When you hear “aizome” or “indigo dyeing”, you might picture it simply as traditional Japanese craftsmanship. In fact, indigo has been part of Japan’s cultural fabric for centuries, valued for both its beauty and its...
Traveling abroad is an amazing way to understand its culture, customs and traditions. Exploring and sightseeing are great options, but what about joining workshops? In Tokyo, there are venues where you can experience traditional crafts and arts...
Sustainability in Japan may be somewhat of a mystery for those residing outside of the island country. Fortunately, we are here to give you 15 interesting facts about ventures, organizations, and information about the country’s efforts to move...
A deep blue face wash soap with Japanese Indigo extract, ‘Indigo Balancing Soap’ is now on sale from amritara, an organic cosmetics company based in Tokyo. The product attracts the eye by its alluring color, but that’s not the only benefit of adding...