Suwada Blog
Japanese Folding Knives: Craft, Materials and the SUWADA Damascus Knife
A practical guide to Japanese folding knives, Sanjo's metalworking context, and how SUWADA's Damascus model differs from its current natural-wood and Micarta knives.
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Kyusu Teapot Guide: Types, Handles, Filters & Sizes
What is a kyusu? Compare side-handle, top-handle and rear-handle Japanese teapots, plus sizes, filters, materials and practical tips for choosing one.
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Unlocking Tradition: The Art of Japanese Bottle Openers
In Japan we always start a night out with a large glass of beer
In Japan, a country revered for its meticulous crafts...
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How SUWADA Japanese Nail Nippers Are Made in Sanjo
A source-led look at SUWADA nail nippers: the company’s 1926 roots in Sanjo, the 1950 development of its nail nipper, and the forging, finishing and blade-fitting process used today.
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Step into the Artistry of the Japanese Kitchen: Exploring the Flavors, Techniques, and Culture
Welcome to the captivating world of the Japanese kitchen, where culinary artistry is elevated to sublime heights.
Step into a realm of exquisite flavors, meticulous techniques, and a rich cultural heritage that has been perfected over centuries. In this article...
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Creating Connection: Unraveling the Secret to a Truly Happy Home
In today's fast-paced world, finding happiness in our own homes can sometimes feel like an impossible task. We may f...
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Navigating the Skies: Are you allowed to bring Nail Clippers on a Plane
Can you bring nail clippers on a plane? Current U.S. TSA and UK rules allow ordinary nail clippers in carry-on and checked baggage. Precision nail nippers need a little more care when travelling internationally.
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Nail Nippers vs Nail Clippers vs Cuticle Nippers: How to Choose
A mechanism-first guide to choosing between nail nippers, lever nail clippers, cuticle nippers, scissors and files by target, task, geometry and control.
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The Gentleman's Guide to Hand and Nail Care: Elevating Grooming Standards
In the realm of personal grooming, men's hand and nail care often takes a backseat. However, well-maintai...
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How to Store Japanese Green Tea: Caddies, Freshness & Refrigeration
Learn how to store Japanese green tea and matcha: refrigeration, freezing, condensation, original pouches, tea caddies and the five main threats to freshness.
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The Cutting Edge of Elegance: A Tale of Premium Cutlery
The history of premium cutlery in Europe is as rich as it is diverse. It traces its roots to the Middle Ages when knives were a symbol of...
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What Is a Tenugui? Japanese Cotton Towels, Chūsen Dyeing & Uses
What is a tenugui? Learn about the long Japanese cotton cloth, its typical size, history, chūsen dyeing process, everyday uses, and how tenugui differs from furoshiki.
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