17Sep
The curious Japanese concept of a bento box that breathes
The Magewappa is a traditional Japanese bento container crafted from thin, bent layers of Sugi
Craft
16Sep
One drum, diverse roles: taiko in Kagura and Buddhism
The taiko, Japan’s iconic drum, possesses a versatile sonic soul, its ritual function deeply shaped
14Sep
Katsuobushi: the soul of perfect dashi for authentic Japanese ramen
Katsuobushi, made from skipjack tuna through a complex process of smoking and drying, is a
12Sep
Experiencing a ryokan through its handcrafted objects
Artisanal objects are at the heart of the contemporary ryokan experience, revealing authentic Japanese hospitality.
11Sep
The Bokken and Koshirae: designing the wooden training sword for martial arts
The Bokken, the wooden training sword for Bujutsu, is crafted following the principles of Koshirae,
10Sep
Kokedama and the moss ball that embraces roots without a pot
Kokedama is a botanical micro-architecture, a design object that allows plants to take shape without
