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Japanese Heirloom Seeds I’m Growing in 2026: Rare Varieties You Won’t Find in Supermarkets

A look at the Japanese heirloom vegetables I’m growing in 2026—from rare cucumbers and long eggplants to traditional carrots and kabocha. These unique varieties are rarely found in supermarkets and perfect for gardeners who love unusual, seed-saving-friendly crops.
2026.03.17
Japanese home garden
Japanese home garden

Easy-to-Grow Vegetables for Busy People｜Top 5 Crops That Practically Grow Themselves

Discover five easy-to-grow vegetables perfect for busy people. These low-maintenance crops thrive with minimal care and offer reliable harvests, even with a full-time schedule.
2026.02.06
Japanese home garden
Japanese Seasonal Life

Winter Check-In on My Garden: Garlic, Onions, and Leeks Surviving Under the Snow

A winter check-in on my garden in Akita, where garlic, onions, and leeks quietly survive beneath the snow. A look at how local climate, soil, and terroir shape the character of each vegetable.
2026.01.20
Japanese Seasonal Life
Wasabi Oil Project

Wasabi Transplant Journal — Continuing the Experiment of Rooting Life by the Water

A seasonal journal of transplanting wasabi seedlings to a quiet mountain stream in Akita, inspired by a dream to make homemade wasabi oil. A gentle experiment in nature, family, and rural life.
2025.09.29
Wasabi Oil Project
Wasabi Oil Project

🌿 Searching for Wasabi — A Quiet Experiment Begins in My Family Garden

A quiet experiment begins in a Japanese family garden: searching for true wasabi, observing its scent and shape, and planning a transplant to a mountain stream.
2025.08.21
Wasabi Oil Project
Japanese Seasonal Life

Welcome to the World of Tea with Fairies Japanese Tea & Keizan-cha Vol.1

Meet Ochako and Momoko, two fairies who gently guide you through the world of Japanese tea and seasonal gardening. In Volume 1, discover the story of Keizan-cha—a Chinese tea with deep ties to Japanese tea culture—brought to life with graceful animation.
2025.08.06
Japanese Seasonal Life🌿 English
Japanese Seasonal Life

This Year’s Onion Harvest: Big, Bold, and Full of Heart

A heartwarming tale from a home garden in Japan, where oversized onions bring joy, neighborly connections, and culinary inspiration—proof that vegetables can carry a touch of human warmth.
2025.07.07
Japanese Seasonal Life🌿 English
Japanese home garden

🌱 Fixed (Open‑Pollinated) Varieties vs. F1 Hybrids: A Look Back at the Seeds I Sowed This Fall

Open‑pollinated vs. F1 hybrid seeds explained through the vegetables I sowed this fall. Learn how each type grows, tastes, and carries its own history, and why open‑pollinated varieties are gaining attention among home gardeners.
2023.09.09
Japanese home garden
Japanese home garden

A Rushed Blackberry Harvest and a Quiet Lesson Learned

A mindful story of harvesting homegrown blackberries, a small mistake made in haste, and the quiet reflection that followed. Includes a link to a simple seasonal smoothie recipe.
2023.08.06
Japanese home garden
Japanese home garden

The Unexpected Beauty of Vegetable Flowers

Discover the quiet charm of vegetable flowers—from okra and tomatoes to edamame and cucumbers. A gentle look at the unexpected beauty found in home gardens.
2023.08.02
Japanese home garden