Japanese Garden Elements – Water
In honor of spring I will be covering the different elements of Japanese gardens. Maybe you can find ideas here of creating your own little oasis. I know for me … Continue Reading →
Category: Day to Day Japan
Japanese home decor, kitchenware, furniture,
Make Your Own Studio Ghibli Garden
I’ve been thinking about gardening this year to celebrate Spring. Especially after learning about Spring Equinox in Japan. I don’t have a whole lot of space to make a grand … Continue Reading →
Beginning of Sakura Season!!
This week is Haru no Higan, which is a seven day period celebrating Spring Equinox. On this particular day, Shunbun no hi, there is equal time of night and day, … Continue Reading →
Alright Men! It’s White Day in Japan!
Guys, do you remember all those chocolates or gifts you might have gotten? Those ladies are probably going to expect something back… This is why us ladies get to be … Continue Reading →
Dessert in Japan: Rokkatei
Have you guys ever heard of Rokkatei? This place is well known for its desserts, especially its butter cream sandwich. Just the thought of this as a snack is making … Continue Reading →
Stunning Antique Kimonos from PrettyLittleWorldVtg on Etsy
I was wasting time on Etsy today (oops…) and decided to check out some Kimonos! In all honesty I wanted to see if anyone had vintage Kimonos. I don’t think … Continue Reading →
Donuts That Are Cute? I’m Doomed…
I’m not sharing this to be cruel, though it will seem like it. Donuts are already delicious enough, but to make them extremely precious is a probably a whole new … Continue Reading →
Happy Hinamatsuri: Doll Day!
To all women and girls, Happy Hinamatsuri! To learn in more depth, look at A Brief History of Hinamatsuri. I will do my best to sum it up for those … Continue Reading →
Precision Makes Perfect: Japan’s Need to Certify Restaurants Around the World
Yes! Sushi! NO, SUSHI! I am a huge fan of sushi. I have quite the infatuation for salmon sashimi which probably stems from the fact that I live in one … Continue Reading →
Some Super Duper Bento Boxes by Skater
I never actually thought I would use a bento until my mother got me one a year ago (I love you mom!) I’m going to get all sappy on you … Continue Reading →