The Rikumo Journal

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• About — The Rikumo Journal

    The rikumo journal is the official blog of Japanese lifestyle brand Rikumo. We are an online publication dedicated to sharing stories about traditional and contemporary Japanese design and culture. ...

• Good Habits: Building an Indoor Garden — The Rikumo Journal

  In this new series on Rikumo Journal we’ll explore the beginning steps of establishing good habits in our lives. Our first step: bringing a little outdoor beauty into our homes by way of household...

• Azumabukuro: The Original Eco-Bag — The Rikumo Journal

  A quick look at the azumabukuro, an age-old style of lightweight market bag created in Edo Tokyo.

• Longform — Entries — The Rikumo Journal

  As throwback looks find new popularity across Japan, dyeing company Takeno Senko Ltd. leverages a one-of-a-kind manufacturing process to create eye-catching textiles that pay homage to retro styles in...

• A New Chapter Begins — The Rikumo Journal

  Welcome back! After a year-long transition from our former space on Walnut St., the team at rikumo is proud to invite fans and newcomers alike to check out our new concept store in Ardmore.

• Rikumo Influence: Line and Reflection — The Rikumo Journal

  Modern Japanese architecture emphasizes horizontal lines, simplicity, and reflective spaces. While traditional touches like sliding doors and single-story structures remain popular, contemporary J...