Author archive for MELETY

  • Sep082023

    HOSOO | Gallery of the long-established Kyoto brand

    HOSOO, based in Kyoto’s Shijo district, is a venerable weaving company specializing in pre-dyed patterned fabrics. They have created the…

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  • Sep032023

    Do you all know Japan’s Three biggest Grand Tea ceremony’s event?

    Do you all know about the “Three biggest Grand Tea ceremony” held within Japan? Just as Japan has the Three…

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  • Aug122023

    A shop perfect for going out in a kimono! Lucite Gallery / Lucite Cafe

    This time, I will introduce a perfect place for going out in a kimono. The location is Tokyo’s Yanagibashi. Just…

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  • Jul252023

    Let’s take a walk along Horikawa Imadegawa (Ogawa Street), the heart of the Japanese tea ceremony

    Today, I’ll introduce Horikawa Imadegawa. If you’re taking the train, the nearest station is Imadegawa Station, but this area is…

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  • Jul242023

    Introducing the Main Sweets for Tea Ceremony in June

    Speaking of June, it’s the rainy season. The actual duration of the rainy season varies depending on the year and…

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  • Jul242023

    A Must-Try! Introducing the Allure of Antique Kimono

    Do you know about “Antique Kimono”? Let me introduce you to the charm of these vintage kimono, which have a…

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  • Jul232023

    Tracing the History of Tea Ceremony: Tea and Sen no Rikyū

    When you become interested in the art of tea ceremony, you might naturally want to learn about how it originated…

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  • Jul222023

    Perfect for Kimono! Stylish and Cute Recommended Japanese-style Coats

    Hello, everyone. This time, I’d like to explain about “Japanese-style coats” that can be worn over a kimono, which may…

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  • Jul222023

    Introducing July’s main Wagashi enjoyed through the tea ceremony, evoking the feeling of summer.

    In July, many regions experience the end of the rainy season and transition into a more summery climate. With festivals…

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  • Jul222023

    Exploring the Sanjo and Shijo areas! Leisurely strolling through the heart of Kyoto

    Kyoto, which evokes a historical atmosphere, attracts numerous tourists, both Japanese and foreigners, every year. The areas of “Sanjo” and…

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