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The Shigaraki Collection
February 14, 2019
Shigaraki is home to one of "six old kilns" of Japan, considered sacred and historical. Here...
New Sakes!
February 6, 2019
TATENOKAWA PHOENIX SAKEEnjoy this bold, bright, medium-bodied daiginjo while spinning an LP by Phoenix, the Grammy award-winning...
Tokens of Appreciation
February 4, 2019
We have affordable, thoughtful gifts for your loved ones this Valentine's Day! Browse the collection. 
Make It An Onsen Hygge Spa Day
January 31, 2019
We're all about hygge (pronounced hooga) here this season, a Danish term describing coziness and contentment. There's...
Lather Up! New Soaps by Heavenly Soap Co.
January 29, 2019
Heavenly Soap Co. is a San Francisco company making all natural, vegan, palm oil-free soaps. Use these...
New Prints by Studio Arhoj
January 25, 2019
Check out the newest prints by Studio Arhoj! Dress up the kids room or the living room...
Sansho Mania Discover the Tongue-Numbing Japanese Pepper
January 25, 2019
Sansho are tiny pods that grow on small trees or bushes – there is a...
Get Hygge with It!
January 17, 2019
Hygge (pronounced hooga) is a Danish term describing coziness and contentment – think wool blankets, candles,...
Love Yuzu Week!
January 10, 2019
Try our favorite yuzu pantry items! YUZU SALTYuzu makes everything taste brighter! Add some pizzazz...
Peculiar Teas for a Cozy New Year
January 3, 2019
Happy New Year! We hope you all had a lovely holiday season with plenty of...
To a Shiny New Year
December 27, 2018
We can hardly believe the year is almost over – 2018 was a good one...
Gifts for Good Luck in the New Year
December 21, 2018
We have great holiday gifts that also bring good luck! SHIRAKAWA DARUMAThe Daruma's purpose is...