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Yoshi Morohashi - tortoise general store

Yoshi Morohashi (1949-2017)

In the wake of World War II, Japan’s culture shifted dramatically, shaped by rapid Westernization and urbanization. It was during this time that a sixteen-year-old Yoshi...

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What is Furoshiki? - tortoise general store

What is Furoshiki?

Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth dating back to the Nara period (710-794 AD). Originally, this cloth was used to wrap valuables. As public...

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Valentine's Day In-store Event💐 - tortoise general store

Good Company: Valentine's Day In-store Event by Naoko Zaima 💐

Pre-Order (CLOSED)  the bouquet by Naoko Zaima for 2025 Valentine's Day Celebrate love and beauty this Valentine’s Day with stunning floral arrangements crafted by the talented...

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We remain open to share the space for the community.

We remain open to share the space for the community.

We are deeply saddened by the wildfires affecting our beautiful Los Angeles community. These ongoing fires have brought immense challenges to many, including our customers,...

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Team TGS

Thank you Holiday 2024!

As 2024 comes to an end, we want to say a big thank you for supporting Tortoise General Store this year. We are so grateful...

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Good Company : Yoka is back and celebrates the 4th anniversary starting 10.29.2024! - tortoise general store

Good Company : Yoka is back and celebrates the 4th anniversary starting 10.29.2024!

       10.29.2024 Tuesday - 11.03.2024 Sunday I am thrilled to participate in this exciting 6 days pop-up event this October! It’s an honor...

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Mariko Hirasawa Monotype Art Show : Oct 11 (Fri) - 27 (Sun) 2024 - tortoise general store

Mariko Hirasawa Monotype Art Show : Oct 11 (Fri) - 27 (Sun) 2024

We are excited to introduce another talented artist, Mariko Hirasawa. Born in Tokyo, she works across a wide range of fields, including book covers, advertising,...

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Cultural Exchange: The Rise of Japanese Bamboo Baskets in America - tortoise general store

Cultural Exchange: The Rise of Japanese Bamboo Baskets in America

It is quite fascinating that the boom of Japanese bamboo baskets began not in Japan, but in America. The bamboo baskets, which were brought over...

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Paper Weaving - Haneno Suzuki 09.21 - 10.06.2024 - tortoise general store

Paper Weaving - Haneno Suzuki 09.21 - 10.06.2024

Haneno SuzukiVisual Artist Born in Tokyo in 1989.Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts, Graduate School of Fine Arts, specializing in visual communication design. I...

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