TEA · 18. October 2024
The air is filled with the delightful, autumnal scent of sweet little flowers from the garden!
We pick flowers from the garden and enjoy them with Japanese sweets at tea time. The sweet aroma from the garden has me dozing off, it's so relaxing!
BOOKS · 21. July 2024
Reviewed by Merry White
I'm thrilled to present a review from the amazing Merry White, author of the fantastic book "Coffee Life in Japan."
BOOKS · 10. July 2024
A One-Day Bookbinding Workshop
We learned how to fold paper, sew the book, make a cover, and connect everything to make a binding.
COFFEE · 07. July 2024
One of the more memorable stories from CAFÉ DE L’AMBRE
We had a most enjoyable conversation about Mr. Ichiro Sekiguchi, the founder of CAFÉ DE L’AMBRE. It was a truly delightful experience.
COFFEE · 07. July 2024
Replacing the Flannel Filter
Now for the fun part! It's time to replace the flannel filter.
COFFEE · 05. July 2024
Daibo Coffee - Brewing Tools (A Coffee Pot)
A stainless-steel pot from a local hardware store was also modified by narrowing the spout with a hammer so that a very thin stream of water drips. It weighs 480 grams (about 17 ounces).
COFFEE · 03. July 2024
Daibo Coffee - Brewing Tools (Flannel Filters)
A brand new filter is first boiled in hot water and mixed with some coffee to soak in before use.
TEA · 26. June 2024
Wild teas from foraged herbs and plants
It was a great experience to taste the natural flavors of wild teas made from herbs and plants picked by hand.
COFFEE · 23. June 2024
Tips for Brewing Delicious Coffee
Here are the essential tips for brewing a good cup of coffee, as shared by Mr. Ichiro Sekiguchi (the founder of CAFÉ DE L’AMBRE).
TEA · 19. June 2024
Treat yourself to a cup of tea.
Last week, I had the opportunity to try Taiwanese tea. I was fortunate to be able to appreciate the subtle, lingering scent of the tea as it circulated through my body and mind.

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