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Artisan Team at Casa Tocoton: An Interview

Jul 12, 2025
BY Amna Bibi

At Arigato Travel, we are fascinated by Tougei Tocoton's distinctive approach to pottery, particularly the beautiful fusion of Catalan and Japanese artistic traditions. We’ve been following your work and heard about your new project, “Casa Tocoton,” which includes other experiences such as carving and decorating matcha […]

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Kimono Couture – Where Traditional Japan Meets Modern-Day Chic!

Jan 9, 2025
BY Mythi Tran

Today we’re going to delve into the intricate Japanese craftsmanship that combines tradition and modern chic! We're thrilled to chat with the face behind Koubou-Kina; Keiko Miura-san, who was kind enough to have us join her Drawstring bag workshop recently! Keiko san is a masterful artisan […]

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Interview With Barrique Tokyo – Traditional Japanese Ambiance

Dec 18, 2024
BY Amna Bibi

Let’s all welcome Barrique Tokyo, a Japan-based shop renowned for its exquisite collection of home furnishings, accessories, and decorative pieces ingeniously crafted from repurposed Kimonos. Each item breathes new life into these cherished Japanese textiles, showcasing unparalleled artistry and uniqueness. With a dedicated commitment to sustainability […]

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A HIDDEN GEMS ITINERARY IN KYOTO: STEP INTO ANOTHER WORLD

Dec 7, 2024
BY Chisato Takahashi

Lately, my Instagram feed has been flooded with reels showcasing the beauty of Kyoto. If you’ve caught a glimpse of them, you’ve likely been amazed by the amount of tourists visiting this historic city. Kyoto is often known for its temples, shrines, and traditional Japanese charm. […]

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Tougei Tocoton – A view of the magical realm of Japanese and Spanish ceramics

Sep 7, 2024
BY Madhuri Nagaraja

Today, we have the great pleasure and honor of interviewing Anna-san and Ryo-san from Tougei Tocoton. This renowned webshop will transport you to the enchanting and ethereal world of beautifully handcrafted ceramics. Anna-san, also known as l’Artesanna, the ceramist wizard, and Ryo-san, an expert web designer, […]

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TEMARIMO: learn more about temari – a centuries old Japanese craft

Dec 23, 2023
BY Maddy Vandelden

Arigato Travel has recently had the delightful opportunity to sit down with Satomi, the proud founder of TEMARIMO. Originally from Hyogo, Japan, Satomi’s journey has taken her to multiple countries such as Thailand, the Netherlands, Canada, and back to Japan. Her travel experiences and great appreciation […]

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