Introducing Rikumo Kid

Just in time for Children's Day, we're excited to announce Rikumo Kid, our new collection of children’s toys and games that nurture the relentlessly creative spirit of children.

CampaignMorihata AdminMay 2, 2016Announcements, Behind the Scenes at Rikumo, Published

Japanese Forestry: Designing Abundance

Despite its vast domestic resources, Japan has become one of the world’s largest importers of lumber. Organizations like the Kizara Project are using design to fight back.

ShortformMorihata AdminMay 1, 2016Design, Published

Rikumo Book Club: One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each

Though it once was the dominant form of literary expression, poetry has since been eclipsed by prose for most of the world. Not so in Japan, where the influence of one particular 13th century collection has inspired works of art and even games.

LongformMorihata AdminApril 27, 2016Literature, Culture, Published

Rikumo Workshop No. 2: Spring Cleansing

With help from her favorite beauty lines, our leading beauty expert Coral walked us through the best ways to create a skincare regimen.

WorkshopsMorihata AdminApril 21, 2016Workshops, Published

Q + A with Photographer Vincent Feldman

Vincent Feldman, an urban architecture photographer and university lecturer, shares his creative journey with us.

LongformMorihata AdminApril 15, 2016Interview + Studio Tour, Published, Design

Aomori Hiba: The Tree of Life

There is a saying that goes, "In a house made of hiba, mosquitoes do not come for 3 years." We give you a look into the fascinating history and properties of this prized tree.

ShortformMorihata AdminApril 14, 2016Culture, Published

Spring Cleaning: A How-To Guide to Decluttering your Home

Do’s and don’ts from the queen of spring cleaning.

ListicleMorihata AdminApril 4, 2016DIY + How To, Published

T-lab Story: Roger the Raccoon

Introducing T-LAB Stories, a new series detailing the adventures of our favorite T-Lab animals. This week's story comes from Roger, a musical prodigy and, incidentally, a raccoon.

CampaignMorihata AdminApril 1, 2016T-Lab Stories, Published, Campaign

Rikumo Book Club: Haruki Murakami's "What I Talk About When I Talk About Running"

Work, life, and writing lessons from Japan’s most important contemporary writer.

LongformMorihata AdminMarch 31, 2016Culture, Literature, Published

Rikumo Picks: Spring Break Essentials

Whether it's school-mandated or personal, a spring break to recharge and restore your spirits always does a wealth of good. These are our favorite spring break essentials for every occasion.

ListicleMorihata AdminMarch 31, 2016DIY + How To, Travel, Published

Rikumo Workshop No. 1: Tea and Chocolate Tasting

To kick off our in-store workshop series, our resident tea brewing expert Kylan hosted a free green tea tasting with chocolates from Shane Confectionery, one of our favorite Philly chocolatiers.

WorkshopsMorihata AdminMarch 29, 2016Workshops, Published

The Awaited Season

Thoughts on the forthcoming season.

ShortformMorihata AdminMarch 24, 2016Culture, Published

This Week: Rikumo Workshop No. 2 / Spring Cleansing

Stop by the concept store for a refresher.

WorkshopsMorihata AdminMarch 21, 2016Workshops, Published, Announcements

Jun Kaneko: The Bittersweet Individual

Jun Kaneko is a prolific Japanese ceramicist who has made large-scale sculptures and even opera costumes. In his latest exhibition at Locks Gallery, “New Work" expresses the complex nature of individuality: celebratory yet also potentially isolating.

LongformMorihata AdminMarch 18, 2016Art + Design, Published

Peek Inside The Rikumo Spring 2016 Lookbook

Welcome to our latest lookbook, where we uncover the magic of spring mornings.

CampaignMorihata AdminMarch 7, 2016Campaign, Published

Rikumo Recipe: Spring Sencha Smoothie

Calming, improved brain function, alertness, lower blood pressure... the list of benefits associated with drinking green tea goes on and on. Here’s a refreshing way to incorporate it into your warm-weather menu.

CampaignMorihata AdminMarch 6, 2016Food + Drink, Published