In autumn 2008, Mash Style Lab launched Gelato Pique, a line of original, functional sleepwear featuring luxurious textiles and pastel colors. Designed with streetwear trends in mind, Gelato Pique's range is aimed at modern, working women and men, and encourages us all to enjoy our well-deserved downtime to the fullest – in style. Wrap yourself up in one of their deliciously soft cashmere or silk pieces and you'll never want to get out of bed again. Address: Daimaru Tokyo 4F, 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku Website: gelatopique.com Tel: 03-6895-2034

Address: Ten Point Building 102, 2-18-4, Azabu Juban, Minato-ku, Tokyo Website: azabutokyochiropractic.jp Reservation: azabutokyochiropractic.jp/services-page Tel: 03-6809-6155 Open hours: Tue–Sat | 10:00–20:00 Closed: Sun & Mon

How Much: ¥8,000 per session Address: 5-3-18 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku Website: medicha-jp.com Contact: [email protected]

HULS Inc. is a company which provides a wide range of services related to Japanese crafts, based in Tokyo and Singapore. Under the concept of “roots and touch,” they contribute to the development of business for fine Japanese crafts through international promotion, product planning and trading. Located near Asakasa station, this unique gallery brings various Japanese ware from a wide range of artisans to an accessible space. With a fully bilingual staff, visitors are more than welcome to ask questions, and learn about each product and design. Address: 2F, Akasaka ZEN Building 6-4-10, Akasaka, Minato-ku, Website: huls.co.jp/en/ Tel: 03-6280-8387

Sayama green tea traces its history back to the 14th century, and is famous among tea lovers for its supreme taste. Sayama Green Tea School in Saitama Prefecture was started to preserve the local tea culture for the next generation. Experience a range of programs – from picking tea leaves to roasting leaves to brewing the perfect cup of green tea – at the school's five family-operated tea farms – Sayama Farm, Okutomi Farm, Yokota Farm, Nishizawa Farm and Ikenoya Farm. International guests are welcome and anyone can participate, even if they have never had a sip of green tea. For addresses and directions to their tea farms, please call or check the website below. Website: sayamagreenteaschool.com/?lang=en Tel: 04-2941-6700 | 090-6075-1817 Email: [email protected]

Looking for something quintessentially Japanese for that perfect gift or souvenir? Each month, we round up some of our favorite artisanal items made by local craftsmen and designers. CONGRATULATORY ENVELOPE PEN CASE BY ACTILIFE…

Located inside Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland, Teppanyaki Kokoro offers a dining experience like no other. Enjoy succulent Kobe beef and local Hyogo ingredients prepared right before your eyes. Each dish is served on Tamba ware, a regional ceramic brand with a history of over 800 years. Choose from over 200 wines and local Hyogo sake to pair with your meal. Expert sommeliers are on hand to aid you in making the best choice for your specific taste.   Address: 7-2 Hatoba-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe City Website: global.l-s.jp/dining/teppanyaki-kokoro/    Tel: 078-371-1111

Address: 318 Arimacho, Kita-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture Website: gekkoen.co.jp/kourokan/en/    Tel: 078-903-2255

Address: 3-7-8 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Website: www.intergatehotels.jp/tokyo_kyobashi/     Tel: 03-5524-2929

Address: 387 Mukadeya-cho, Nishikikoji-agaru, Shinmachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto Website: www.intergatehotels.jp/kyoto_shijo/ Tel: 075-255-2221

This hotel boasts a luxurious terrace and lounge on its 14th floor. Various services are offered throughout the day, including a vegetable-rich breakfast, coffee, buffets, a delicious dinner and even late-night snacks. While sipping your cup of joe, guests can browse the library and learn about Hiroshima's rich culture. Address: 16-5 Teppo-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Website: www.intergatehotels.jp/hiroshima/  Tel: 082-224-6110

Perfect for those who want to do some sightseeing, this Kanazawa hotel has a coffee counter in the center of the lobby that represents Japan's traditional tea ceremony and the everyday life of Kanazawa. Feel a sense of the history and culture of the city through the hotel's design and decor, including the walls which are inspired by the ishigaki (stone walls) of Kanazawa Castle and translated into a contemporary design. Address: 2-5 Takaokacho, Kanazawa city, Ishikawa Prefecture Website: www.intergatehotels.jp/kanazawa/    Tel: 076-260-7200