TGS BLOG
Check-In with Black Barc's Mizuki Tsurutaka During Safer at Home
Mizuki Tsurutaka is the Japanese designer and sole pair of hands producing her beautiful jewelry line, Black Barc. When you meet her in person, you can't help but see the...
Tortoise Staff Picks: Our Favorite Tools in the Kitchen!
WRF Espresso Mugs: It's hard to find an espresso cup more charming than these small mugs by local ceramic studio, WRF (West, River, Field). Handmade in...
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...