Hi, I’m Yuko Sakano, a Kyoto-based lover of all things beautiful and joyful
—and a proud cat mom to four rescue cats.

Let me ask you—what drives you every day?
For me, it’s the small moments of beauty that fill everyday life.
They spark my curiosity and fuel my creativity, both in work and in life.

Walking through Kyoto’s peaceful streets
Sharing quiet mornings with my four cats
Taking in the delicate hues of wagashi and the sound of the bamboo forest

This was just a short self-introduction, but in this blog,
I’ll be sharing stories behind Japan’s rich culture and traditional crafts,
as well as personal, real-life insights from living in Kyoto.
I hope you’ll enjoy each post as a quiet cultural journey.