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All About Nishijin (3): Cherry Blossoms in Nish...
When the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms fall, it may seem that the cherry blossom season has come to an end. However, in Nishijin, the blossoms were still in full bloom...
All About Nishijin (3): Cherry Blossoms in Nish...
When the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms fall, it may seem that the cherry blossom season has come to an end. However, in Nishijin, the blossoms were still in full bloom...

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (3):"Japaneseness" i...
As traditional crafts aim to expand into the global market, the inherent nature of Japanese aesthetics makes them somewhat challenging to position within a global lifestyle. Personally, I have experienced...
Rethinking Japanese Luxury (3):"Japaneseness" i...
As traditional crafts aim to expand into the global market, the inherent nature of Japanese aesthetics makes them somewhat challenging to position within a global lifestyle. Personally, I have experienced...

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (2):Traditional Craf...
In recent years, traditional crafts seem to be increasingly mentioned within the context of luxury. For instance, JAXURY, a committee that encapsulates "Japan’s Authentic Luxury" in a single word, grants...
Rethinking Japanese Luxury (2):Traditional Craf...
In recent years, traditional crafts seem to be increasingly mentioned within the context of luxury. For instance, JAXURY, a committee that encapsulates "Japan’s Authentic Luxury" in a single word, grants...

Rethinking Japanese Luxury (1): Traditional C...
The market for traditional Japanese crafts, while open to debate regarding its size, undoubtedly retains a dedicated clientele. Even in an era dominated by inexpensive mass-produced goods, few question the...
Rethinking Japanese Luxury (1): Traditional C...
The market for traditional Japanese crafts, while open to debate regarding its size, undoubtedly retains a dedicated clientele. Even in an era dominated by inexpensive mass-produced goods, few question the...

2025 Nishijin Flower Report (March : Cherry B...
The Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms at Ichijo Modoribashi, which were still in bud until last Friday, have burst into bloom over the warm weekend! They are now about 80-90% in full...
2025 Nishijin Flower Report (March : Cherry B...
The Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms at Ichijo Modoribashi, which were still in bud until last Friday, have burst into bloom over the warm weekend! They are now about 80-90% in full...

2025 Nishijin Flower Report (March : Plum blo...
The long winter is finally drawing to a close, and the lively season is about to begin. This year, the flowers in Nishijin have been quite slow to bloom. The...
2025 Nishijin Flower Report (March : Plum blo...
The long winter is finally drawing to a close, and the lively season is about to begin. This year, the flowers in Nishijin have been quite slow to bloom. The...