Interviews

Caroline’s Table: The Story Behind Pickled Plum

Chef and blogger Caroline shares her journey through Pickled Plum, a beloved site for recipes, heartfelt stories, and cultural flavor.

Unraveling "Zen Gardens": The Art of Japanese Serenity

Discover the artistry of "Zen gardens," where nature, philosophy, and tradition shape spaces for reflection and peace.

Quiet Passion in Every Brushstroke: The Artistry of Satomi Toshitaka

Learn about Satomi Toshitaka, a Mikawachi ware craftsman whose passion and refined brushwork carry centuries of tradition.

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.

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.

A Classicist of Sometsuke: Yamamoto Choza

Kutani ware craftsman Yamamoto Choza blends traditional techniques with current trends to craft sometsuke masterpieces.

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.

How to Choose the Perfect Sake Cup with Expert Tips

Learn how to choose the perfect sake cup with expert tips from a sommelier, including the best cups for each sake type.

Taking the Confusion out of Fusion with Chef Masa of O-Ku

Experience Chef Masa Hamaya's fusion of flavors at O-ku in Atlanta, where Japanese traditions mix with local ingredients.

Visiting Toyama's Master Craftspeople: Two Potters and a Washi Artisan

Meet three master artisans from Toyama, Japan, as they share their crafts and traditions in a serene countryside setting.

IWA's Sake Brewing in Toyama

Discover IWA, where Japan's ancient sake traditions merge with French winemaking artistry, led by legend Richard Geoffroy.

Yamada Yoshiaki: Mastery in Sketching and the Beauty of Blank Space

Meet Yamada Yoshiaki, a master of Kutani ware painting whose intricate sketches blend nature's beauty with blank space.

Discovering the Art of Sake Pairing at Shuzen Sameshima

Explore a nine-course meal at Shuzen Sameshima, where traditional kappo cuisine is complemented by expertly paired sake.

Nishikata Hiroshi : l'expertise de l'industrie de la joaillerie au service de l'innovation Tsuiki

Discover how Nishikata Hiroshi blends jewelry expertise with traditional tsuiki metal craftsmanship at Seigado.

Fukushima Reiko: Conveying the Charm of Akae-Saibyo With Modern Sensibilities

Meet Kutani ware artisan Fukushima Reiko, who combines modern styles with traditional red akae-saibyo painting techniques.

Nishikata Ryota: The Passion and Challenges of Tsuiki

Learn about tsuiki from master craftsman Nishikata Ryota, who creates intricate metal pieces in the pursuit of perfection.