November 22, 2021

[Sori Yanagi's Whisk] Sori Yanagi is one of Japan's leading industrial designers of the 20th century. His works include the Butterfly Stool, and he is regarded as one of the greatest contributors to postwar industrial design in Japan.

[Sori Yanagi's Whisk]

Sori Yanagi is one of Japan's leading industrial designers of the 20th century. His works include the Butterfly Stool, which combines a unique shape with practicality, and he is regarded as one of the greatest contributors to postwar industrial design in Japan.

The whisk designed by Sori Yanagi has more wires than a regular whisk, allowing it to whisk with air more efficiently.

The handle is made shorter in relation to the overall length, so it is less likely to strain the wrist even after long hours of use. Meringue and cream can be whipped into a fine and firm froth in an amazingly short time.

Our staff recommends the combination with the Stainless Steel Bowl 23cm, also made by Sori Yanagi. Using a larger bowl will allow you to stir and whisk more quickly. It can be used to make Spanish omelets, homemade mayonnaise, and many other dishes. We hope you will consider it.

Sori Yanagi's Whisk
https://www.shokunin.com/en/yanagisori/awadate.html
Sori Yanagi's Stainless Steel Bowl 23cm
https://www.shokunin.com/en/yanagisori/bowl.html

Reference
https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%9F%B3%E5%AE%97%E7%90%86

November 22, 2021

[Swedish Meatballs in Cream Stew] In Sweden, meatballs called "köttbullar" are a staple of home cooking. In Japan, Swedish meatballs are also served at IKEA restaurants, and we believe more and more people associate Swedish food with meatballs.

[Swedish Meatballs in Cream Stew]

In Sweden, meatballs called "köttbullar" are a staple of home cooking. In Japan, Swedish meatballs are also served at IKEA restaurants, and we believe more and more people associate Swedish food with meatballs.

A special feature of Swedish meatballs is that the cream sauce is garnished with "lingonberry jam," a sweet and sour cranberry-like jam. In Japan, they are called "kokemomo."

Many recipes call for ground beef and pork, but if you make them with ground chicken, the meatballs will have a distinct white color combined with the cream sauce. Instead of bread crumbs, you can soak torn bread in milk and mix it to make it even softer.

If you cook it in a deep Rikucho Ogasawara's Frying Pan, you can bring it to the table fresh and hot. We hope you will give it a try.

Rikucho Ogasawara's Frying Pan
https://www.shokunin.com/en/rikucho/fryingpan.html

Reference
https://www.lecreuset.co.jp/recipe/recipe/meat_ball_cream/ (Recipe)

November 21, 2021

Hosomi Museum is a private museum in the Okazaki area, a cultural zone in Kyoto, that exhibits and displays a variety of masterpieces of Japanese art and crafts from almost every period of history.

Hosomi Museum is a private museum in the Okazaki area, a cultural zone in Kyoto, that exhibits and displays a variety of masterpieces of Japanese art and crafts from almost every period of history, from Shinto and Buddhist art to the art of the tea ceremony and Edo paintings such as Rimpa and Ito Jakuchu, always with fascinating special exhibitions.

The Hosomi family, which opened the museum in 1998, has been actively collecting art for three generations, from the first generation to the grandchildren. Because it is a private collection, the tastes and characteristics of each of the three generations of the Hosomi family as collectors are reflected in the collected works.

The museum is located at the corner of the intersection of Nijo Street and north-south road that runs parallel to the Lake Biwa Canal. From the outside, it looks rather small, with chocolate-colored exterior walls. However, once you enter, you will notice that the basement has been excavated and is surprisingly spacious. The exhibition rooms are located from the first floor to the second basement floor, and visitors can go down the stairs beside the atrium to the next exhibition room. The unique and dynamic architecture is truly inspiring.

In addition, the "Cafe Cube," with its open atrium and "Japanese" taste, offers a modern space where you can enjoy a casual lunch course or coffee. Why not enjoy antipasto and meat dishes as a break from the exhibition.

When you visit Kyoto, we recommend you visit the Hosomi Museum, which is full of charm and character. When you do, please try our various walking goods as well.

Hosomi Museum
https://goo.gl/maps/9ZNdRGMKB5Ay8qaL6
Okai Mafu Shoten's Handwoven Linen Handkerchief
https://www.shokunin.com/en/okai/handkerchief.html　
Komiya Shoten's Mira Toray Folding Umbrella
https://www.shokunin.com/en/komiya/
6SHiKi's Messenger Bag
https://www.shokunin.com/en/6shiki/messenger.html

References
https://www.emuseum.or.jp/about/index.html
https://ja.kyoto.travel/tourism/single01.php?category_id=11&tourism_id=816
https://www.kyotodeasobo.com/art/static/column/museum_kikou/18_01.html#.YX-egdbP23I

Shokunin.com Blog

November 2021

[Sori Yanagi's Whisk] Sori Yanagi is one of Japan's leading industrial designers of the 20th century. His works include the Butterfly Stool, and he is regarded as one of the greatest contributors to postwar industrial design in Japan.

[Swedish Meatballs in Cream Stew] In Sweden, meatballs called "köttbullar" are a staple of home cooking. In Japan, Swedish meatballs are also served at IKEA restaurants, and we believe more and more people associate Swedish food with meatballs.

Hosomi Museum is a private museum in the Okazaki area, a cultural zone in Kyoto, that exhibits and displays a variety of masterpieces of Japanese art and crafts from almost every period of history.