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Purification Rituals with Kishu Binchotan
As January comes to a close, many of us feel the need to reset—cleansing both our spaces and ourselves from the weight of winter. In Japan, purification is an essential...
Purification Rituals with Kishu Binchotan
As January comes to a close, many of us feel the need to reset—cleansing both our spaces and ourselves from the weight of winter. In Japan, purification is an essential...

Ōsōji: The Japanese Year-End Tradition of Renewal
As we approach the end of the year, we reflect on the beauty of Japanese traditions that inspire our daily lives. In Japan, December is a time for 'Ōsōji' (大掃除),...
Ōsōji: The Japanese Year-End Tradition of Renewal
As we approach the end of the year, we reflect on the beauty of Japanese traditions that inspire our daily lives. In Japan, December is a time for 'Ōsōji' (大掃除),...

Kodo: A Journey into the World of Japanese Incense
Kōdō (香道), or "The Way of Incense," is one of Japan's revered traditional arts, alongside tea ceremony (sadō) and flower arranging (kadō). Rooted in centuries of cultural refinement, Kōdō is...
Kodo: A Journey into the World of Japanese Incense
Kōdō (香道), or "The Way of Incense," is one of Japan's revered traditional arts, alongside tea ceremony (sadō) and flower arranging (kadō). Rooted in centuries of cultural refinement, Kōdō is...

Exploring Japanese Patterns: Timeless Design an...
At KENKAWAI, our new collection of tenugui towels, named Mon, features traditional Japanese patterns that carry deep cultural meanings. In Japan, patterns are more than decorative motifs; they express natural...
Exploring Japanese Patterns: Timeless Design an...
At KENKAWAI, our new collection of tenugui towels, named Mon, features traditional Japanese patterns that carry deep cultural meanings. In Japan, patterns are more than decorative motifs; they express natural...

The Heritage of Kawara Ceramics
Kawara ceramics have a deep-rooted history in Japan, primarily associated with roofing, particularly in the construction of temples and traditional homes. These ceramics are integral to Japan's architectural landscape, offering...
The Heritage of Kawara Ceramics
Kawara ceramics have a deep-rooted history in Japan, primarily associated with roofing, particularly in the construction of temples and traditional homes. These ceramics are integral to Japan's architectural landscape, offering...

Harvest Time in Japan: Celebrating Nature's Bounty
As autumn descends upon Japan, the country transforms into a kaleidoscope of colors and rich aromas, signaling the time for harvest. This season is not only vital for agriculture but...
Harvest Time in Japan: Celebrating Nature's Bounty
As autumn descends upon Japan, the country transforms into a kaleidoscope of colors and rich aromas, signaling the time for harvest. This season is not only vital for agriculture but...