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I’m moving to Kyoto to study Japanese tea.
I live in Fukuoka, on the western side of Japan.Just a short trip away is Yame, famous for its exquisite tea. This spring, I’ve decided to move to Kyoto for...
I’m moving to Kyoto to study Japanese tea.
I live in Fukuoka, on the western side of Japan.Just a short trip away is Yame, famous for its exquisite tea. This spring, I’ve decided to move to Kyoto for...
🌸🎎 A hidden spring gem in Japan
Yanagawa’s Sagemon Hina Festival ✨ Colorful handmade “Sagemon” decorations gently swaying along the canals… This is the heart of Yanagawa’s Doll Festival (Hina Matsuri) in Fukuoka Prefecture 💕 Originating in...
🌸🎎 A hidden spring gem in Japan
Yanagawa’s Sagemon Hina Festival ✨ Colorful handmade “Sagemon” decorations gently swaying along the canals… This is the heart of Yanagawa’s Doll Festival (Hina Matsuri) in Fukuoka Prefecture 💕 Originating in...
Our shop is finally ready!No.2
After many lessons from my Etsy journey, I’ve finally taken the leap and built my own website on Shopify. 💛 Unlike Etsy, where fans were already waiting, Shopify means I...
Our shop is finally ready!No.2
After many lessons from my Etsy journey, I’ve finally taken the leap and built my own website on Shopify. 💛 Unlike Etsy, where fans were already waiting, Shopify means I...
Our shop is finally ready!
A while ago, my Etsy account was suddenly suspended, and I was completely devastated. All the reviews, trust, and achievements I had built up one by one over the years...
Our shop is finally ready!
A while ago, my Etsy account was suddenly suspended, and I was completely devastated. All the reviews, trust, and achievements I had built up one by one over the years...
Finding Comfort in Loose Leaf Tea
In Japan, it’s a long-standing tradition to find green tea sets in ryokan (traditional inn) rooms. I have fond memories of making tea with my mother when I was a...
Finding Comfort in Loose Leaf Tea
In Japan, it’s a long-standing tradition to find green tea sets in ryokan (traditional inn) rooms. I have fond memories of making tea with my mother when I was a...
After-school rituals. 🍵🌸
Did you know many Japanese students learn the art of tea at school? I spent my high school years in the Sado (Tea Ceremony) club, learning mindfulness and etiquette. Sharing...
After-school rituals. 🍵🌸
Did you know many Japanese students learn the art of tea at school? I spent my high school years in the Sado (Tea Ceremony) club, learning mindfulness and etiquette. Sharing...
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