Design
A Closer Look at Jusan-Ya
Combs can be very personal items and in some instances seen as spiritual objects. The Japanese word for comb, kushibi, translates to “working with spirits” because in ancient times, people would…
Hokkaido Artisans and Designers
As soon as I arrive to Asahikawa in Hokkaido, I felt at home! The climate is very similar to that of our hometown in Canada, so seeing patches of snow…
NYC Design Week 2014
The third annual NYC X Design week kick started last weekend with a ton of activities throughout the city. We caught a few shows including ICFF, Wanted, Sight Unseen Offsite…
George Nakashima at Untitled
The furniture of George Nakashima has always blurred the lines between art and design. His organic approach to wood construction reveals the unique idiosyncrasies of the tree itself, in what…
Japanese Treasures from the Brooklyn Museum
The Japan Society is hosting an exhibition titled, Point of Departure: Treasures from the Brooklyn Museum. The exhibition highlights an array of objects and art works from the museum’s vast…
A Closer Look at Uchino
We recently released six distinct styles of Japanese towels in our shop and wanted to give you some insights into the acclaimed manufacturer and brand, Uchino. With headquarters in Tokyo,…
Leather Japan
Its always so interesting how different artists and designer interpret one material. The Thomas Erben Gallery in Chelsea is currently showcasing a group of works that exemplify the contemporary…
Super Bowls!
To pay homage to the bowls that stand above the rest on this Super Bowl weekend, we’ve put together a list of some of our favourites!
Close Up: Drinking Vessels
I’ve always found it so fascinating how different cultures interpret functional objects. Something as common as a drinking vessel can have so many forms depending on geography, time period and the…