The Sakura or cherry blossom, with its ephemeral and delicate beauty, has become much more than just a flower for the Japanese people. It is a symbol of renewal, hope, and the fleeting nature of life itself. Hanami (literally meaning flower viewing), also known as the Cherry Blossom Festival, is...

Our customers have asked, and we have listened! For our beloved Shiki Futon Mattress, we have created a cover as a companion to keep it spotless and easy to clean. Futon Mattress cleaning services are a common thing that is widely available in Japan, however, might be a lot harder to find in othe...

In the spirit of Christmas, Takaokaya has released a limited edition kangu (relaxation products) created with a special fabric that is perfect for this colder winter months. Made from soft and cozy cotton material, perfect for relaxing on the couch, bed, or even on the floor. The festive check pa...

We have exciting news! Takaokaya has decided to add an additional color to our solid color family. For those who have been looking for a deep indigo blue color to match your style, this one is for you. This color is called Kachiiro. A brief explanation of history and reasoning behind the name of...

After weeks of planning, a couple of prototypes, a comfortability test, and two photoshoot sessions later, our previously promised buckwheat meditation set is finally here!  As per-requested by our customers, we decided to proceed with the buckwheat products to possibly create an entire range of ...

Hello everyone! I hope you are all having a lovely day indoors, staying safe and healthy.  Recently, we have been receiving quite a lot of requests from our customers to recommend a cushion that will be perfect for meditation use. It got both me and Matsuo san thinking the different cushion combi...