GUIDES & STORIES
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Bristles coated in a mineral finish, designed to be used with water alone. What that changes, what it does not, and how long one lasts. Read More
About 11 min read
Microcurrent, platinum coating and a kneading action — what the makers state, what is marketing, and how to buy the g... Read More
About 11 min read
English calls both "boar bristle". Japanese brushes separate soft pig bristle from stiff wild boar — and that decides... Read More
About 13 min read
Why people import Japanese sunscreen: the US approved its first new UV filter in 25 years only recently. Plus sake le... Read More
About 14 min read
Ten Japanese perfume brands made in Japan, from J-Scent and SHIRO to EDIT(h), and where to buy them in Japan or abroad. Read More
About 21 min read
The classic bamboo mimikaki suits dry earwax — which almost no Westerner has. Here is which Japanese ear pick actuall... Read More
About 14 min read
Feather blades are famously the sharpest made. This guide covers the AS-D2, the $15 Popular, Artist Club, and which p... Read More
About 14 min read
Kumano brushes never cut the tip — that one craft principle transforms your finish. Here are the 3 brushes to buy fir... Read More
About 12 min read
Japan's 5 best artisan soap brands: Matsuyama Yushi, Tamanohada, Kimura Soap, Pelican and Chi no Shiosha — with how k... Read More
About 20 min read
The best Japanese handmade soap gifts for every budget. From Tamanohada's tai-shaped welcome soap to Hakuichi gold-fl... Read More
About 16 min read