Understanding Japan’s National Treasures and Living National Treasures
Learn the meaning of Japan’s National Treasures and Living National Treasures.

Kintsugi Repair Experience: The Meaning Behind Golden Restoration
Kintsugi is often introduced as a beautiful craft, but in practice, it begins with something very ordinary: a bowl that slipped, a cup that cracked, a broken ...

Nakada Kazuo: A Master of Silver on Porcelain
Meet Nakada Kazuo, a master artisan of Kutani ware and underglaze silver leaf.

How to Sharpen Your Japanese Knife: A Beginner’s Guide
Learn step-by-step instructions for sharpening double-bevel Japanese knives with a whetstone.

The World of Raku Ware: Form, Fire, and Wabi
Discover Raku ware, shaped by hand and fire. Explore its history and the timeless beauty of Japanese tea bowls.

Behind the Scenes at A Raku Ware Workshop
Explore the grace of Raku ware, born from firelight for the tea ceremony, its history, philosophy, and living craftsmanship in Kyoto.

Style your home with Japanese winter vases featuring camellia motifs, gold and silver details, and quiet seasonal beauty.

Upgrade Donabe Night: Tableware & Tools for a Better Hot Pot Dinner
Create an authentic Japanese hot pot setup with donabe essentials and table tools that keep the meal flowing.

Custom Orders Now Available in MUSUBI Gallery
Commission a one-of-a-kind artwork from MUSUBI Gallery, featuring museum-level Japanese craftsmanship by master artisans.

Hariya Kinuyo: Soft in Form, Powerful Beneath
Meet maki-e artist Kinuyo Hariya and discover the story behind her maneki neko, made from lacquer and gold.

Uncover how snow shapes Japanese life, culture, and crafts, from winter traditions to snow-inspired tableware.

Ask Team Musubi: Real New Year’s Resolutions in Our Home Kitchens
Get inspired by real New Year’s kitchen resolutions, from healthy cooking and meal prep to mindful tea time.

Discovering the Treasures of a Japanese Antique Market
Step into Japan’s antique markets and enjoy a treasure hunt through centuries of pottery, art, and more.






