Musubi Kiln Journal

Early Summer Escape: Travel Through Tableware

Travel Japan through tableware this summer. Explore handcrafted pieces from Kyoto, Tokyo, Akita, and more.

Guide to Edo Kiriko

Explore Edo Kiriko, Tokyo’s iconic cut glass art. Handcrafted with precision, each piece dazzles with timeless beauty.

Breezy Bites: Summer in Blue-and-White

Host a relaxed summer buffet with sometsuke blue-and-white tableware, refreshing Edo glass, and seasonal bites.

Guide to Ramen Bowls

Find the ideal ramen bowl by learning about size, shape, and design for every style.

Nihonga: The Art of Japanese Painting

Explore the elegant world of nihonga, Japanese painting rooted in nature and tradition.

7 Lucky Japanese Patterns

Discover eight traditional Japanese patterns that are used in kimonos, crafts, and more, plus insights on their meanings.

Stacked for Summer: Bento in Bamboo

Set the table for summer with bamboo bento boxes, airy glassware, and seasonal Japanese tableware.

Nambu Ironware's Charm: Warmth for Body and Heart

Learn about Nambu tekki, Japanese cast ironware from Iwate and how it brings warmth to both body and soul.

How to Care for Nambu Ironware

Learn how to care for Nambu ironware kettles and teapots, with tips for seasoning, maintenance, cleaning, and daily use.

Guide to Japanese Bamboo Crafts

Explore the history, beauty, and sustainability of Japanese bamboo crafts.

What is Japanese Sake? A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the history, brewing process, and types of Japanese sake. Learn how to enjoy and pair sake.

How to Care for Kakejiku

Learn how to care for a Japanese hanging scroll, or kakejiku, tips to preserve its beauty over time.

Breathing Bamboo: The Art of Japanese Painting by Mino Shodo

Discover Mino Shodo’s expressive ink paintings of bamboo, capturing the spirit of nature through traditional brushwork.

A Chopsticks Set for Amazing Gifts

Celebrate milestones with handcrafted Japanese chopsticks sets, featuring cherry blossoms, gold leaf, and lucky motifs.

A Modern Tokyo Family’s Life in a Traditional Japanese House

Learn how a Tokyo family transformed a 100-year-old kominka into a modern and traditional dream home.

5 Unique Gifts for Father's Day

Make Father's Day special with our selection of unique Japanese gifts, including sake sets, bento boxes, mugs, and more.