Memorable Day with Mom: Handcrafted Pearls & Quality Time
This is another article unrelated to pearls.My mother and I went on a day trip to a somewhat famous Baumkuchen (a type of German layer cake) shop
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Reflections & Stories
Personal essays, thoughts, daily life, and stories from behind the scenes of Flower Jem.
Unexpected Adventures in Kyoto: Motorcycle Maintenance and a Lucky Break
Today, I'm at a motorcycle shop in Kyoto. I'm planning to ride my motorcycle to Tokyo next week, so I came here for some pre-trip maintenance.ht
The Joy of Metalworking: My Etsy Debut with a Unique Ring
It's been a while since my last blog post. Recently, I've been dedicated to practicing metalworking, and I'm excited to announce that I've completed
A Memorable Weekend with My Mother
In Japan, July 17th is known as Marine Day, a national holiday. As a result, we had a three-day weekend this week. My mother, who lives in my hometow
Lulu’s Summer Shave and a Maker’s Journey
The beloved dog frequently featured on this site is a delightful girl named Lulu, a mix of Pomeranian and Chihuahua. Lulu resides at my
Pearl Farm Visits, Music Practice, and Culinary Delights
America Mura, known as the "American Village," is a bustling city district in Osaka that attracts a young crowd. However, as people ent
The Current State of Pearl Cultivation
The nucleation process for Akoya pearls this year began in early April. I would like to provide an update on the current situation, which is approxim
Motorcycle Ride to Kyoto and Memories of Arashiyama
On Saturday, I traveled 70 kilometers to Kyoto to change the lubricating oil for my motorcycle. Originally, my motorcycle had a 400cc engin
Mother’s Day Reunion – Rain, Yakiniku, and Lulu’s Betrayal
Recently, we had been enjoying clear skies in May, but on May 13th, it rained nationwide in Japan. Since my company is closed on weekends, I spent th
A Whirlwind Saturday – Creative Pursuits, Lamb Feast, and Charming Emails
Today is Saturday, and it's a day off for the company. I woke up in the morning as usual and took the train to the studio to practice guitar. It take
Time Passes Quickly – Thoughts on April, Pearls, and the Pace of Japan
Time passes quickly and it's already mid-April. In Japan, there is a week-long holiday in early May. While it's said that Western countries have abou
A Wedding Necklace, Red & White, and the Disappearing Scenery of Japan
My Etsy shop has more than a few regular customers. One of our customers is getting married this summer. The customer gave me an order for a wedding