20Aug
The geometric rhythm of Sashiko in contemporary textile design
Sashiko is a traditional Japanese functional embroidery technique, where the use of a thick thread
Tag: Iconic Objects
20Aug
The Kyūsu teapot and tea culture in everyday Japanese life
The Kyūsu, the traditional Japanese teapot with a side handle, symbolizes Seikatsu (the material care
16Aug
Nail-less wood joints in Japanese furniture design
The art of Japanese woodworking finds new expression in modern design, where material, technique, and
13Aug
How Urushi, Bento-bako, and Furoshiki are Redefining Everyday Sustainability in Japan
Japan is rediscovering everyday sustainability through traditional objects that reinvent the concept of reuse. Furoshiki,
11Aug
The Kotatsu as a modern hearth: The warmth of Japanese tradition in today’s home
The Kotatsu (炬燵) is the heated table that, come autumn, transforms Japanese homes into cozy
08Aug
The art of perfect joinery: Yosegi’s origin in mathematics, wood, and tradition
Yosegi is the fascinating Japanese geometric marquetry that transforms the natural grain and colors of
