Japanese Crafts
More to discover ↗A genkan is more than a place to leave shoes. Learn how to shape a clear threshold, choose practical storage and make the transition from outdoors to indoors comfortable for residents and guests.
Read article · 4 min↗Shoji and fusuma both slide, but they serve different purposes. Learn how each affects daylight, privacy and the feel of a room, plus simple ways to care for their paper surfaces and tracks.
Read article · 4 min↗Tatami can make a room feel calm and flexible, but choosing and caring for it takes more than counting mats. Learn how sizes vary, what to consider when planning a layout, and how to keep the surface clean and dry.
Read article · 4 min↗A washitsu and a yoshitsu offer different ways to furnish and use a room. Learn how flooring, doors, furniture and everyday habits shape each space—and why many Japanese homes make room for both.
Read article · 4 min↗A Japanese apartment listing can say a great deal in just a few characters. Learn how to read 1K, 1DK and 1LDK, what those labels leave out, and how to judge whether a layout suits the way you live.
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