Journal

  1. Weird Cousins Weekend

    Recent molecular phylogenetic analysis tells us that all living land plants can be traced back to a single common ancestor that parted ways with gr...
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  2. For the undecided

    Commitment can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with 18 captivating fragrances to choose from. But don't fred, we've made it easier for y...
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  3. Marrying two traditional Japanese values

    "Enchantment should also be considered a function," said Shiro Kuramata, and this philosophy perfectly encapsulates humanity's age-old fascination...
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  4. Keeping our cool this summer sourcing

    We’re grateful to be sitting under the cool, constant breeze of the AC right now. For some reason, we can’t seem to remember sourcing during the ...
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  5. Portraits: Rachel Xu

    Name: Rachel Alexis Xu Professions: Social Media Director / Founder of The Flower Library Place: Home   A familiar face at Aa,...
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  6. After School Specials is back this August.

    Our commitment to sharing knowledge spans the entire organization, as we believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We are curious to understand ...
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  7. Collectors Weekend.

    Instead of trekking across the country to visit collectors' private and passion-filled collections which is what takes up so much of our time, we ...
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  8. Don't be intimidated by size

    The TP-90H is one of the larger designs in the Fores collection, adorned with the cherished Mino washi tradition in a style known as "harusame pap...
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  9. Pizza & Puzzles Weekend

    Welcome to a fun-filled weekend of Jigsaw puzzles and pizzas! Get ready to unleash your inner puzzle master and indulge in delicious treats while d...
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  10. Exhibition Recap

    Over a month has passed since our exhibition showcasing the Bamboo craft of Ippo Shimomoto. It was a pleasure to share our exploration as well as d...
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  11. Weekend Market: March 2024

    Come hang out with us at our quarterly weekend market. Prepare to indulge in an array of delights, from delectable bakes to artisanal coffee, exqui...
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  12. The Bamboo Craft of Ippo Shimomoto

    With minimal social media presence and limited media coverage, locating Shimomoto Ippo proved to be a challenging task. We organized our journey to...
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