Wagashi– category –

Wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets, have been nurtured alongside Japan’s changing seasons and cultural events. Their history dates back to the Asuka period and has evolved through influences from tea ceremonies and Edo-era merchant cul...

Are you familiar with selecting appropriate sweets for tea ceremony practice sessions and formal gatherings? For beginners and students whose teachers typically prepare sweets, choosing tea ceremony confections might seem challenging. Le...

Among the various tools used in the tea ceremony, we will introduce "Kaishi" this time.   What is Kaishi? "Kaishi" refers to paper that is carried in one's pocket. Originally, it referred to "ryōshi," which was paper used for writin...

HOSOO, based in Kyoto's Shijo district, is a venerable weaving company specializing in pre-dyed patterned fabrics. They have created the textile brand "HOSOO" within the Nishijin weaving tradition and have expanded traditional craftsmans...

This time, I will introduce a perfect place for going out in a kimono. The location is Tokyo's Yanagibashi. Just a 5-minute walk from Asakusabashi, it was once a lively geisha district. Nowadays, it's a place lined with wholesalers, and ...

Speaking of June, it's the rainy season. The actual duration of the rainy season varies depending on the year and region, and in fact, the rainy season in July can be longer. However, the strong image of the rainy season is still associa...

In July, many regions experience the end of the rainy season and transition into a more summery climate. With festivals like Tanabata and Gion Matsuri, as well as the arrival of summer's "doyouiri" (midsummer days), various events keep c...