There is never a bad time for tea, but as the sun begins to linger and the mercury starts to rise, staring down a steaming hot cup can seem like a daunting proposition. It’s during these days that we find ourselves reaching for cup after cup of refreshing cold tea topped up with plenty of ice!

Summer is in full swing, which means the sun and humidity are teaming up to do a number on your skin. Lucky for you, Ruhaku - a beauty brand born under the harsh Okinawan sun - is here to help you greet the day with an undeniably dewy glow.

Have you heard about dalgona coffee? By now, you’re sure to have seen this frothy and delicious coffee drink pop up in your social media stream amongst everyone’s pushup challenges and facemask selfies. This creamy, whipped, subtly sweet, and layered butterscotch beauty is having its moment in the limelight; and for good reason - it’s delicious! This recipe was cross-posted to our sister blog, The Rikumo Journal.

Festive, bubbly, and green. This seasonal creation features a scoop of Morihata matcha and a splash of woodsy gin to help keep your holiday spirits high. This recipe was cross-posted to our sister blog, The Rikumo Journal.