12Sep
Experiencing a ryokan through its handcrafted objects
Artisanal objects are at the heart of the contemporary ryokan experience, revealing authentic Japanese hospitality.
Tag: Traditional Values
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,
08Sep
Japanese Hasami scissors: types, materials, and a conscious choice
Japanese Hasami scissors are symbols of artisanal precision, combining Hagane steel for the cutting edge
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
01Sep
The Jūnihitoe and the refined art of layered textiles in Japanese tradition
Worn by ladies of the Heian court, the Jūnihitoe was a twelve-layered garment, representing the
22Aug
Organizing home space with the modularity of Japanese Tansu
Born from Japanese wisdom, Tansu storage chests combine spatial efficiency and ease of transport through
