The Minimalist What is Makisu? The rolling utensil that spread with sushi Makisu (makisudare: 巻き簾) is a cooking utensil that originated in Japan. Its most typical use is to make rolled sushi. Ju... 2026.05.09 The Minimalist
The Minimalist Surprising similarities of Sensu and Makisu: Traditional Japanese tools Sensu (扇子) and makisu (makisudare: 巻き簾) look completely different at first glance, but they have surprising similarities... 2026.05.09 The Minimalist
The Minimalist Roots of Sensu: Twists added at the Kyoto Imperial Court Sensu is thought to have been invented in Japan. Let's take a closer look at how sensu was born and developed.The birth ... 2026.05.09 The Minimalist
The Minimalist The relationship between Sensu and Occidental Art: Interaction of Japan and Europe Sensu, which originated in Japan, shocked the Western art world. Western art influenced the sensu as well. Let's take a ... 2026.05.09 The Minimalist
The Minimalist The spread and development of Sensu: From Japan to the world Sensu, which originated in Japan, have evolved in their own way over time. They have spread around the world and blended... 2026.05.09 The Minimalist
The Minimalist How to make Sensu: What’s the difference between Kyoto and Tokyo? Sensu are now mass-produced using machines. However, high-quality sensu are made by hand, one by one even nowadays.The c... 2026.05.09 The Minimalist