Hasami porcelain: 400 years of Japanese ceramic craft
Posted by JEAN PASTEUR
The town of Hasami in Nagasaki Prefecture has been producing porcelain for over four centuries. Here is what makes these pieces so enduring.
Tokoname pottery: Japan's ancient kiln town and its famous kyusu teapots
Posted by JEAN PASTEUR
Tokoname is one of Japan's oldest kiln towns and the home of the kyusu teapot. Here is what makes Tokoname clay so special for brewing tea.
The Japanese tea ceremony: history, tools and how to get started
Posted by JEAN PASTEUR
An introduction to chado, the Japanese way of tea: its origins, the tools involved, and how to begin practising at home.
The Japanese bento: a guide to packing the perfect lunch box
Posted by JEAN PASTEUR
The bento box is one of Japan's most distinctive culinary exports. Here is the history, the philosophy and practical tips for making one at home.
The art of the Japanese table: how to set a beautiful Japanese table at home
Posted by AKAZUKI
Japanese table setting is guided by principles of harmony, seasonality and respect. Here is how to bring that approach into your own home.