Appeared at the end of the Edo period, yosegi-zaiku marquetry consists of covering handicrafts with a mosaic. A very special mosaic since it is based on wood species! Frames, jewelry boxes, trays, pencil holders or coasters are particularly suitable for this art. The basics of yosegi-zaiku art To obtain these much sought-after hypnotic patterns, it …
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“Matsutake” (Japanese 松茸, pine mushroom, Tricholoma Matsutake) is the common name for a mushroom that grows in Asia, Scandinavian Europe, and North America. Very popular with the Japanese, matsutake generally grows under specific trees, with which it establishes a symbiotic relationship, especially at the level of the roots. In Japan, it is more often associated …
When we speak of Japanese sushi, we generally refer to different types of sushi, the best known of which are nigiri, maki (osomaki and futomaki), gunkanmaki and temaki. Nigiri is the famous rice dumpling topped with a thin slice of salmon or shrimp; maki is a roll made of rice, avocado, cucumber, salmon and surrounded …
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In Japan as in France, Valentine’s Day is a special day for lovers. Oscillating between tradition and marketing, February 14th in Japan is firstly reserved for single women who take advantage of this moment to offer a gift – usually a box of chocolates – to the one they love. When the chocolates are not …
Japanese heritage, pivotal periods in history, emblematic monuments, diverse and varied personalities who have left their mark on Japanese society or reviews on traditional objects, you will travel through our articles in the heart of this magnificent country that is Japan. Japan in the past Both strange and fascinating, the so-called Land of the Rising …
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