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two deer standing next to each other near a building

Flashback again to some friends we made back in February: these are the wild deer of Nara park, and they are allowed to roam freely. Around the park, around its famous temple, in the shops, down the street and at the bus stops. GIRD YOUR LOINS. And your lunchbox.⠀ ⠀ #cutenessoverload #narapark #deer #wildlife #japanlife #streetphotography #urbanlife #urbanphotography #streetscape #flaneur #flaneurism #urbanexplorer #streetpics #streetshot #onthestreet #cornersofmyworld #cityliving #livingintheci

N E W I N S T O R E⠀ ⠀ These face masks draw on the benefits of a traditional Japanese skincare regimen. Face masks were originally favoured by geishas who would use silk from their kimonos and dip it in beauty solutions. In Japan, people have been indulging in this soothing, spa-like ritual for centuries. ⠀ ⠀ We've selected five different masks, each with its own particular benefits. Depending on your skin type choose from essence of cherry blossom, camellia flower oil, collagen, green tea or

an abstract sculpture made out of wood and metal

Barbara Hepworth giving good sculpture in her Wakefield home. All curvy and organic forms. Just pop on some Barry Manilow and stick a fork in me, I'm done.⠀ ⠀⠀ #barbarahepworth #hepworth #modernist #sculpture #internationalartist #womenwhopaint #organicforms #artiseverything #artoftheday #materialresearch #craftsmanship #mystoryoflight #shadowandlight

Natural Essential Oils

‘Shinrin-yoku’ means ‘forest bathing’, and eludes to walking through the forest and soaking in all the restorative green light. It's encapsulated in our beautiful eye pillow kits, made in Japan. ⠀ Each pillow comes gift-boxed with an accompanying aroma spray. The scent of the forest is carried with a combination of natural essential oils and hydrosols taken from cedar, cypress and Kuromoji trees in the Yabakei forest. The washi fabric cover is made in Japan from Hinoki wood trimmings, which woul

We're all about craftsmanship, and we know you love seeing our makers and processes. Including this lovely lady who's busy weaving Nishijin-ori, a traditional textile produced in the Kyoto district of Nishijin. Weaving originated in Nishijin over 1200 years ago. It uses many different types of coloured yarns (including the gold thread here - faency), weaving them together into decorative designs. We've lots of decorative textiles woven in Nishijin coming to store this autumn.⠀ ⠀ #inthestudio #at

an orange and white cat sitting on top of a window sill next to potted plants

Our Tiddles (AKA 'T-Man', 'BIG DAWG', 'The Big T', 'The Big G' and for more formal occasions 'Master Richard Tiddles Esquire') looking pensive this morning. Gets a guffaw in this household I can tell you, every time a pet-insurance letter comes addressed to 'Mr Tiddles' instead of us, due to some unknown clerical error which we don't have the heart to correct.⠀ ⠀ Reminded me of this lovely poem, 'The Naming of Cats' by T. S. Eliot. I must admit that most poetry usually eludes me but 1) I underst

a concrete building with stairs leading up to the top floor and trees growing on it

Had to stop in the road and embarrass ourselves to take this shot but totally worth it. Massive envy of this suburban Japanese home: cantilevered polished concrete, soft under-lighting and a front window framed like a shoji room divider. Not to mention the raised front entrance and overhanging botany. Drool.⠀ ⠀ #architecture_hunter #architecturelovers #bauhaus #architecturephotography #architectureporn #architecturepilgrimage #designlovers #architecture_greatshots #japanesephotography #architect

an open box containing several different items on a white surface with trees in the background

These limited edition candles are made of the refined wax from fruit of the Urushi tree. Dating back to the 17th Century, Japanese candles (warosuku) were often made from Urushi before candles made from the oil of the Japanese wax tree replaced them. Kew Garden’s ‘Economic Botany Collection’ actually stocks traditional Japanese candles made from Urushi.⠀ ⠀ These warosuku have been made for us by hand in the Takazawa atelier in Japan, using traditional methods. Takazawa are the only remaining man

an old pot with some sticks in it next to a planter and other items

More pics from our trip to the Udatsu washi (japanese paper) atelier in Echizen in May 2019. Japanese washi paper is made from three types of tree bark: kozo (mulberry), mitsumata and gampi. First the bark is cooked (shajuku), then cleaned (chiri tori) and beaten (kohkai) before it's sieved and ready to make paper. Mixed with water, the pulp is then submerged and shaken over a screen (the suketa) to make thin sheets of washi paper. Our washi paper kit replicates the traditional Japanese techniq

OK so trips to Japan may be off at the moment, but that doesn't mean we can't still plan one, right? Featuring blowtorched mackerel, upscale downtown baths, shopping malls for supergeeks and gourmet chicken skewers, our Lost in Tokyo city guides give the insider tips from the locals who live there. In store now. #lostintokyo #travelguide #tokyo #japan #ilovejapan #japantravels #traveldeeper #japanesestyle #roamtheplanet #modernvoyage #roadlesstravelled #traveltolearn #japanesedesign #travelhol

S N E A K P E A K⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Some more of the beautiful new wall art coming to the store soon. Featuring showa-era movie posters, vintage Japanese rail memorabilia and ukiyo-e woodblock prints.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ This print in the traditional Japanese woodcut style was created by the artist Katsushika Hokusai (famous for THAT wave print). Spot the Japanese gardening scissors just like the ones we sell in store!⠀ ⠀⠀ #hokusai #printmakers #imprinted #ukiyoe #simplepleasures #smallmomentsofcalm #simplethingsmadebeaut Ikebana, Types Of Shells, Shell Print, Japanese Artwork, Katsushika Hokusai, Matching Games, Mold Making, Flower Arrangement, Art Paper

S N E A K P E A K⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Some more of the beautiful new wall art coming to the store soon. Featuring showa-era movie posters, vintage Japanese rail memorabilia and ukiyo-e woodblock prints.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ This print in the traditional Japanese woodcut style was created by the artist Katsushika Hokusai (famous for THAT wave print). Spot the Japanese gardening scissors just like the ones we sell in store!⠀ ⠀⠀ #hokusai #printmakers #imprinted #ukiyoe #simplepleasures #smallmomentsofcalm #simplethingsmadebeaut

a brown bowl sitting on top of a white table

Crafted by potter Andrew Pentland: a deep olive green interior contrasts with a raw, scorched, wood-fired exterior. Pared back and classic, for easy mornings, savoured breakfasts and communal dining. They’d make a lovely gift for someone who likes their tableware to complement their food, feeding the eyes as well as the belly.⠀ ⠀ In store now.⠀ ⠀ #rusticstyle #countrykitchen #japanesestyle #simplepleasures #slowliving #theartofslowliving #aquietstyle #easyliving #inmykitchen #styleonmytable #foo

a pair of scissors sitting on top of a wooden box next to flowers and books

Back in stock- our proper Japanese gardening tools, all replete with giftable packaging and nimble enough for pruning both outdoor and indoor plants. Plus a selection of gifts for the green-fingered. ⠀ ⠀ Each product has to be both functional and totally beautiful to make the cut.⠀ ⠀ The collection includes wildflowers inspired by poetry and grow-your-own Japanese herbs. Plus Japanese workwear and sorghum table brushes to tidy up afterwards.⠀ ⠀ #artisanmade #japanesedesign #botanicalpickmeup #pl

a green glass bottle with a wooden stopper

Sun People

Recycled Wine Bottles

Crafted from recycled wine bottles and sustainably-grown mahogany, these statement storage jars are made fairtrade in Malawi by @peopleofthesunconnect. The organisation helps low-income artisans build sustainable businesses and ensures age-old craft techniques survive for the next generation.⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ They're great for storing coffee beans, lentils, cotton pads, M&Ms...Six coordinating styles available in store now.⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ #midcenturyhome #uniquehomedecor #storageideas #finditstyleit #theartofslowlivi

Oh to live in a house like this. Inspiration for our gardening range this season. Mine’s a gin and tonic. #vintageprint #botanicalprint #botanicalillustration #botanicalpickmeup #plantsmakepeoplehappy #urbanjunglebloggers #greenupyourgaff #botanicalstyling #urbangardener #greenfingered #plantparenthood #houseplantclub #interiorrewilding #jungalowstyle #growyourown #wildgarden #backtonature #flowerlovers #welcometothejungle #floralsyourway #flora_addict #the_gentle_manifesto #autumntones #natur