Musubi Kiln Journal

The Art of Community in Higashi-Iwase

Discover Higashi-Iwase’s revival led by Masuda Ryuichiro, turning a once-declining town into a vibrant artists enclave.

Simple Steps for Japanese Table Setting: Finding Inspiration

Learn about Japanese table setting with expert Mizutani Mieko, and discover her tips for finding balance and inspiration.

Woods Used in Traditional Japanese Crafts

Learn about Japan's finest woods, with insights on their unique properties and many uses in Japanese traditional crafts.

What is Nerikiri? All About Japan's Traditional Confection

Discover fall wagashi that embody the flavors of autumn in Japan. Learn about nerikiri, kurikinton, ohagi, and more.

What is Hanazume?

Learn about Hanazume, a Kutani ware style adorned with vivid florals and elegant gold.

Takade Eiji: A Life Etched in Wajima

Explore the life of Takade Eiji, a master of chinkin—the intricate art of carving and inlaying gold in Wajima lacquerware.

Excellence Endorsed: Celebrating Japan’s Most Honored Creators

Discover the significance of being a Japanese Imperial Household purveyor, an honor held by kilns with unmatched quality.

Golden Moments: Matcha for the Fall Season

Savor the season with matcha in elegant glass chawans, paired perfectly with Arita ware porcelain bento boxes, frosted gold and silver plates, and more.

5 Important Tips for A Beautiful Japanese Dinner Setting

The secret of the beauty of Japanese tableware lies in the harmony of various tableware of different colors and shapes.

Japanese Motifs with Fall Inspiration

Discover Japanese fall motifs and items inspired by autumn’s beauty, featuring maple leaves, chrysanthemums, and more.

Hasegawa Akari's Summer Donabe Recipe: Swordfish Stew with Tomato and Bell Peppers

Make a delicious summer donabe stew with swordfish, tomato, and bell peppers, created by chef Hasegawa Akari.

Tasting Toyama at Sushi Jinjin

Savor the flavors at Standing Sushi Jinjin, where Chef Kimura crafts Tokyo-style sushi using local Toyama 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.

Layered Beauty: Yamanaka Lacquerware Bowls for a Japanese Breakfast

Discover the layered beauty of a Japanese breakfast table with Yamanaka lacquerware. Featuring oryoki bowls, bamboo basketry coasters, and more.

The Nutritious Magic of Japanese Mushrooms

Explore the rich flavors and health benefits of delicious Japanese mushrooms like shiitake, matsutake, and maitake.

Glass from the Past: A Visit to the Hirota Glass Japanese Glass Museum

Voyagez dans le temps au musée du verre Hirota, où l'héritage du verre japonais vintage prend vie.