Exploring the Art of Japanese Tea Culture

Gift-ready Japanese snack box with individually wrapped treats

Japan’s Gift-Giving Culture: Why Edible Gifts (...

In Japan, the most appreciated gifts are often perishables—food and drinks meant to be enjoyed in the moment. Because they’re consumed, they bring joy without creating clutter or storage burdens....

Japan’s Gift-Giving Culture: Why Edible Gifts (...

In Japan, the most appreciated gifts are often perishables—food and drinks meant to be enjoyed in the moment. Because they’re consumed, they bring joy without creating clutter or storage burdens....

From Farm to Cup: How Japanese Green Tea Is Harvested and Processed

From Farm to Cup: How Japanese Green Tea Is Har...

Before dawn breaks over Uji’s rolling hills, wisps of mist swirl among emerald tea bushes. Here, generations of farmers embark on a ritual as old as Japanese tea traditions itself....

From Farm to Cup: How Japanese Green Tea Is Har...

Before dawn breaks over Uji’s rolling hills, wisps of mist swirl among emerald tea bushes. Here, generations of farmers embark on a ritual as old as Japanese tea traditions itself....

Understanding Furoshiki: Japanese Art of Fabric Wrapping

Understanding Furoshiki: Japanese Art of Fabric...

Furoshiki (風呂敷) is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth with a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Nara period (710-794). Originally used to protect valuable items and transport clothes at...

Understanding Furoshiki: Japanese Art of Fabric...

Furoshiki (風呂敷) is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth with a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Nara period (710-794). Originally used to protect valuable items and transport clothes at...

How to Brew Sencha Like a Japanese Tea Sommelier

How to Brew Sencha Like a Japanese Tea Sommelier

One afternoon, I watched my cherished loose-leaf sencha turn harsh and bitter under a torrent of boiling water. That first attempt at how to brew sencha felt like a culinary...

How to Brew Sencha Like a Japanese Tea Sommelier

One afternoon, I watched my cherished loose-leaf sencha turn harsh and bitter under a torrent of boiling water. That first attempt at how to brew sencha felt like a culinary...

A Culinary Journey Through Japan: Tokyo to Hiroshima

A Culinary Journey Through Japan: Tokyo to Hiro...

A personal account of traditional flavors, modern luxury, and unexpected discoveries by Linda Singh Day 1: Tokyo's Sweet Beginnings My journey began in Tokyo's prestigious Ginza district at the historic...

A Culinary Journey Through Japan: Tokyo to Hiro...

A personal account of traditional flavors, modern luxury, and unexpected discoveries by Linda Singh Day 1: Tokyo's Sweet Beginnings My journey began in Tokyo's prestigious Ginza district at the historic...

Behind the Scenes: How We Make Our Gold Leaf Sweets

Behind the Scenes: How We Make Our Gold Leaf Sw...

Gold stands as a symbol of beauty, celebration, and luxury. When it becomes part of a dessert, it transforms into more than just decoration—it turns into a magical experience. Our...

Behind the Scenes: How We Make Our Gold Leaf Sw...

Gold stands as a symbol of beauty, celebration, and luxury. When it becomes part of a dessert, it transforms into more than just decoration—it turns into a magical experience. Our...