Bizen City is located in southeastern Okayama Prefecture. It is located on the edge of the Seto Inland Sea, with a mild and pleasant climate. The Yoshii River is one...

Tokoname City is located on the west coast of the Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture, facing Ise Bay. As a production site for Tokoname ceramics, it has historically been involved...

The Six Ancient Kilns of Japan Part II The Ancient Kilns of Japan During the Kamakura period (1185-1333), Japan, deeply influenced by the culture of the Song Dynasty in China,...

Discover at MinoCraft the art of juci, where each broken porcelain is reborn with elegance. This Chinese know-how transforms fractures into unique shards, mixing ancient heritage and modern aesthetics. MinoCraft...

Like kintsugi, "ju ci" is also an ancient art of porcelain restoration. Its origins are difficult to trace, but it is estimated that the technique has existed for at least...

Naomi Takayama’s lunch is inspired by colorful bento boxes. With simple ingredients, she creates flavorful dishes like sardines in black vinegar, grilled chicken with plums, and yakisoba noodles. Her practical...

Dive into Yumi Hayakawa’s homey kitchen in the charming village of Taniso, where each dish celebrates fresh, local ingredients. Her philosophy, “Cooking and Eating Together,” transforms every meal into a...

Noriko Tanaka, 21, shares her passion for medicinal foods and Chinese herbs. She advocates gradual changes, incorporating natural solutions like turnips to hydrate the lungs. With a compassionate approach, she...