Matcha Seed Facial Oil Holiday Kit 2025
Matcha powder is a nutritional powerhouse recognized the world over. But did you know that matcha seeds are also packed with body-friendly benefits? The beauty brand Saicha harnesses that goodness in its Matcha Seed Facial Oil, a natural and sustainably produced treat for your skin shown to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines caused by dryness. The incredibly rare oil — it takes two seeds to press a single drop — is made using seeds harvested from abandoned farmland in Shizuoka Prefecture, one of Japan’s premier tea-producing regions, and each 20-milliliter bottle contains a whopping 400 seeds’ worth of oil. Certified as a Real Organic Natural cosmetic by the Natural Life & Beauty Association, the exclusively first-press oil provides total aging care, improving moisture, firmness and radiance. As part of the holiday kit, enjoy an extra mini bottle, perfect for travel or your gym bag.
Sakurasaku – Hohoemi
Celebrate your love for each other — and a shared love of Japan — with a set of exquisite, sakura-inspired rings. The set’s two wedding bands are meticulously handcrafted by an artisan at the Tokyo atelier of Abe Jewelry, a trusted maker of bridal jewelry. Engraved with colored petals, the rings, when stacked, reveal a cherry blossom motif — an iconic symbol of Japan.
These rings, with their gentle curves and timeless appeal, are imbued with meaning, embodying the promise of a journey together, where two individuals blossom as one. Both rings combine the brilliance of platinum with the warmth of gold — matte champagne gold for the thicker band and polished rose for the thinner. Fusing local iconography and expert craftsmanship, the rings exude a delicate beauty that is distinctly Japanese. Discover the perfect expression of your unique bond with Sakurasaku – Hohoemi, then watch that bond bloom.
PHOTO BY MASAHIRO HONDA
Emon
Tradition and modernity, art and wellness come together in a single bite in Emon, a contemporary take on Japan’s dorayaki. A pancake sandwich of sorts, often filled with azuki bean paste, dorayaki is a popular treat for young and old. With Emon, Fukura.Fukura — led by a certified dietitian— respectfully revamps the sweet snack, turning it into a handrolled, modern Japanese confection that captures the artistry of Japanese cuisine in a bite-sized snack.
It’s not just the snack’s appearance that’s had a makeover, however: The ingredients, too, have gotten an update. The treat’s high caloric content has been reined in, and a piece of mochi has been added to maintain a toothsome texture. The result is a reconstructed dorayaki with a refined lightness with an elegant flavor tailored to today’s lifestyles.
Haneya Junmaiginjo Tominokaori
In sake brewing, precision is what ultimately shapes the final quality — a truth that’s especially evident at Fumigiku Sake Brewery Co., Ltd., makers of Haneya Junmaiginjo Tominokaori. When working with Tominokaori, a hybrid rice with a soft umami and refined sweetness, every step requires meticulous human oversight and unwavering dedication, from cultivation to fermentation. The work is hands-on, zero compromises.
The result of this wholehearted devotion is a sake with sensational depth, one that enlivens the senses, permeates the soul and concludes with an elegant, feather-light finish. This level of excellence, of course, comes with recognition: gold at the International Wine Challenge 2024 and the Jury Prize at the 2024 and 2025 Kura Master competition, among other awards. Ultimately, every drop of Haneya Junmaiginjo Tominokaori proves that unyielding human passion is as essential to great sake as quality rice.
Cashmere-Backed Loopwheeled Fleece Sweats
FilMelange, the casual wear brand from BBA Association Co., Ltd., set out to create the ultimate sweatshirt — a piece people would reach for every day of winter. The result is the brand’s Urbain, Urbicus and Urbano separates, made with a Mongolian cashmere-backed fleece that stands out for its phenomenal comfort. In addition to its soft, gently warm inner, the fabric features a clean outer luster, adding a refined polish to the leisure wear.
A fabric like this doesn’t burst into being; it’s carefully engineered. Using its long-cultivated expertise in loopwheeled fleece, a fabric known for its pleasant texture and durability, and its experience with animal hair, FilMelange has crafted a light and fluffy fabric perfect for the chilliest months of the year. Whether you choose the sweatshirt, hoodie or trousers, you’ll spend winter wrapped in a cozy, perfectly toasty embrace you won’t want to shed until spring.
Yasuke Nuts!
Nutrient-dense and protein-packed, cashews make a satisfying and delicious snack. With Yasuke Nuts!, specialty nut shop Going Nuts! takes the healthy treat and elevates it, dipping the world’s largest cashews in wood barrel-aged soy sauce and roasting them. The result is a taste sensation, where the natural sweetness of organically grown cashews blends perfectly with the umami and aromatic smokiness of the Omi shoyu.
But these nuts aren’t just nosh to nibble — they’re a nod to history with noble plans for the future. The brand is named for Yasuke, a samurai under Oda Nobunaga who — incredibly — hailed from what is now Mozambique. Until civil war devastated the industry, Mozambique was a world-leading producer of cashews. Going Nuts! aims to nurture a revival, with plans to promote in-country processing to support Mozambique’s cashew farmers. Delicious, nutritious and socially conscious: These cashews are worth going nuts over.
