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"The Wild Geese Return" (Microseason 49) This is the time of year when the geese and swallows switch places. The swallows fly south and the geese arrive from colder, northern regions and will remain until winter's end. The wind that blows during this time is sometimes called gan-watashi or the goose-carrying wind, and conjures up images of a crisp fall. In Sei Shonagon's The Pillow Book she writes about the graceful formations of geese, so small, so high in the sky. Appearing in much art and literature, geese hold a special place in the heart of Japan and the comings and goings of these birds have always heralded a change in seasonality. (Do you want more seasonal events, recipes, poems and art in your inbox? Become a member!) the spoon & tamago dispatch Wara Art Autumn is officially upon us. It's the season of shorter days, brighter moons, bountiful harvests and Niigata prefecture's Wara Art Festival. Northern Japan is known for their rice paddies and each year art students travel up north to help farmers turn their rice stray into massive sculptures. Read more... Kiki's Museum Fans of "Kiki's Delivery Service" will be delighted to learn that a new museum dedicated to children's book author Eiko Kadono will open in Tokyo. We take a sneak peek inside, ahead of the official opening next month. Read more... Kid-Friendly Cafe Lastly, a look inside this new kid-friendly cafe in Tokyo, whose cavernous design is intended to spark curiosity, as well as hunger. The tunnel beckons you inside and offers glimpses of the baking process, as well as all the goodies inside that await. Read more... For just $5 per month, support independent publishing, and Japanese arts & crafts, by becoming a Spoon & Tamago member! tidbits from all corners of Japan The season's first snowcap was observed on Mount Fuji this week. Reverse-Big Motor incident in Fukuoka after a man planted banana trees along a section of the road. Officials don't know what to do. From the Shop Wooden Sake Cup Set New in the shop! FORM is a set of 5 wooden sake cups. True to its name, each cup embodies a unique, delicate form that is designed to enhance the sake drinking experience. Each cup is hand-made by skilled artisans who have ensured that you will enjoy the cup as much as you enjoy the sake. view collection Copyright © 2023 Spoon & Tamago, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Spoon & Tamago 253 Tompkins Ave Brooklyn, New York 11216 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.