22Jul
Katagami design: Bringing nature indoors
Katagami, traditional stencils hand-carved from multi-layered washi paper, have adorned shoji panels with exquisite patterns
Tag: Iconic Objects
17Jul
A summer ofuro bath that refreshes body and mind
The ofuro, a traditional Japanese bath, transforms into a refreshing ritual in summer, nourishing kenko
15Jul
The Japanese cushion that transforms how you sit
The zabuton is a cushion traditionally padded with cotton (men) and covered in durable fabric,
12Jul
Karakuri: mechanisms of ephemeral wonder
Karakuri are ingenious mechanisms, ranging from complex animated dolls to small, ephemeral summer toys. Crafted
11Jul
Kasuri: a textile of resilience and visual storytelling
Kasuri is an ancient and distinctive Japanese fabric, born from the meticulous resist-dyeing of threads
08Jul
Chabudai: The low table that brings Japanese families together
The chabudai (ちゃぶ台), a low table that embodies the beating heart of the Japanese home,
