A New Year’s message from us.
Read MoreOur newfound favorite happy hour treat is made with three Japanese standby ingredients.
Read MoreEvery Halloween we share a scary folktale that's been keeping Japanese children up at night for centuries. This year's tale is adapted from Lafcadio Hearn's Kwaidan, a classic book of Japanese ghost stories.
Read MoreEvery month we feature one of our favorite t-Lab animals and follow them on their adventures. This month's story comes from Perry, our resident balloon man.
Read MoreFascinated with the natural formation of trees, George Nakashima’s design philosophy was grounded in the moments of organic creation found within nature. We visit his house and studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, to learn more about the life and work of the restless Japanese designer.
Read MoreFrom its humble beginnings in the fire pits of Wakayama to its modern use as a water purifier and skin cleanser, binchotan charcoal is an ancient resource that continues to fascinate.
Read MoreEvery year when we are in Japan to research new products and collaborate with our partners, we like to take some time for ourselves. Here, our marketing director tells us about the latte he hasn’t stopped thinking about since his last trip to Tokyo.
Read MoreDuring our annual Japan trip, one of our main goals was to explore Tokyo's rich coffee scene. Here, our photographer shows us his cafe of choice for a mid-day cold brew.
Read MoreDesigned by legendary Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, art supply store Pigment's walls are lined with over 4,200 colors of raw pigment.
Read MoreLong 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.
Read MoreThe holiday celebrates the star-crossed lovers Vega and Altair, who can only meet once a year on the 7th day of the 7th month.
Read MoreTime imposes limitations on everyone, but aging doesn’t necessarily mean slowing down.
Read MoreKnown 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.
Read MoreChopstick etiquette can be difficult. Here are a few tips to make sure you're using yours well.
Read MoreDespite 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.
Read MoreThere 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.
Read MoreThoughts on the forthcoming season.
Read MoreIn this short tale about the superstitious minister Fujiwara Sanesuke, we learn the exact time and place when we begin to fear old age.
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