{"title":"Onsen Getaway","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-kettle","title":"Sori Yanagi Kettle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is the real deal Sori Yanagi Kettle, made in Japan. Don't be fooled by the knock-offs out there!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSori Yanagi is celebrated around the world for his modern, functional kitchenware. This kettle is light yet durable, and designed for rapid boiling. Winner of the Good Design Award in 1998, the kettle is one of Yanagi’s best-selling products, with over 1 million sold every year in Japan\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003esince its 1960s debut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout this authentic Sori Yanagi Kettle and its maker: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSori Yanagi originally designed this kettle in 1994, and is manufactured by Sato Shoji. To authenticate all Sori Yanagi-designed products including knives, cutlery, utensils, pans, and other kitchen tools, Sato Shoji established the 'Martian' as their trademark and is stamped on all the products.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 10-1\/2 cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.5W\" x 7.5D\" x 8H\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: 18-8 Stainless steel and phenol resin (handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Martian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283225428047,"sku":"11-300-0001","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yanagi_wh.jpg?v=1492131609"},{"product_id":"organic-japanese-green-tea-sencha-first-picked","title":"Organic Japanese First-Picked Sencha Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eMasubuchi-en's Organic Japanese Green Tea is a premium first flush tea from Gifu Prefecture in Japan. First flush teas are made with the first leaves from the harvest – that means they're the freshest and youngest tea leaves, which make the very best tasting tea. Masubuchi-en then roasts these leaves twice – once at low temperature, and then again at high temperature. The results are a clean, yet rich, smooth, and flavorful green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.4 oz., makes about 25 servings \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Gifu Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Masubuchi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":969760021,"sku":"12-100-0003","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/organic_tea_first_flush.jpg?v=1492115978"},{"product_id":"hinoki-plain-masu","title":"Hinoki Plain Masu","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMasu\u003c\/i\u003e means “growth” in Japanese, and is an icon of prosperity and great happiness. Use it as a sake vessel, a jewelry box, a planter, or anything you please.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 6.1 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 3.25\"W x 3.25\"L x 2\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Hinoki wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6277412417,"sku":"10-400-0001","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/masu_plain.jpg?v=1491951795"},{"product_id":"far-leaves-rest-well","title":"Far Leaves Rest Well","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrew yourself a pot of this organic herbal infusion and do as the name says – \"Rest Well.\" Far Leaves Tea creates this blend with chamomile, mint, lavender, and valerian root – all natural ingredients known for their relaxing properties. Sip this tea whenever you need a serene respite, that is calming and grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead all about Donna Lo, founder of Far Leaves Tea on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/celebrating-women-producers-donna-lo-far-leaves-tea\"\u003eour blog\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 1.5 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"L, 3\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Paper and metal tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted in Berkeley, California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far Leaves Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283236569167,"sku":"12-200-0002","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/farleaves_restwell.jpg?v=1494609016"},{"product_id":"ohayo-hojicha-tea-blend","title":"Ohayo Hojicha Tea Blend","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOhayo\u003c\/em\u003e (good morning) is a simple, subtle hojicha blended with cassia seed, and chicory root. Enjoy in the morning for an extra lift to start your day. Hojicha (roasted green tea) is a g\u003cspan\u003ereat source of a\u003c\/span\u003entioxidants\u003cspan\u003e, which have been shown to lower the risk of heart disease. Cassia seed is used in traditional Chinese medicine for improving vision, while chicory root is used to support liver function. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA little goes a long way – just one and a half teaspoons steeped for one minute will give you one amazing cup of roasted green tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eOhayo\u003c\/em\u003e is one of two Japanese tea blends we created in collaboration with Far Leaves Tea in Berkeley. The other blend, \u003ca href=\"oyasumi-shiso-blend\" title=\"Oyasumi\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOyasumi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (good night) is an herbal shiso blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead all about Donna Lo, founder of Far Leaves Tea on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/celebrating-women-producers-donna-lo-far-leaves-tea\"\u003eour blog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 4.5 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"L, 3\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Paper and metal tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Berkeley, CA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far Leaves Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283256295503,"sku":"12-100-0004","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ohayo_3d8d2fbc-1dd7-478b-b985-706dae15b170.jpg?v=1546517817"},{"product_id":"oyasumi-shiso-tea-blend","title":"Oyasumi Shiso Tea Blend","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOyasumi\u003c\/em\u003e (good night) is an herbal shiso tea combined with brown rice and dried shiitake. This non-caffeinated blend is full of savory umami that will ease you right into dreamland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love how the grassy, mintiness of shiso mingles with the earthiness of the toasted genmai (brown rice). The dried shiitake adds an element of umami that comes through in the flavor and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little goes a long way – just one teaspoon steeped for one minute will give you one restful cup of herbal shiso tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eOyasumi\u003c\/em\u003e is one of two Japanese tea blends we created in collaboration with Far Leaves Tea in Berkeley. The other blend, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/ohayo-hojicha-blend\" title=\"Ohayo\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOhayo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (good morning) is a medium-caffeine hojicha tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead all about Donna Lo, founder of Far Leaves Tea on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/celebrating-women-producers-donna-lo-far-leaves-tea\"\u003eour blog\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"L, 3\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Paper and metal tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Berkeley, CA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far Leaves Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283236896847,"sku":"12-200-0001","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/oyasumi2.jpg?v=1497052567"},{"product_id":"hinoki-bath-bag","title":"Hinoki Bath Bag","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eHinoki\u003c\/em\u003e, or Japanese Cypress has a soothingly minty, lemon fresh aroma that opens the nasal passages and signals relaxation. Each sachet is filled with rejuvenating hinoki shavings that give off a forest fresh aroma when dropped into a hot bath. Go ahead and treat yourself to an \u003cem\u003eonsen\u003c\/em\u003e-like experience without having to pay for the plane ticket to Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach package comes with two sachets and each sachet can be used up to three times. Hang dry between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10\"L x 4-1\/2\" W x 2\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Hinoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo sachets come in an air-tight aluminum package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Kochi, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tosaryu Hinoki Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49853118410,"sku":"14-300-0022","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tosaryu_hinoki.jpg?v=1548952440"},{"product_id":"tofu-spirits-tenugui-kitchen-towel","title":"Tofu Spirits Tenugui","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eCall them creepy, playful, or just plain weird, but the drawings on this \u003cem\u003etenugui\u003c\/em\u003e are quite entertaining. From the bathing tofu man to the one shape-shifting into a tea kettle, each character is vibrantly depicted and hand-dyed on this\u003cspan\u003e 100% cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etenugui\u003cspan\u003e cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis quick-drying towel is woven in Kyoto and dyed, color-by-color, for an off-set look. Hang it on your wall for decoration or use in your kitchen to dry off dishes or hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on the edges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short ends of tenugui are unfinished. This is intentional. Traditionally, tenugui are left unsewn on the short ends so they dry faster, and stay more hygienic. And historically they would be quickly torn into strips for use as bandages or ties in an emergency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this, a small amount of fraying on the short ends is normal and expected. It's a traditional feature, not a flaw, and it will stop on its own after the first few washes as the weave settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also snip or pull off the fraying strings if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 37.5\"L x 12.5\"W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: 100% cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamamoto Jin Shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12351745294415,"sku":"14-200-0008","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tofu_tenugui.jpg?v=1530393113"},{"product_id":"hakka-mint-soap","title":"Hakka Mint Soap","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak up the suds with this refreshing bar of Hakka Mint Soap. Hakka is a Japanese mint varietal which naturally contains a high level of menthol, so you'll get a strong, minty sensation with each wash. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of Benonite Clay helps retain moisture while gently exfoliating. Salt from the Dead Sea soothes skin allergies and eczema.Use this gentle all-natural soap on your face, hands, or body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavenly Soap Co. products are always vegan, palm free and handmade in San Francisco, California. R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eead our interview with Asako Hostetter of Heavenly Soap Co. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-heavenly-soap-co-founder-asako\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-heavenly-soap-co-founder-asako\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"L x 2-1\/2\" W x 1\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Coconut Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Water, Unrefined Shea Butter, Avocado Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Japanese Peppermint Essential Oil, Dead Sea Salt, Jojoba Oil, Bentonite Clay, Vitamin E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaged in paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in San Francisco, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heavenly Soap Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28610188476495,"sku":"14-300-0005","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/heavenly_hakka.jpg?v=1764196641"},{"product_id":"den-sake-kasu-soap","title":"Den Sake Kasu Soap","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's better than drinking Oakland's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/den-batch-no-4-pasteurized-sake-btl-17-oz\"\u003eDen Sake\u003c\/a\u003e? Lathering yourself up in it! Sake brewers in Japan are well known for their smooth, youthful skin, thanks to the lees that they work with everyday. Now you can have skin just like the brewers themselves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by the Bay Area's Den Sake Brewery and Heavenly Soap Company, this nourishing, moisturizing soap has a savory, ricey aroma, incorporating Den sake lees and natural ingredients. Use this gentle soap on your face, hands, or body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavenly Soap Co. products are always vegan, palm free and handmade in San Francisco, California. R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eead our interview with Asako Hostetter of Heavenly Soap Co. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-heavenly-soap-co-founder-asako\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/interview-with-heavenly-soap-co-founder-asako\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead about our visit to Den Sake Brewery on our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/den-sakes-yoshihiro-sako\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"L x 2-1\/2\" W x 1\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, Calhikari sake kasu, unrefined shea butter, California rice bran oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaged in paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in San Francisco, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heavenly Soap Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30687700713551,"sku":"14-300-0003","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/heavenly_den.jpg?v=1764196610"},{"product_id":"hinoki-stool","title":"Hinoki Stool","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhen visiting an \u003cem\u003eonsen\u003c\/em\u003e or a public bath house in Japan, you'll surely notice the small, charming stools in front of each showering station, where folks can sit while lathering up. It's genius!\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem class=\"il\"\u003eHinoki\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese cypress) has a soothing, minty, lemon fresh aroma that opens the nasal passages and signals relaxation. Hinoki is also known to be antibacterial and highly rot-resistant, which makes it ideal to place in moist or misty places. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handsome stool is perfect for a Japanese-style bath, or for displaying pots or found objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/hinoki-soap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHinoki Soap\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/hot-springs-hinoki-aroma-bath-bags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHinoki Bath Bags\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor the full experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10-3\/4\"L x 6-3\/4\"W x 9-1\/4\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade with Hinoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Mie, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umezawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30948598579279,"sku":"14-300-0025","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hinoki_stool.jpg?v=1575414717"},{"product_id":"kyoto-blue-indigo-polka-dot-furoshiki","title":"Kyoto Blue Indigo Polka Dot Furoshiki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe maker of this simple and chic furoshiki chose this particular cotton and its weight because it is classified a handkerchief. It's so soft to the touch and breathable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse furoshiki to dress up a suit pocket for a wedding, wrap up your bento, a bottle of sake or wine as a gift, or a stylish scarf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 23\" x 23\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: 100% cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 1em; list-style: disc outside; padding-left: 1.3em; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: Bariol, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamamoto Jin Shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30948685709391,"sku":"14-200-0019","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kyoto_blue_mizutama.jpg?v=1573241405"},{"product_id":"kenko-ginger-tea-bag","title":"Kenko Ginger Tea Bag","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild up your immune system with these herbal teas from Japan! Ginger promotes blood circulation and digestion, and is also known to aid in breathing. Stay \u003cem\u003ekenko\u003c\/em\u003e (healthy) out there!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 10 tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 3-1\/2\"W \u003c\/span\u003ex 6-1\/2\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Plastic bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Shimane, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sankoen Tea Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31829833416783,"sku":"12-200-0007","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ginger_tea.jpg?v=1584059710"},{"product_id":"hinoki-bath-mat-17","title":"Hinoki Bath Mat 17\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem class=\"il\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem class=\"il\"\u003eHinoki\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese cypress) has a soothing, minty, lemon fresh aroma that opens the nasal passages and signals relaxation. Hinoki is also known to be antibacterial and highly rot-resistant, which makes it ideal to place in moist or misty places. Say \"bye\" to bacteria-laden furry bath mats and \"hello\" to this hygienic mat that massages your feet every time you step in and out of the shower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/hot-springs-hinoki-aroma-bath-bags\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHinoki Bath Bag\u003c\/a\u003e for the full experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 13-3\/4\"L x 17-3\/4\"W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Hinoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Kochi, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tosaryu Hinoki Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32658819711055,"sku":"14-300-0023","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hinoki_bath_mat.jpg?v=1604533199"},{"product_id":"cedar-sake-cup","title":"Cedar Sake Cup","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese small cedar cups are perfect for sipping sake or spirits. The cedar aroma enhances smoky yamahais and mezcals, heightening the experience of rustic drinks. The texture of these cedar cups are satisfying to hold and sip from. Originally launched at our shop back in 2012, it experienced a hiatus on our shelves and are now back!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: .61 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 1.5\"D x 2\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cedar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32664810881103,"sku":"10-400-0002","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/cedar_sake_cup.jpg?v=1604330830"},{"product_id":"kuma-honey-lip-balm","title":"Kuma Honey Lip Balm","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUmami Mart Co-Founder Yoko’s pride and joy (her bee hives) produced the lemon yellow beeswax and golden honey that serves as the main ingredients in this silky smooth lip balm made of organic ingredients. Use this lip balm to protect your lips from the daily elements or when you need extra moisture on the slopes or in dry, windy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese lip balms are packaged in compostable paper tubes. Push up from the bottom to dispense. We made the switch from plastic to compostable in 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYoko has been an amateur beekeeper since 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/kuma-honey-extraction\"\u003ethe harvest\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 0.75 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Compostable paper tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients: Almond oil, Kuma Honey, Kuma Honey beeswax, lanolin, cocoa butter, olive oil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Berkeley, CA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuma Honey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32673183727695,"sku":"14-300-0001","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/kuma_lipbalm2.jpg?v=1791572358"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Umami Mart Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFull of umami and acidity, discover a full range of flavors and textures with our flagship sake brewed by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/event-recap-kita-brewery-sake-tasting\"\u003eKita Brewery\u003c\/a\u003e in Shiga, Japan. Get notes of grapeskin on the nose, with a custardy mouthfeel and a satisfying \u003cem\u003ekire \u003c\/em\u003e(clean ending). Enjoy with cheese, rib eye, yakitori, shellfish, and pasta.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is very close to our hearts as we have teamed up with one of our favorite breweries, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/a-visit-to-kita-brewery-in-shiga\"\u003eKita Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Shiga, Japan, to formulate this very special brew. Kita Shuzo prides itself on cultivating their koji for up to 50 hours instead of the usual 40 for more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekokumi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (richness) and ample UMAMI – eureka! It is only fitting that this would be our flagship sake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamada Nishiki is used for the \u003cem\u003ekojimai\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eshubo\u003c\/em\u003e (starter mash). Ginfubuki is used for the \u003cem\u003ekakemai\u003c\/em\u003e (rice that's added to the shubo).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Shiga, Japan by Kita Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki + Ginfubuki 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 16-17% \/SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39491316908111,"sku":"04-200-0133","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/um_junmai.jpg?v=1626992282"},{"product_id":"blue-asahoha-tenugui-kitchen-towel","title":"Blue Asanoha Terry Tenugui","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby blue, eye-catching geometric patterns of \u003cem\u003easanoha\u003c\/em\u003e (hemp leaves) adorn this handsome towel. This traditional hexagonal pattern you may see on kimonos and washi paper is believed to bring a healthy and long life to its user. Whether you're a hemp enthusiast, or appreciate classic design, you can't go wrong with this \u003cem\u003eo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eshare \u003c\/em\u003e(fashionable) tenugui\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOshare is right! These tenugui are made with 100% cotton and are so soft. A real joy to hold and feel between your fingers. While tenugui are typically used as a light-duty tea towel or as decoration, these tenugui have a thicker, near-terry weave that will come in handy in tenugui \"extended technique.\" Use this as a handy sweat rag when doing yard work, for face-washing, wiping your coffee or tea station, or as a clever bandana.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note: colors may run during the first couple of washes, so be sure to wash separately with cold water to avoid color bleeding.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on the edges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short ends of tenugui are unfinished. This is intentional. Traditionally, tenugui are left unsewn on the short ends so they dry faster, and stay more hygienic. 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Acknowledging her privilege as an outsider to learn from these masters, Kirshner's spirit to go \"all-in\" and live amongst this small community is both inspiring and entertaining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePart travelogue, part meditation on the meaning of work, and full of her own drawings and recipes, Kirshner's refreshing book is an ode to a place and its people, as well as a profound examination of what it means to sustain traditions and find purpose in cultivation and craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor: Hannah Kirshner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePages: 370\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by Penguin Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinted in USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Penguin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39991424778319,"sku":"14-100-0085","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/wwwt_kirshner_book_90b7a7c4-396c-49e8-a884-febc4381e3e5.jpg?v=1652814551"},{"product_id":"kanaya-hog-hair-nail-brush","title":"Kanaya Hog Hair Nail Brush","description":"\u003cp\u003eKanaya Brush was established in 1914 in Asakusa, Tokyo. It is well-known for its use of all-natural materials such as hog and horse hair, as well as its use of traditional crafting methods. The craftsmen of Kanaya Brush have carefully selected hogs hair for this pocket-sized nail brush, featuring firm bristles perfect for removing dirt from under and around the nails. The text on the brush reads, \"Kanaya Brush Asakusa.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\" W x 1.75\" L\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Boars Hair, Beechwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in: Tokyo, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kanaya Brush","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40268537659471,"sku":"14-300-0035","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/asakusa_nailbrush.jpg?v=1668106912"},{"product_id":"higuchi-arare-cast-iron-kettle","title":"Iwachu Higuchi Arare Cast Iron Kettle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cast iron kettle brings function and beauty to the space it inhabits. World famous Iwachu applies an oxide film to the interior of this kettle. 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