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A Study of Japan Made Objects in Daily Use FAIZ T.S. CO.
A Study of Japan Made Objects in Daily Use
A curated study of Japan made objects we live with daily in our studio. From canvas bags and titanium wares to incense, eyewear, and copper tools, each piece reflects a... Read more...
Ramen, Soba, Tempura
Ramen, Soba, Tempura
During three months in Japan, we found ourselves returning to a few quiet places that stood out not for being flashy or famous, but for doing something simple really well.... Read more...
The Japanese Bagmaker That’s Been Doing It Right Since 1905
The Japanese Bagmaker That’s Been Doing It Right Since 1905
In Kyoto, Ichizawa Hanpu has been quietly crafting heavyweight canvas bags since 1905. Built for function, not fashion, their rugged bags age like raw denim softening and gaining character over... Read more...
SHOT.S. EDITION 04
SHOT.S. EDITION 04
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SHOT.S. EDITION 03
SHOT.S. EDITION 03
Captured on Leica M3, 35mm in Tokyo Read more...
Kamakura Days: A Coastal Pause from Tokyo
Kamakura Days: A Coastal Pause from Tokyo
A spring escape to Kamakura just an hour from Tokyo where surf-town vibes, vintage shops, standout cafés, and a nostalgic ride on the Enoden train make it more than just... Read more...
SHOT.S.-EDITION-2-by-Halwest-Farhad FAIZ T.S.
SHOT.S. EDITION 02 by Halwest Farhad
An editorial shot by photographer Halwest Farhad for FAIZ T.S. Read more...
Nadoya-no-Katte-and-the-Space-Between-Things FAIZ T.S.
Nadoya no Katte and the Space Between Things
Tucked inside a softly aging home in Tokyo’s Yoyogi neighborhood, Nadoya no Katte is more than a coffee stand it’s a quiet merging of nature, time, and craft. Weathered wood,... Read more...
SHOT.S.-EDITION-01 FAIZ T.S.
SHOT.S. EDITION 01
A bi-weekly curation of photography from our team. Shot on digital and film Leica systems. Read more...
One-Good-Thing-A-Study-in-Americana FAIZ T.S.
One Good Thing: A Study in Americana
Some brands build their legacy by mastering one thing and mastering it well. For decades, a select group of American makers have quietly refined their single products, from shirts to... Read more...
Kawai-Kanjiro-s-House-Embracing-Simplicity-and-Serenity-in-Kyoto FAIZ T.S.
Kawai Kanjiro’s House: Embracing Simplicity and Serenity in Kyoto
Experience tranquility at the historic home of Kawai Kanjiro in Kyoto, where we discovered the profound legacy of Japan's celebrated ceramic artist, amidst the warmth of traditional wood and tatami... Read more...
Café-Trois-Chambres-Shimokitazawa-s-Quiet-Icon FAIZ T.S.
Café Trois Chambres: Shimokitazawa’s Quiet Icon
Café Trois Chambres in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, is a beloved local spot known for its rustic, nostalgic charm. Established in 1980, the café offers a timeless ambiance with aged interiors, the... Read more...
The-Art-of-Continuity-A-Visit-to-Naito-Shoten-in-Kyoto FAIZ T.S.
The Art of Continuity: A Visit to Naito Shoten in Kyoto
In spring 2025, our team visited Naito Shoten, a textile shop in Kyoto that has been in operation since 1818. The experience offered a quiet reminder of the values we... Read more...
150-Years-of-Precision-What-Kaikado-Taught-Us-About-Design FAIZ T.S.
150 Years of Precision: What Kaikado Taught Us About Design
A visit to Kyoto’s legendary Kaikado café and shop led us to reflect on the power of craft, legacy, and quiet innovation. Inspired by a collaboration with Loopwheeler and our... Read more...