HISTORICAL SHOPS

As the home of sake, Japan is also the home of the humble sake cup!

Here are some fantastic cutlery sets that show off Japan's exquisite workmanship.

For those with more of a sweet tooth when it comes to alcohol, plum wine is the liquor that can't be beat!

Do you like soba? This is how to make your favorite noodles by hand!

It was of course the Japanese samurai and their infamous swords that set the stage for Japan's global blade fame!

For that moment you want to feel refreshed with elegance.

Sailing south down Japan’s western coast from Hokkaido, ships brought goods that included the edible kelp called "konbu" to Toyama on their way along the watery route that came to be called Konbu Road.

Ever wanted a brush made with gray squirrel fur? With 180 years of history, the town of Kumano is the largest producer of calligraphy and artist’s brushes—as well as makeup brushes—in Japan.