2025-06

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A Touch of Retro Japan: Lemon Squeezers That Spark Nostalgia

Hello from Japan! This week’s update comes a bit late—turns out it’s Wednesday, not Tuesday. Time fl...
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Why Aomori, Japan Is My Dream Destination (And Should Be Yours Too)

After traveling all over Japan, there’s still one magical place I’ve never been: Aomori Prefecture. ...
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New In: Elegant Glass Plates to Refresh Your Summer Table

New In: Elegant Glass Plates to Refresh Your Summer TableGreetings from Mizunami City, where the wea...
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Upcoming Price Adjustment for Select Items – Effective July 1, 2025

Thank you for your continued support.We would like to inform you of a price adjustment for some of o...
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“Yoto” Mug Cup: A Japanese-Inspired Vessel for Quiet Moments

Hello from Yamani!Last weekend, I went stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) for the first time this season....
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Steel Tariffs, Shipping Costs, and Trade Shifts: Why Japanese Tableware Remains a Trusted Choice

As of June 4, 2025, the global trade environment is once again shifting rapidly. From a sudden spike...
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Tariffs, Freight Spikes, and Supply Chain Shifts: What Tableware Buyers Need to Know in 2025

As we move further into 2025, international trade is once again entering a period of transformation—...
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Yu no Kioku: Discover the Subtle Beauty of Japanese Glaze Art

Hello from Japan! It’s been a busy weekend, and I took a little family trip to Round One in Kasugai,...