Blogs

Grid Cherry — A New Design from Hataguchi Collective

Grid Cherry — A New Design from Hataguchi Colle...

The new Grid Cherry design joins our Upcycled Cotton Pulp Long Card Set from Hataguchi Collective — perfect for slow fall moments, a cup of tea, and a handwritten note...

Grid Cherry — A New Design from Hataguchi Colle...

The new Grid Cherry design joins our Upcycled Cotton Pulp Long Card Set from Hataguchi Collective — perfect for slow fall moments, a cup of tea, and a handwritten note...

From Sujiko to Ikura: A New Fall Ritual

From Sujiko to Ikura: A New Fall Ritual

Making ikura from fresh local sujiko for the first time—discovering a new fall ritual that connects me to the season and to home.

From Sujiko to Ikura: A New Fall Ritual

Making ikura from fresh local sujiko for the first time—discovering a new fall ritual that connects me to the season and to home.

Discovering the Joy of Donabe Rice Cooker

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)

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 Grandmother

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

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.