04Sep
The art of Takezaiku in Bento-bako and the durability of bamboo weaving
Traditional bamboo Bento-bako are meal containers celebrated for their lightness and natural breathability. Products of
Food
03Sep
The Irori and the Culture of the Domestic Hearth in Traditional Japanese Homes
In traditional Minka, the Irori was a hearth embedded in the wooden floor, serving as
03Sep
The Donabe clay pot: Japan’s secret to slow cooking
The Donabe, a Japanese earthenware pot, transforms slow cooking into a rich, flavorful experience. Crafted
01Sep
Suribachi and Surikogi: The grooved ceramic mortar and wooden pestle
The Suribachi (ceramic mortar) and Surikogi (wooden pestle) are fundamental tools in Japanese cuisine, central
31Aug
Preparing Amazake, the warm, fermented drink that boosts health
Amazake, a traditional Japanese beverage, is renowned for its sweetness and restorative properties. It’s made
27Aug
Seikatsu and the culture of everyday objects in Japanese domestic routine
Seikatsu, the organization of daily life in Japan, is revealed through the meticulous selection of
