DIY Japanese Curry

Japanese curry began in 1872 when writer Kanagaki Robun introduced the first recipe. Since then, it has evolved into a uniquely sweet and savory dish, now enjoyed more often than sushi or tempura in Japan.

Sonoko Sakai’s Quick Curry Brick Kit and Curry Powder feature ingredients like turmeric, cumin, kombu, and shiitake, making it easy to enjoy authentic Japanese curry at home.

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NEW Summer Cloths!

We offer soft and breathable clothes perfect for summer, including organic cotton kimono onesies for babies, roomy shorts for adults, and popular reversible dresses. All are comfortable and easy to wear.

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Takizawa Plywood Koishi Paperweights

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MISUZUDO Marble Edge Notebooks

The notebook takes its name from the pastel-colored marbled patterns on its edges. These dreamy designs are created by gently transferring ink floated on water onto the edges of the paper, a dyeing technique reminiscent of the traditional Japanese art of suminagashi.

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Bunaco in Aomori Prefecture crafts eco-friendly and efficient beechwood products by slicing the wood into 1mm strips, coiling them, and shaping them. This method overcomes the natural moisture-related weakness of beechwood and minimizes waste.

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Takizawa Plywood Animal Puzzles

Takizawa Plywood’s 3D puzzles feature the Ussuri brown bear, Ezo red fox, and Hokkaido squirrel, crafted from “Paper-Wood,” a layered material of colored recycled paper and wood veneer. Developed in Hokkaido, a region known for paper and woodworking, the design blends playfulness and elegance with striped edges unique to the material.

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TGS Weekly Newsletter - August 2nd 2025

Cool Comfort for You and Yours! NEW Summer Cloths!

Hasami Porcelain | Designed by Takuhiro Shinomoto of Tortoise

HASAMI PORCELAIN

Designed by Takuhiro Shinomoto of Tortoise

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Sori Yanagi

The Iconic Post-War Industrial Designer for the Kitchen and Home

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Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Flatware | Tortoise General Store

Tenugui Cloth

Traditional 100% cotton, hand-dyed multi-functional Japanese textiles

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