Blogs
Discovering the Joy of Donabe Rice Cooker
I found my perfect rice cooker—a handmade Iga donabe that makes every bowl of rice a joy. Beautiful, fun, and here to stay.
Discovering the Joy of Donabe Rice Cooker
I found my perfect rice cooker—a handmade Iga donabe that makes every bowl of rice a joy. Beautiful, fun, and here to stay.
Ohagi for the Autumn Equinox (Shūbun no Hi)
Autumn equinox ohagi: soft sweet rice with anko or kinako. A simple, at-home recipe to welcome the new season, plus practical tips from my kitchen.
Ohagi for the Autumn Equinox (Shūbun no Hi)
Autumn equinox ohagi: soft sweet rice with anko or kinako. A simple, at-home recipe to welcome the new season, plus practical tips from my kitchen.
Respect for the Aged Day and Memories of My Gra...
Reflecting on Respect for the Aged Day and my grandmother’s wisdom, resilience, and memories that continue to inspire me
Respect for the Aged Day and Memories of My Gra...
Reflecting on Respect for the Aged Day and my grandmother’s wisdom, resilience, and memories that continue to inspire me
Japan Summer 2025 – Part 3: Okinawa
A three-generation trip to Okinawa with my mom and kids—blue seas, typhoons, new memories, and an unforgettable wave that became our family’s inside joke.
Japan Summer 2025 – Part 3: Okinawa
A three-generation trip to Okinawa with my mom and kids—blue seas, typhoons, new memories, and an unforgettable wave that became our family’s inside joke.
Japan Summer 2025 – Part 2: Osaka Expo
Osaka Expo 2025 was crowded, hot, and unforgettable. From seven unique pavilions to striking architecture, it was a rare glimpse into the future.
Japan Summer 2025 – Part 2: Osaka Expo
Osaka Expo 2025 was crowded, hot, and unforgettable. From seven unique pavilions to striking architecture, it was a rare glimpse into the future.
Japan Summer 2025 – Part 1: Kyoto’s Gion Festival
Japan Summer 2025 blog series begins in Kyoto at the Gion Festival—childhood memories, lanterns, music, and sharing the tradition with my son.
Japan Summer 2025 – Part 1: Kyoto’s Gion Festival
Japan Summer 2025 blog series begins in Kyoto at the Gion Festival—childhood memories, lanterns, music, and sharing the tradition with my son.