椿 (tsubaki) refers to Japonica Camellia, known more commonly as Japanese camellia. This gorgeous flower usually blooms between January and March. Its petals can range from red to pink to white, sometimes with streaks and speckles. The ones most cherished in Japan are the ones that bloom a deep, vivid red. The oils of tsubaki have properties that are completely beneficial to one's beauty cares. It softens the skin, smoothens the hair, and brings out the natural glow one has. They n
Washi paper was first made in Japan, it's usually made using fibers from the bark of a specific Japanese tree called "gampi," the paper mulberry, or the "Mitsumata" bush. It can also be made using other materials like wheat, hemp, bamboo, or rice, and its name means "Japanese paper," this term is used to describe the paper made by hand. This paper is used for making the Washi Tapes, they're cute, they're Japanese, and they're perfect for decor or packaging. Due to this material, they'
PILOT is one of the spearheads in the Japanese stationery industry and its DR. GRIP 4+1 one of the most complete writing utensil there is. Not only does it have a brilliant design combining tasteful colors and metal parts, the pen has much more to offer with many unique features. In Japan, the pen made itself a name as being a writing instrument that even one writes a lot, the hand won't get tired easily. It is convenient to handle as the shaft lies comfortably in the writing hand. Furthermo
In Japan, we have a culture of taking baths over showers. Baths are not only for cleaning ourselves, but also for having a relaxing time by yourself or even with family members! To soak in a tub of hot water, forgetting about one's troubles at the end of the day...isn't that soothing? To make bath time even more comfortable, there are Japanese bath salts you can use! There are various bath salts to suit one's needs. They come in many fragrances and colors. Some use oil