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December 23, 2018

Ceramic Japan's Constellation

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Ceramic Japan's Constellation
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[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.

[William Morris] William Morris, a 19th-century British textile designer. The Arts and Crafts spirit he advocated—unifying art and daily life—has endured across generations.

During the Edo period, “tempura” was a familiar street food dish in the lives of commoners. Alongside sushi and soba, tempura was counted among the “Three Great Edo Delicacies” (Edo no Sanmi), symbolizing the city's dining culture.

[Why Not Visit Japan's Small Cities?] By November 2025, the cumulative number of foreign visitors to Japan is expected to reach approximately 40 million.

[Start the New Year Fresh with a New Bowl] The act of replacing items at the year's turning point feels distinct from mere replacement; it seems a uniquely Japanese sensibility, an attempt to align one's mindset and the rhythm of daily life.

Shibamata, famously the setting for the film series “It's Tough Being a Man.” Even someone like me, unfamiliar with the main character “Tora-san,” found it packed with spots enjoyable enough to share.

The best part about the day after overindulging in drinks is having a huge bowl of rice for lunch. Since your liver is busy breaking down alcohol and running low on energy, eating a substantial meal helps it recover.

Now that the New Year celebrations are over, do you have any leftover mochi at home? If you're getting a little tired of the usual ways to eat it, like in ozoni soup or grilled mochi, you should definitely try “grilled mochi with mayo.”

[Takeo Onsen Main Gate & New Wing] Takeo Onsen in Takeo City, Saga Prefecture, is a historic hot spring resort representing Kyushu, documented in the Hizen no Kuni Fudoki chronicle from approximately 1,300 years ago.

[Spare Rib Kalbitang-Style Stew] Once when I visited Korea, I meant to go to Gangnam but accidentally got off at the wrong station. Since it was lunchtime, I decided to grab something nearby and entered a restaurant packed with locals.

[Ueno's Tonkatsu] Ueno is easily accessible from Ginza and Yurakucho. With its many shopping and cultural facilities, it's always bustling, both now and in the past—a slightly retro, welcoming area.

[All You Need Is One Clay Pot] What should I make for dinner tonight? Don't you sometimes open the fridge and find yourself staring at leftover bits of vegetables, half a block of tofu, and scraps of green onion?

[Koizumi Yakumo and Hanko] Many people likely rediscovered their interest in Koizumi Yakumo after the morning TV drama series based on him and his wife, Setsu, aired. Truth be told, I was one of them.

[Coffee and Time for Healing] Ever since I heard that the aroma of coffee has the power to gently relax the mind, I've been enjoying the time spent carefully brewing it by the drip method.

[The Story of Japan's “Tachinomi”] The roots of Japan's tachinomi (standing bar) lie in the practice of drinking while standing at “ukezakaya” during the Edo period, where sake was sold in small portions.

The roots of Obihiro's famous “pork bowl” trace back to the pioneering era of the Meiji period. When the “Banseisha” group led by Benzo Yoda settled in Tokachi in 1883, they brought four pigs with them, marking the beginning of pig farming.

[The Transformation of Paris] Paris, the city of dreams. Through movies and photographs, many have surely imagined living amidst its beautiful streetscapes, where cobblestones and stone buildings stretch endlessly.

[A Staple on the Dining Table: Salted Kombu] An indispensable part of the Japanese dining table is kombu.

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