1. Adeline Yeo-Matsuzaki: The Ritual of Painting

    Adeline Yeo-Matsuzaki: The Ritual of Painting

    Singapore’s first female finger-painting artist talks about her creative process and what art-making means to her.  
  2. A Stroke of Luck

    A Stroke of Luck

      A four-leaved clover, shooting stars, bamboo shoots, the Maneki-Neko or the beckoning cat – there are thousands of symbols of luck and prosperity across different cultures. Here are a few symbolic items from the Vermillion portfolio to bring good energy and luck to your home.   
  3. ASAHIYAKI: Tradition with a Twist

    ASAHIYAKI: Tradition with a Twist

    With over 400 years of history, ASAHIYAKI has played an important role in cultivating the tea culture in the Uji region of Japan. 
  4. DAMOON: Experimental Beauty

    DAMOON: Experimental Beauty

    Experimenting with age-old techniques and local materials, Chaehoon Moon aims to create timeless beauty. 
  5. Wataru Hatano: The Art of Washi

    Wataru Hatano: The Art of Washi

    Words by: Tanya SinghPhoto Credit: Wataru Hatano Trained as a washi craftsman and artist, Wataru Hatano is devoted towards keeping the traditional art of washi alive.
  6. Gato Mikio Shouten: Balancing Tradition and Change

    Gato Mikio Shouten: Balancing Tradition and Change

    A business spanning four generations, Gato Mikio Shouten is on a journey to keep tradition alive while adapting to continually evolving consumer needs. 
  7. Minimalist Splendor: How Spiritualism and A Reverence For Nature Shaped Japanese Design As We Know It

    Minimalist Splendor: How Spiritualism and A Reverence For Nature Shaped Japanese Design As We Know It

    Japan's strong connection to nature stems from Shintō,