TGS BLOG
It's the Thought that Counts: Tortoise Moms and Staff Picks for Mother's Day
Many of you know from seeing us in the store (and maybe our kids too) that moms are the backbone of Tortoise. So we asked...
3 Ways to Create a Cafe Experience at Home with Hasami Porcelain
After nearly a month of being safer at home, many of us have reached a point where we want to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea...
Tenugui - The Truly Remarkable Cloth - 6 Ways we Use Them at Home
Tenugui cloths are colorful, hand-dyed, 100% cotton, traditional Japanese cloths with a multitude of uses. Truly ubiquitous in Japan and treasured for their durability around the...
Staff Picks for Safer at Home with Family!
We asked Tortoise staff what they are enjoying at home during this time of 'Safer At Home'. Here are our recommendations - straight from our...
Gratitude for Tortoise Community: Taku and Keiko Shinomoto - Message from Tortoise Owners
Dear Tortoise Community: Apologies for taking such a candid picture for our store newsletter. It is however a glimpse into our current daily...
Staff At Home: Akiko's Tonjiru Soup Recipe
“Tonjiru (Pork Miso Soup)” for rainy day I like rainy days. Maybe it’s because I’m in California.I love the rain once in a while....
Staff Picks of Eco-Friendly Products in Honor of Earth Day
Tenugui Cloths: Tenugui cloths are colorful, hand-dyed, 100% cotton, traditional Japanese cloths with a multitude of uses. Truly ubiquitous in Japan and treasured for their durability...
Staff Picks for Valentine's Day x Tortoise General Store
Valentine's is a day to give something special to someone special. Here are some of the special somethings our staff would love to receive and...
TEMBEA Canvas Bag Pop-Up / FRI February 28th - SUN April 5th 2020
"Carry baguettes and organize books. Stack newspapers and store toys. Pack for a trip; gather your produce. Bike to work; walk to school. Each bag has...