Led by our very own matcha experts Coral and Sam, we spent the afternoon trying out some new recipes with our new Ippodo cooking-grade matcha. On the menu: easy mug cakes, raw energy bars, and refreshing smoothie bowls.
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Designed by legendary Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, art supply store Pigment's walls are lined with over 4,200 colors of raw pigment.
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Long ago, when we were wanderers of a wild Earth, our lives came to be ruled by the cosmic spectacle of the moon. Nowhere was this more true than in Japan, where the moon takes a leading role in poetry, art, and folklore.
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Until the 19th century, lunar rhythms dictated daily comings and goings in Japan. The phases of the moon were named after what people were doing as they waited for the moon to rise.
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The role of the artist is often a lonely one, full of rejection, self-doubt and alienation. Sometimes, however, you find a collaborator that inspires you in ways you never even dreamed of.
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We hosted photographer Vincent Feldman for a special photo lecture at our concept store, where he presented his Tokyo Mo-dan project -a series of black-and-white photographs recording the modern architecture of Tokyo.
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With a little creativity and foresight, furoshiki can be a stylish swiss army knife for many of the tasks we encounter throughout the day. From aprons to carriers, here are four novel applications we’re experimenting with.
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Shofuso's Head Gardener talked us through her must-have tools, the components of her gardening outfit, and how she got started as a gardener.
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Sometimes the best remedy for the summer heat is a refreshing glass of cold, old-fashioned lemonade.
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Problems falling asleep? Stress getting the better of you? These aromatherapy scent combinations can offer some relief.
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On one of the last crisp days of May, the Rikumo team took a field trip to Ridley Creek State Park in Pennsylvania to shoot our first summer lookbook. Inspired by outdoor gatherings and nature, we re-imagined our ideal picnic setting, went for a bike ride, and feasted on cheese and olives under a canopy of maple leaves.
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We talk to Francheska Snyder, Head Gardener at Shofuso Japanese House about the ways in which gardening has changed her life, the challenges and responsibilities of maintaining a historical landmark, and the importance of taking breaks.
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Time imposes limitations on everyone, but aging doesn’t necessarily mean slowing down.
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Known as the "princess tree," paulownia wood is a high-quality material closely connected to female identity in Japan. Learn why it remains a deeply symbolic natural material to this day.
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Chopstick etiquette can be difficult. Here are a few tips to make sure you're using yours well.
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If you grew up in Japan, it's likely your growth was marked by the books, board games, toys and TV shows of your youth. Here are three picture book series that Japanese kids have enjoyed for years.
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In honor of this upcoming Mother's Day, we bring you a beginner tea-making tutorial, starring Yuka, our founder, and her son Riku.
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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.
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