Japanese Heritage Shōya House - The Huntington Store

An exquisite, full-color guide to sashiko, a simple Japanese stitching technique that uses stunning patterns to decorate or repair clothing, accessories, and home textiles.Requiring no special equipment other than a sewing needle and thread, Make and Mend introduces the incredibly simple technique of sashiko--a striking hand-sewing method using a running stitch to form pleasing geometric patterns.

An exquisite, full-color guide to sashiko, a simple Japanese stitching technique that uses stunning patterns to decorate or repair clothing, accessories, and home textiles.Requiring no special equipment other than a sewing needle and thread, Make and Mend introduces the incredibly simple technique of sashiko--a striking hand-sewing method using a running stitch to form pleasing geometric patterns.

Make and mend $18.99

Discover the beauty of Japan through fragrance and art. All packages are adorned with well-known and historical pieces of Japanese art.

Discover the beauty of Japan through fragrance and art. All packages are adorned with well-known and historical pieces of Japanese art.

Japonism incense discovery set $21.95

Add a touch of culture to your space with this 3D-printed Samurai figurine. With its flexible movement, this figure is fun to play and to display!

Samurai figure $18.95

These flower-patterned mini dishes are perfect for decoration. In Japan, these mini dishes are known as "Mamezara" and are used as a chopstick rest or plates for seasonings. Made in Arita, Japan. Set of 6 mini dishes. Porcelain Set of 6 Hand made in Japan

These flower-patterned mini dishes are perfect for decoration. In Japan, these mini dishes are known as "Mamezara" and are used as a chopstick rest or plates for seasonings. Made in Arita, Japan. Set of 6 mini dishes. Porcelain Set of 6 Hand made in Japan

Flower mini dish set $68.00

These mini dishes are perfect for decoration. In Japan, these mini dishes are known as "Mamezara" and are used as a chopstick rest or plates for seasonings. These can be paired with a large plate for various small sweets or nuts. Made in Arita, Japan. Set of 6 mini dishes. Porcelain Set of 6 Hand made in Japan

These mini dishes are perfect for decoration. In Japan, these mini dishes are known as "Mamezara" and are used as a chopstick rest or plates for seasonings. These can be paired with a large plate for various small sweets or nuts. Made in Arita, Japan. Set of 6 mini dishes. Porcelain Set of 6 Hand made in Japan

Square mini dish set $68.00

This beautifully illustrated book presents the Japanese philosophies intrinsic to living well. These pages illuminate ten techniques and practices, including ikigai, shinrin-yoku, wabi-sabi, and ikebana. Rooted in ancient traditions with easy-to-follow exercises for modern times. Hardcover.

This beautifully illustrated book presents the Japanese philosophies intrinsic to living well. These pages illuminate ten techniques and practices, including ikigai, shinrin-yoku, wabi-sabi, and ikebana. Rooted in ancient traditions with easy-to-follow exercises for modern times. Hardcover.

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This unique wooden puzzle allows you to create and customize a beautiful Bonsai sculpture. Piece together the laser-cut pieces to create your Bonsai base, then have fun shaping and sculpting your ideal tree - there are literally hundreds of ways to assemble! Wooden puzzle kit Recommended age: 8+

This unique wooden puzzle allows you to create and customize a beautiful Bonsai sculpture. Piece together the laser-cut pieces to create your Bonsai base, then have fun shaping and sculpting your ideal tree - there are literally hundreds of ways to assemble! Wooden puzzle kit Recommended age: 8+

Bonsai sculpture puzzle kit - pine $26.00

Do you love sushi as much as we do? Then these socks are for you! Featuring chopsticks and a variety of sushi rolls, wear these on your next sushi excursion and your outfit will definitely be on a roll. Cotton rich socks (58% cotton, 41% nylon, 1% spandex). Size: Fits Men's shoe size 7-12.5, Ladies shoe size 8.5 - 14)

Sushi socks $12.00

In 1906 in turn-of-the-century Boston, a small, esoteric book about tea was written with the intention of being read aloud in the famous salon of Isabella Gardner, Boston's most notorious socialite. It was authored by Okakura Kakuzo, a Japanese philosopher, art expert, and curator. The Book of Tea is a delightful cup of enlightenment from a man far ahead of his time.

The book of tea - classic edition $18.95

Tawashi are traditional brushes made from the fibers of the windmill palm. For centuries such brushes have been used in Japan for cleaning and sweeping. This Tawashi dustpan and brush set is handcrafted, one at a time. Materials: Windmill palm, Japanese cypress, stainless steel. Size: Brush: 4" x 11", Dustpan: 6" x 9".

Tawashi are traditional brushes made from the fibers of the windmill palm. For centuries such brushes have been used in Japan for cleaning and sweeping. This Tawashi dustpan and brush set is handcrafted, one at a time. Materials: Windmill palm, Japanese cypress, stainless steel. Size: Brush: 4" x 11", Dustpan: 6" x 9".

Tawashi broom and dustpan set - small $138.00

Exploring the art and craft of Japanese residential interiors, author Mihoko Iida provides an insider's look into the interior design of her country's private homes. The book showcases homes designed by some of Japan's top architects, such as Kengo Kuma, nendo, Koji Fujii, Arata Endo, and Takamitsu Azuma. Hardcover.

Exploring the art and craft of Japanese residential interiors, author Mihoko Iida provides an insider's look into the interior design of her country's private homes. The book showcases homes designed by some of Japan's top architects, such as Kengo Kuma, nendo, Koji Fujii, Arata Endo, and Takamitsu Azuma. Hardcover.

Japanese interiors $79.95

For centuries, Japanese artists have created block-printed illustrations and patterns that evoke their rich cultural heritage. The four block prints reproduced in this boxed notecard assortment are part of the British Library's Collection of Decorated Papers. 20 assorted 5 x 7" blank notecards with envelopes.

For centuries, Japanese artists have created block-printed illustrations and patterns that evoke their rich cultural heritage. The four block prints reproduced in this boxed notecard assortment are part of the British Library's Collection of Decorated Papers. 20 assorted 5 x 7" blank notecards with envelopes.

Japanese decorated papers notecard set $18.95

This beautifully illustrated guide offers stunning visual examples and detailed discussions of the objects, aesthetics, philosophy and cultural significance of Japanese design. With more than 200 color photos, this detailed guide will be enjoyed by everyone from professional designers to art students. Softcover.

This beautifully illustrated guide offers stunning visual examples and detailed discussions of the objects, aesthetics, philosophy and cultural significance of Japanese design. With more than 200 color photos, this detailed guide will be enjoyed by everyone from professional designers to art students. Softcover.

Japanese design $19.99

Make it sushi time, every day with these whimsical socks. Made from a supersoft blend of sustainable bamboo rayon fiber. Made using rayon from bamboo for a super-soft sock Blended with nylon for durability and spandex for flexibility. Moisture wicking. Size: L/XL 10-13. Women's Shoe Size 10.5+ and Men's Shoe Size 9-13.

Sushi come sushi go socks $14.00

A stunning photographic survey of Japan’s most ingenious contemporary artisans. This book is a celebration of how Japan’s union of craft, design, materiality, and landscape continue to flourish in contemporary interpretation, however much the world around them has changed. 363 color illustrations. 288 pages. Softcover.

A stunning photographic survey of Japan’s most ingenious contemporary artisans. This book is a celebration of how Japan’s union of craft, design, materiality, and landscape continue to flourish in contemporary interpretation, however much the world around them has changed. 363 color illustrations. 288 pages. Softcover.

Craftland japan $39.95

This attractive assortment of brightly decorated chopsticks features traditional Japanese woodblock style paintings. Beautiful gift box accompanies this set. Set of four decorated wooden chopsticks. Chopstick length: 9". Box dimensions: 4"x 9.5"x 0.5".

Japanese wood block chopstick set $14.95

In this book, Buddhist priest and chef Koyu Iinuma shares the simple and delicious plant-based meals he prepares in the kitchens of Fukushoji temple in Yokohama, Japan. The 73 recipes showcased in Zen Vegan Food are beautiful and tasty, while also being nutritious, sustainable and ethically responsible. Hardcover.

In this book, Buddhist priest and chef Koyu Iinuma shares the simple and delicious plant-based meals he prepares in the kitchens of Fukushoji temple in Yokohama, Japan. The 73 recipes showcased in Zen Vegan Food are beautiful and tasty, while also being nutritious, sustainable and ethically responsible. Hardcover.

Zen vegan food $16.99

The iconic three-line haiku form is increasingly popular today as people embrace its simplicity and grace, and its connections to the Japanese ethos of mindfulness and minimalism. Say more with fewer words. This practical guide by poet and teacher Bruce Ross shows you how to capture a fleeting moment. Softcover.

The iconic three-line haiku form is increasingly popular today as people embrace its simplicity and grace, and its connections to the Japanese ethos of mindfulness and minimalism. Say more with fewer words. This practical guide by poet and teacher Bruce Ross shows you how to capture a fleeting moment. Softcover.

Writing haiku: a beginner's guide to composing japanese poetry $14.99

A Dictionary of Japanese Food helps food lovers around the world decipher the intricacies and nuances of Japanese cooking and its ingredients. A Dictionary of Japanese Food will continue to help both food lovers, and visitors to Japan discover the wonders of one of the world's great cuisines. 224 pages. Softcover.

A Dictionary of Japanese Food helps food lovers around the world decipher the intricacies and nuances of Japanese cooking and its ingredients. A Dictionary of Japanese Food will continue to help both food lovers, and visitors to Japan discover the wonders of one of the world's great cuisines. 224 pages. Softcover.

A dictionary of japanese food: ingredients & culture $14.95

Step into the world of the samurai with these premium quality cotton socks featuring a striking design of the iconic rising sun, cherry blossoms, and a samurai warrior. Made with high-quality materials, these socks offer exceptional comfort and durability. One Size: Fits Mens shoe size 7-12, Womens shoe size 6-10.

Step into the world of the samurai with these premium quality cotton socks featuring a striking design of the iconic rising sun, cherry blossoms, and a samurai warrior. Made with high-quality materials, these socks offer exceptional comfort and durability. One Size: Fits Mens shoe size 7-12, Womens shoe size 6-10.

Samurai socks $14.95

This soft, lightweight gown is complete with a fold over collar, two patch pockets at the front and a beautifully distinctive all-over vintage style Heron print. Wear yours around the house with your favorite loungewear, or team with skinny jeans and a basic tee for a chic, casual look. 50% modal, 50% viscose ONE SIZE

This soft, lightweight gown is complete with a fold over collar, two patch pockets at the front and a beautifully distinctive all-over vintage style Heron print. Wear yours around the house with your favorite loungewear, or team with skinny jeans and a basic tee for a chic, casual look. 50% modal, 50% viscose ONE SIZE

Heron print robe - charcoal $190.00

English speakers are invited into the world of Japanese folktales, ghost stories and historical eyewitness accounts. With a selection of stories about Japanese culture and history, A.B. Mitford--who lived and worked in Japan as a British diplomat--presents a broad cross section of tales from many Japanese sources.

English speakers are invited into the world of Japanese folktales, ghost stories and historical eyewitness accounts. With a selection of stories about Japanese culture and history, A.B. Mitford--who lived and worked in Japan as a British diplomat--presents a broad cross section of tales from many Japanese sources.

Japanese legends and folklore $14.99

A timeless print of birds in motion. Worldly and full of grace, this aerial assembly of Cranes is elevated by the intricate linework on this design. Printed onto a vintage style grey linen base and finished off with a metallic gold zipper and midnight blue tassel. 9 x 5 inches. 100% Linen with Vegan Leather Lining.

A timeless print of birds in motion. Worldly and full of grace, this aerial assembly of Cranes is elevated by the intricate linework on this design. Printed onto a vintage style grey linen base and finished off with a metallic gold zipper and midnight blue tassel. 9 x 5 inches. 100% Linen with Vegan Leather Lining.

Flight of fancy medium linen purse - grey $30.00

This pretty parasol features a soaring crane and colorful cherry blossoms. Perfect for keeping the sun's rays at bay, and also offers a beautiful and fun way to dress up a special event or prom outfit. Built from silk nylon, this parasol can also be hung upside-down as a decoration piece. Length when closed: 25.5".

This pretty parasol features a soaring crane and colorful cherry blossoms. Perfect for keeping the sun's rays at bay, and also offers a beautiful and fun way to dress up a special event or prom outfit. Built from silk nylon, this parasol can also be hung upside-down as a decoration piece. Length when closed: 25.5".

Crane and cherry blossom parasol $28.00

This beautiful book of giftwrap and creative paper contains 12 large sheets of very high-quality wrapping paper. Featuring 12 designs inspired by colorful, traditional Japanese Kimono silks. Remove sheets by tearing along a perforated line. Excellent value versus single sheets of giftwrap. Sheet size: 19.5" x 27.5".

This beautiful book of giftwrap and creative paper contains 12 large sheets of very high-quality wrapping paper. Featuring 12 designs inspired by colorful, traditional Japanese Kimono silks. Remove sheets by tearing along a perforated line. Excellent value versus single sheets of giftwrap. Sheet size: 19.5" x 27.5".

Kimono giftwrap book $18.99

Since the magnificent cherry blossoms symbolize renewal, maybe this is a sign your sock drawer needs a revamp? These socks feature beautiful pink blooms on a green background with a peachy pink heel and toe. Made with sustainable bamboo fiber. 100% free of harmful chemicals. Women's shoe size 5 - 10.5.

Cherry blossom socks $12.00

Japanese style companion planting: organic gardening techniques for optimal growth & flavor $16.99

The mindset of traditional Japanese society can guide our efforts to lead a green lifestyle today. Just Enough is a book of stories and sketches that give insight into what it is like to live in a sustainable society by describing life in Japan, two hundred years ago.

Just enough: lessons from japan for sustainable living; architecture & design $35.00

Ikebana is the stunning Japanese art of flower arrangement. Start to practice your own arrangements with this Mini Ikebana starter kit. The kit includes a vase, flower frog, mini shear scissors, and one ivory cotton towel, plus instructions.

Ikebana is the stunning Japanese art of flower arrangement. Start to practice your own arrangements with this Mini Ikebana starter kit. The kit includes a vase, flower frog, mini shear scissors, and one ivory cotton towel, plus instructions.

Mini ikebana kit $19.95

These high-quality note cards feature 12 traditional Asian prints of Japanese Cranes. Blank inside for you to write your own message. These elegant note cards are printed with twelve different patterns and accompanying envelopes. 12 folded blank note cards 6 x 4 inches.

These high-quality note cards feature 12 traditional Asian prints of Japanese Cranes. Blank inside for you to write your own message. These elegant note cards are printed with twelve different patterns and accompanying envelopes. 12 folded blank note cards 6 x 4 inches.

Japanese cranes boxed notecards $12.99

This show-stopping note card features a beautiful bonsai tree, made entirely of intricately quilled paper. Each quilled card is beautifully handmade by a highly skilled artisan and takes one hour to create. Size: 6" x 6" Includes mint green envelope.

Quilled bonsai tree notecard $12.00

Fridge magnet featuring a California juniper (Juniperus californica), bunjin (literati or abstract style) bonsai, which is over 500 years old. It was originally collected from the Mojave Desert and is currently displayed in a Tokoname pot from Japan in The Huntington Bonsai Collection. Magnet size: 2.5 x 3.5"

California juniper bonsai magnet $5.95

Each cup of cherry blossom tea invites tea lovers around the world to breathe in, behold, and appreciate the fleeting beauty of spring flowers in bloom. The Hanami custom revolves around savoring the specialness of the season while it lasts. Organic green loose-leaf tea 2.8oz Packaged in a re-usable canister.

Each cup of cherry blossom tea invites tea lovers around the world to breathe in, behold, and appreciate the fleeting beauty of spring flowers in bloom. The Hanami custom revolves around savoring the specialness of the season while it lasts. Organic green loose-leaf tea 2.8oz Packaged in a re-usable canister.

Hanami cherry blossom loose leaf green tea $20.00

Bonsai brings serenity to the home with beautiful miniature trees in idyllic container landscapes. Now DK brings this ancient practice into the 21st century, explaining how to grow and care for bonsai trees with a clear step-by-step approach. Offering easy-to-follow advice and simple photography. 224 pages. Hardcover.

Bonsai: over 100 styles & display ideas $27.99

This step-by-step bonsai book shows you how to craft super mini bonsai--the smallest form of bonsai! Miniature Bonsai reveals the Japanese art of super-mini bonsai gardening. Mini bonsai is affordable, straightforward to learn and kind to your busy schedule. 80 pages Hardcover.

Miniature bonsai $16.95

A taste of Zen for the seeker and the curious alike. This small but wise book collects Eastern and Western sayings, haiku, poetry, and inspiring quotations from ancient and modern thinkers. Points to a fresh way of looking at the world: with mindfulness, clarity, and joy. 360 PAGES Softcover Book size: 4" x 6" x 1".

A taste of Zen for the seeker and the curious alike. This small but wise book collects Eastern and Western sayings, haiku, poetry, and inspiring quotations from ancient and modern thinkers. Points to a fresh way of looking at the world: with mindfulness, clarity, and joy. 360 PAGES Softcover Book size: 4" x 6" x 1".

The little book of zen $10.95

Presenting itself as an alternative to today's fast-paced world, wabi sabi reminds us to slow down and take comfort in the natural beauty around us. In addition to presenting the philosophy of wabi-sabi, this book includes how-to design advice, so that a transformation of body, mind, and home can emerge. 164 pages.

Wabi sabi: the japanese art of impermanence $12.95

For more than one hundred years, the Japanese Garden at The Huntington with its moon bridge, wisteria arbors, koi-filled ponds, bonsai courts, bamboo forest, and historical Japanese House, has captivated visitors so much that it has become one of the most photographed spots in Southern California. Hardcover, 192 pages.

For more than one hundred years, the Japanese Garden at The Huntington with its moon bridge, wisteria arbors, koi-filled ponds, bonsai courts, bamboo forest, and historical Japanese House, has captivated visitors so much that it has become one of the most photographed spots in Southern California. Hardcover, 192 pages.

One hundred years in the huntington's japanese garden: harmony with nature $45.00

Both pretty & practical whether used as an elegant fashion accessory or as a useful tool to keep you cool. With a sandalwood frame, and fabric fan printed with a cherry blossom print, this easy to carry fan is a warm weather essential. Wood frame, printed fabric fan Length when closed: 8" Size when open: 14" x 8".

Cherry blossom fan $5.95

Get your zen on and rake your worries away! Escape the tensions of your day with this mini zen garden, small enough to always keep out on your desk. Box is approx. 4 1/4" x 4 1/4 and 1/4" deep. Kit includes: 4 x 3 x 3/4" wood tray, garden rake, bird and house figurines, polished stones, white sand, instructions.

Mini zen garden $18.95

A classic logic-based puzzle game made completely of bamboo and recycled materials. This set comes with a booklet of sudoku puzzles and all the pieces necessary to play and learn. Comes with 30 Sudoku puzzles and numbered pegs. Ages 9+ Made from sustainable and recycled materials.

A classic logic-based puzzle game made completely of bamboo and recycled materials. This set comes with a booklet of sudoku puzzles and all the pieces necessary to play and learn. Comes with 30 Sudoku puzzles and numbered pegs. Ages 9+ Made from sustainable and recycled materials.

Bamboo sudoku game $20.00

Bonsai tree growing kit - japanese maple $12.95

Enamel pin inspired by the California juniper (Juniperus californica), bunjin (literati or abstract style) bonsai, 500 years old. Displayed in Tokoname pot from Japan in The Huntington Bonsai Collection. Original photo by Andrew Mitchell. Size approx 1.5" x 1" Exclusive to The Huntington Store.

California juniper bonsai enamel pin $9.95

This graceful Koi Pond tile is a scaled adaptation of a larger mural originally designed for the Grand Rapids [Michigan] Art Prize competition. Motawi tiles are striking art pieces and installation accents. Tiles are 5/8" thick and have a notch at the back for hanging.

This graceful Koi Pond tile is a scaled adaptation of a larger mural originally designed for the Grand Rapids [Michigan] Art Prize competition. Motawi tiles are striking art pieces and installation accents. Tiles are 5/8" thick and have a notch at the back for hanging.

Koi pond — 6 x 8 tile $174.00