Keep it long, treasure it long.

Switching your wardrobe from summer to autumn is about paying attention to materials, silhouettes, and colors. If you can choose clothes that let you feel the changing seasons against your skin, your sense of style will grow even richer.

Handmade leather shoes crafted by Japanese artisans, chausser, combine simple design with a sense of warmth. Wanting to learn more about chausser's appeal, we visited plus by chausser, the brand's shop in Ebisu. This special interview feature brings you a conversation with designer and owner Yoichi Maeda.

Toyama Prefecture is a region where metalware production has long flourished. Highly specialized techniques—including casting, processing, and coloring—have developed to a remarkably advanced level, and that craftsmanship continues to this day.

贈り物を選ぶとき、どんなことを考えますか？贈る相手のイメージカラーや纏う雰囲気、そこからたどり着いた「あなたのために選んだもの」は、世界でただひとつだけ、他のものには代え難い贈り物になるかもしれません。渡すときに「実はね、」とその意味を伝えるのが楽しみになる贈り物をご紹介します。

A colorful array of side dishes, fluffy rice—whether you're packing lunch for yourself, for a growing child with a hearty appetite, or for a partner working hard at their job. A meal that's nutritious, beautiful to look at, and filled with the maker's love deserves a bento box that you'll want to use and cherish for years to come.

Nassen (textile printing) gives fabric its patterns and colors. Also known by names such as silk screen printing or roller printing, nassen is a dyeing technique that has been used all over the world. Here, we introduce the beauty that nassen creates.

UV rays shine down on us all year round. In fact, they affect not only our bodies but also the things we own. Here are some tips for minimizing the effects of UV exposure by blocking sunlight and taking proper care of your belongings.

When you hear the word "totonoeru" (to put in order), what comes to mind? Tidying a room, straightening your appearance. In the busy pace of modern life, "putting things in order" can sometimes feel difficult. Tools of daily living, deeply rooted in Japanese tradition, gently embrace us, blending naturally into our everyday lives. This is the second installment of our "Yomimono" series, "Tools for Japanese Living."

We visited TO LABO, a natural stone jewelry brand based in Kofu, to learn about natural stones, the craftsmanship behind them, and the city of Kofu itself. Stepping into TO LABO's shop, we found jewelry in a rainbow of colors—almost like candy—carefully arranged throughout the space.

Today we're introducing bridle leather items from GLENROYAL, arriving from Scotland, a land of magnificent, abundant nature. Among the many types of leather, bridle leather stands out for its exceptional durability and the way its aging expression varies depending on how it's used. Crafted by skilled artisans, each piece is completed once as a finished product, then further shaped into a truly one-of-a-kind item through the affection of its owner. Let's unravel that story.

Okayama Prefecture has long been known for its thriving textile industry. It was the region's favorable environment for fabric-making that drew skilled craftspeople together, giving rise to techniques of rare quality. Let's take a closer look at the fascinating world of fabric-making in Okayama.

Suede shoes have a versatile character that works equally well in formal and casual settings, along with a distinctive sheen from the napped surface and a soft, enveloping feel against the foot. They're also a great choice for anyone who finds stiff, rigid leather shoes—the kind that leave your feet feeling locked in place—uncomfortable to wear.

Do you have a favorite book? Maybe it's the book you struggled through for a summer reading report back in your school days, a collection of poems you flipped through on a train during a trip, a coming-of-age novel that gave you a push forward when you were troubled, or an adventure story that never fails to thrill you, no matter when or where you read it. Today we'd like to introduce a T-shirt printed with a passage from a literary masterpiece—the kind of piece you'd want to keep on hand, chosen carefully from a row of books like picking out your one favorite title.

For those who increasingly rely mostly on cards and carry only a little cash, using a card case and a coin case separately is a great option. There are also plenty of occasions when you need a compact wallet — for days when you're out with a small bag, or for formal bags used at weddings and other ceremonial events. Why not try choosing a combination of card case and coin case that suits you?

It's the power of color that makes the same design feel completely different just by changing the color scheme. Skillfully blending colors—or letting one stand out—can dramatically broaden the range of your coordination.