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August 14, 2018

This is the pendant lamp in our showroom.

This is the pendant lamp in our showroom.
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[Yamaichi's Koyamaki Bath Bucket] Yamaichi's bath set, popular both in Japan and overseas, now includes a bath bucket made of Koyamaki (Japanese umbrella pine).

[Indigo Classic's Handkerchief Has Been Added] This indigo-dyed handkerchief is beautifully crafted by hand, with every detail meticulously dyed.

[Copper Kettle: A Companion in My New Life] Several years ago, when I moved to Otaru, a certain object came along with me. It was Azmaya's Copper Kettle.

[The Story of Uzuki] Spring has arrived. In Japan, April marks the beginning of the new fiscal and academic year. Historically, this month was called “Uzuki.”

[Chicken Noodle Soup: The American Comfort Food] In American households, there is a classic dish that mothers prepare when someone has a cold or needs a pick-me-up.

[Otera Kohachiro Shoten's Mini Eto Series] The animals in Otera Kohachiro Shoten's Mini Eto Series—inspired by the signs of the Japanese zodiac—settle into a space and develop a deep, seasoned patina just by being there.

[The Story of Cod] Cod is a fish that is deeply familiar to us, yet often in invisible forms. How many people are truly conscious of eating cod in their daily lives?

[THE Soy Sauce Cruet: Also Highly Recommended for Vinegar] Natto is a daily essential for me. Recently, I have been hooked on adding black vinegar and olive oil in addition to the included sauce.

Yoshita Handi-Design Studio's Renge Fork, Cup Spoon, and Slim Spoon Have Been Added.

[Notice of Price Revision] Due to rising raw material costs, the prices of several products will increase between April 1 and 20, 2026. If you are considering a purchase, we recommend placing your order as soon as possible.

[“Cha” and “Te”] Did you know that the words for “tea” around the world belong to two main systems: “cha” and “te”? Behind this linguistic difference lies an epic history of trade and how tea was once transported from China.

[Sori Yanagi] Sori Yanagi was the eldest son of Soetsu Yanagi, the father of the Mingei (Folk Crafts) movement, and a leading Japanese industrial designer.

[Bento Culture] Do you know the rakugo (traditional comic storytelling) titled “Nagaya no Hanami” (Cherry Blossom Viewing of the Tenement House)?

[Recommendations for Chinese Tea] Chinese tea is currently experiencing a bit of a boom in Japan, though it may carry an image of something to be enjoyed formally with a set of high-style utensils.

Today as well, many Japanese craft products are taking flight across the seas from our machiya office in Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto.

[Uji: Its Origins and Future] Uji was originally a villa area for the Fujiwara clan, who reached the height of their prosperity during the Heian period.

Today, Sunday, our showrooms, except for Imadegawa, are open. Indigo Classic products, which receive orders from both Japan and overseas, are on display at all our showrooms. We invite you to take this opportunity to visit us.

[Tsujiwa Kanaami's Drop Lid] Do you use a drop lid when making simmered dishes? While it is a familiar tool in Japanese kitchens, you might feel that you could get by without one.

[Azmaya's Copper Kettle] How do you go about your daily tea-making routine? Lately, Azmaya's Copper Kettle has become an indispensable partner in my tea-making process.

[Indigo Classic's T-Shirt] At Shokunin.com, we are pleased to introduce new indigo-dyed products from Indigo Classic, with T-shirts now available for viewing at our Ginza Showroom.

[Enjoying “Carro-katsu” with Kiya's Onioroshi] “Carro-katsu” (carrot activities) refers to the trend of enjoying carrot cakes—from visiting favorite bakeries to crafting original recipes at home.

[Koishiwara Ware's Plate Has Been Added] The history of Koishiwara ware began in 1682 when Kuroda Mitsuyuki, the third lord of the Fukuoka Domain, invited potters from Imari to open a kiln.

[The Arrival of Spring and Indigo Classic] We are currently exhibiting Indigo Classic's Stole. The deep hues of indigo dye and the supple texture are truly elegant.

"We love Japan and I like handicrafts from Japan specially Japanese bonsai pots I have some in my collection. Now we are enjoying some tea with our new teapot."

[Notice of Restocking] Some items that were out of stock have been restocked. Please take a look.

[RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka and the Leach Bar] Located in Nakanoshima, Osaka, the RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka celebrated its 90th anniversary last year.

The first Japanese porcelain was made in Arita, Saga Prefecture. In the late 16th century, the potter Kanagae Sanbe'e (Yi Sam-pyeong), brought from Korea by Nabeshima Naoshige, discovered porcelain stone in Izumiyama.

[About Oden] I would like to say “Standard winter oden,” but the lifespan of oden has been extending year by year, and it can now be enjoyed for quite a long period at convenience stores.

[About Kanpyo] Do you like “kanpyo-maki,” the kanpyo seaweed rolls found in sushi? For me, it is a food that feels like a slightly sweet snack and reminds me of my grandmother's favorite treat.

[Indigo Classic's Indigo-Dyed Work Has Been Added] The indigo dyeing by Indigo Classic begins in the soil of Nara, from tilling the earth to sowing the seeds.

One of the most iconic national dishes of Malaysia is roti canai. This flatbread originated from the Indian “paratha,” brought by Indian Muslim (Mamak) immigrants, and has undergone its own unique evolution in Malaysia.

[Byodoin Phoenix Hall] The Byodoin Phoenix Hall (Byodoin Hoo-do) is perhaps one of the cultural assets that we, the Japanese people, see most repeatedly in our daily lives.

It is a three-day weekend starting today. We are beginning to feel the first signs of spring. All of our showrooms will be open as usual from Saturday to Monday. Please feel free to stop by during your stroll.

[Meeting Grandmother's Memories and Japan's Original Scenery on Sado Island] Last summer, I visited Sado Island, the birthplace of my late grandmother, for the first time.

This is a scene of cooking jerk chicken, a Jamaican specialty. With Rikucho Ogasawara's Fish Pan, you can serve it directly on the dining table, and it looks truly stylish. Please enjoy it while it is piping hot.

[Keep Warm with a Yutanpo on Cold Days] The cold days are still continuing. When it is cold, our bodies tend to shrink and tense up. As we spend more time indoors, how are you all dealing with the cold at home?

Here is a look at our Otaru and Wakamatsu Showrooms today. Tsuchiya Orimonosho's Pot Holders are available in all three sizes. We are open as scheduled this weekend. We look forward to your visit.

Early February. We visited the workshop of Tsuchiya Orimonosho, located in a lush, beautiful spot in Nara City, just north of the Heijo Palace Site, after a short walk up a sloping road from the station.

[Catholic Otaru Church Tomioka Cathedral] About a 15-minute walk from JR Otaru Station. Tucked away in a quiet residential area slightly off “Jigokuzaka” (Hell Hill), the steep slope leading to Otaru University of Commerce, stands a solitary church.

[The Use Is up to You! Chobundo's Whale Chopstick Rest] Our popular “Whale Chopstick Rest,” known for its cute size and rounded form, has finally been restocked after a long time.

[Notice of Restocking] Some items that were out of stock have been restocked. Please take a look.

[The Warmth of Wood and Winter Living] Recently, seeing news reports announcing the arrival of the exam season, I suddenly recalled a teacher's words of encouragement from my student days: “Touch wood.”

[The Chill of Sanjusangen-do and the Steam of Uzofusui] In early February, during a trip to Kyoto on a cold day, I experienced both the stillness felt throughout the body and a sense of warm, tranquil time.

[Berg] Just outside the JR Shinjuku Station East Ticket Gates, you'll find the cafe bar “Berg,” open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Blending seamlessly into the station while exuding its own unique atmosphere, it's the most relaxing spot in Shinjuku.

[Mo-an] As you steadily climb up Mount Yoshida in the northeast of the Kyoto Basin, a magnificent wooden structure appears. Mo-an, a Kyoto City Registered Tangible Cultural Property, operates as a cafe where you can enjoy tea.

[Enjoying Beer with Bizen Ware] After numerous inquiries from both domestic and international customers requesting restocks, the beer cups from Ichiyougama have finally arrived again after several years.

[Kyoto's Steamed Sushi] Steamed sushi is warm chirashi sushi steamed in a bamboo steamer. The white steam rising from shop fronts signals the arrival of winter in Kyoto.

[Tsuchiya Orimonosho's Pot Holder Has Been Added] Its calm, gentle appearance, as if taken from nature, and the unique texture of hand-weaving blend seamlessly into your kitchen and dining table.

[The Story of Setsubun] Setsubun, meaning “season-dividing day,” has long marked the transition between seasons and is held on the day before Risshun (the start of spring).

[Yamakujira] Snow season has arrived. Is it snowing in your town? This ukiyo-e print, “Bikuni Bridge in Snow,” from Utagawa Hiroshige's iconic series “One Hundred Famous Views of Edo,” depicts a snowy Ginza scene from 160 years ago.

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