150 Years of Japanese Skincare Innovation In 1872, we opened our doors as the first Western-style pharmacy in Ginza, Tokyo. From that day forward, we followed our belief in the power of beauty, further expanding the possibilities of cosmetics.

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Timeless Japanese tradition meets 150 years of cutting-edge science and research for transformative products that stand the test of time.Reserve a complimentary one-on-one virtual consultation to learn more.

Rooted in Care. Made With Purpose.

BklynBarSoap is a Black woman-owned skincare company creating thoughtfully made products for sensitive, dry, and eczema-prone skin. BklynBarSoap began in 2019 with a mother searching for a gentler way to care for her son Kayden’s eczema-prone skin.

After struggling to find products that were both effective and comforting, founder Tameika Lewis began creating her own. Drawing inspiration from the natural remedies of her Barbadian heritage, she experimented with nourishing plant oils, fruits, herbs, clays, and other skin-loving ingredients.

What began as a personal solution at home grew into a purpose-driven skincare brand serving families and communities looking for a more intentional approach to everyday body care.

Hi, I’m Sasha Chou, the founder of Mumu Bath. As a small, female-founded company, we’ve been on an exciting journey to create bath and body products that capture the essence of our Taiwanese heritage.

Mumu Bath was established in 2020 when my baby developed eczema at 6 months old. Faced with the challenge of finding soaps gentle enough for her, I decided to create products rooted in simplicity for the entire family.

Have you ever wondered what your favorite commercial perfumers could do if they had the freedom to create like our best independent perfumers? What would someone used to creating something for thousands do if they could create for hundreds? What if they could use a limited access ingredient or more fully explore an idea, or ingredient, they were personally interested in? Until recently that question could only be answered by those perfumers taking the financial risk of creating their own line. With the advent of the Fragrance Republ!c these perfumers have the chance to create a small limited edition for a community of aficionados which allow them unlimited creative freedom.

The space between.

Composed on the foundation of classical music.

In music, every phrase is shaped by the silence around it. Buchart Colbert is composed the same way. Not by what’s added, but through relationship to what comes next.

Fragrance materials alone are single notes. Together, they become a phrase. Some settle in tension, others resolve in harmony. Every Buchart Colbert composition opens one way, then returns you somewhere you didn’t know you’d left.

A violist and engineer, Sean Colbert formulates every fragrance in-house. Sean Cavenaugh builds the world around the collection.

Tanaïs is a New York City based author and perfumer. Their book In Sensorium: Notes For My People, won the 2022 Kirkus Prize for Nonfiction. This genre-defying book offers a necessary, alternative feminist perspective of South Asian history, colonization, caste and nation-state formation, through the fascinating lens of scent history and sensuality. 

They are the author of the critically-acclaimed novel Bright Lines, Finalist for the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, the Edmund White Debut Fiction Award, and The Brooklyn Public Library Prize. 

Their forthcoming feminist futurist novel, Stellar Smoke will be published by Dutton Books in 2026.

Our lifestyle brand was founded and created by Alexzandra Denis. She was born in Brooklyn to West Indian parents from St.Vincent and Haiti. Alexzandra attended CUNY Borough of Manhattan College and received an Associates of Applied Science in Business Management and Finance. She then moved on to receive her Bachelor of Administration degree from CUNY Baruch in Corporate Communications and minor in English. Alexzandra had a 10 year career in Fashion doing product development, working for brands such as Perry Ellis, Jones of New York and Calvin Klein PVH.

HANDED DOWN & MADE BY HAND

More than just kitchen witches, herbalists Molly Watman and Emma Graves have created a community around herbal wisdom. 

We entirely depend upon the beautiful souls who have joined Brooklyn Herborium and craft herbal goods with us on a daily basis. Each item is made with intention and the flow of energy.

What started out as a casual conversation between two friends, turned into the brand you see today! 

In December 2015, we established ENGAWA Co., Ltd. with the team of Tokyo Weekender, the longest-running English language magazine in Japan, established in 1970.

As exemplified by the terms “inbound” and “regional development,” a wide variety of initiatives are emerging in the field of business connecting Japan and the world. In addition, Japan and overseas, cities and regions are becoming even more borderless with the spread and sophistication of digital services.

ENGAWA hopes to create many scenes of excitement never seen before,through activities that bring the value of Japanese companies and regions into the lives of people around the world.

“Engawa” is a unique place for interaction in Japan. It is neither inside nor outside the house, but a place where various people gather and interact openly.

As professionals in the field of “spreading” and “connecting,” we express the appeal of Japanese people, products, and things to the world, and create “Engawa” in the business scene that enriches people’s lives. That is our mission.

CEO Takanobu Ushiyama

The Japan Cosmetic Center was established to support the growth of the cosmetics industry in Saga Prefecture, with a focus on Karatsu City, Genkai Town, and northern Kyushu.

By fostering collaboration among industry, academia, and government, the center creates a business-friendly environment for the cosmetics sector. It aims to boost the local economy by leveraging regional resources, encouraging innovation through the exchange of diverse talents and technologies, and developing frameworks to help businesses expand into the global market.

KO・SO (酵素)
[ˈkōsō]
noun
an enzyme, a ferment

“Koso drink | fermented drink using traditional Japanese methods, rich in prebiotic and probiotics. It is also simply called Koso.”

“Koso” is defined as an enzyme or a ferment in Japanese. Koso drink is a traditional enzyme drink created from vegetables, fruits, and plants, which provides abundant probiotics + prebiotics + postbiotics. Koso is popular among young Japanese women, juice cleansers, and individuals who attempt intermittent fasting. Koso has been a healthy and safe dietary supplement in Japan, dating back about 100 years.

The authentic fermented skincare crafted by Japanese artisans

SOPHISTANCE is born from
the craftsmanship of Japanese artisans.

Our unique formula of fermented rice concentrate is created to build a balanced state of skin microbiome, which helps reinforce your skin’s protective shield.

We craft our fermented rice concentrate alongside a team of artisans and mature it for more than five years to condense the potent nutrients and probiotics in the unique brewing method “Hacco®.”
This exquisite formula is based on the traditional Japanese recipe inherited over two hundred years. In every SOPHISTANCE product infuses this proprietary component with a symphony of nourishing botanical essences, offering ultimate comfort to any type of skin.

MASATO HIKI (MD)

Masato Hiki, M.D., Ph.D., Director of Hiki Clinic in Japan, his most significant discoveries was the cosmetic effects of carbon dioxide gas, which he stumbled upon while developing a treatment for bedsores. This led to the invention of the carbonated mask, positioning Dr. Hiki as a pioneer in carbonic acid beauty.

Originally only performed in medical clinics, Dr. Hiki wanted to help people discover healthier, younger-looking skin outside the clinic. So, he developed“Dr. MEDION” brand carboxy therapy skincare with his daughter and launched the world’s first, patented at home carboxy therapy treatment: SPAOXY GEL

MUSEE PLATINUM TOKYO is committed to delivering high-quality beauty treatments that are safe, effective, and tailored to your needs.
We began with a focus on professional hair removal and continue to grow, bringing in advanced solutions for skin and self-care.
At every step, our goal remains the same: to provide trusted care and visible results in a comfortable, professional environment.

20 years of research. 1000+ prototypes. One exceptional product.

KIZEN was created for those who want to take care of their skin, without the hassle. Developed in Japan, our formula combines powerful ingredients with advanced bio-technology to support your skin’s condition and everyday well-being.

uka — Quiet Ritual, Bold Heart

In Japan, beauty is not performed. It is practiced. In gestures, in rhythm, in care. At uka, we see beauty as a daily ritual—a way to restore balance, to connect with oneself, and to move through the world with grace.

What began in a small Tokyo salon, rooted in craftsmanship and harmony, has grown into a philosophy. One that blends traditional Japanese technique with modern life. Every product, every treatment, every moment with uka carries three essential values: innovation, sensitivity, and attentiveness.

We believe the smallest details hold the greatest power. That quiet routines become rituals. And that beauty is most powerful when it is personal, thoughtful, and true.

As we expand beyond Japan, we do so with deep respect—for where we come from, and for where we’re going.

We carry the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship, the warmth of our hospitality, and the subtle strength of our culture into the global conversation. Not to follow, but to offer something meaningful.

From Tokyo to the world, uka is a bridge—between tradition and innovation, simplicity and sophistication, self-care and shared care.

uka — Japanese beauty, reimagined for today.

Rooted in Japanese Wisdom. Created with Care.

After years of putting everything before herself, Vicky Tsai saw the toll of constant travel, long hours, and a breakneck career reflected in her skin. In search of a different way forward, she traveled to Kyoto, where she encountered remarkable teachers who shared a philosophy of beauty rooted in kindness, gratitude, and wholehearted care. As her skin began to heal, so did her relationship with herself. Tatcha was born from those lessons—and from a desire to share them with the world.

Our Founding Story

Established in 1987, Faith Cosmetics was founded on the belief that women have a right to products that are free of harmful chemicals, yet effective. Working in collaboration with Dr. Hajime Nishioka, a renowned Japanese scientist specializing in bioscience, Faith developed their skincare system of safe and effective products. Faith Cosmetics is headquartered in Osaka, Japan and more than 30 years later, Shinichi Kojima, Faith’s chairperson is honored to bring Faith’s pioneering skincare system to the United States.

Our Skincare

Working with two scientists from Tokyo University of Science, Chihiro Kaise, Ph.D. and Teruhisa Kaneko, Ph.D. Faith created the world’s most powerful collagen delivery system. This patented technology is the key to achieving beautiful skin from the inside out. This cell repairing technology allows fresh and gelatin collagen wrapped around nano capsules to penetrate the outer layer of your skin to repair damaged and aging cell formations, giving your skin a more even and radiant surface.

Manda’s mission is to contribute to the wellness of people and the earth. We make a variety of products using modern and traditional fermentation techniques. Our products have applications in commercial agriculture and human nutrition.

Manda’s fermented plant extract is used in commercial agriculture to stimulate plant and root growth, alleviate abiotic stress, increase nutrient uptake efficiency, and improve overall plant health and productivity.

Manda’s fermented Wellness products include prebiotic and probiotic supplements which improve gut health and are made with all natural, botanical ingredients.

Le Furo is an innovative Japanese wellness company famous for developing “Craft Onsen”—a patented technology that extracts, filters, and concentrates natural hot spring minerals up to 10,000 times. Operating on the concept of traditional Toji(therapeutic hot spring healing), they package real geothermal minerals into portable liquids or powders to recreate authentic onsen experiences globally

Since its establishment as a brush manufacturer in 1866, we have manufactured many different types of brushes. As the leading company in the brush industry, we will strive to maintain the traditional craft goods of Japan and export them globally.

The rich traditions of Kyoto craftsmanship have been sublimely refined amid the passage of more than a millennium.  Watabun, master weavers of the renowned Nishijin textile district in Kyoto, are the progeny of the Nishijin style of weaving.

Watabun obi, a quintessentially Japanese sash worn with kimono and yukata, embodies a pure expression of the Kyoto, and specifically, Nishijin art form.  This expression is also apparent in Watabun tapestries and accessories which offer a distinctive, yet subtle Nishijin accent in applications for interior décor and fashion, respectively.

Watabun obi and tapestries are conceptualized and their weave designs are elaborately hand drawn and colored on a broadsheet of mon paper.  The designs are then transferred to jacquard paper which is perforated and fitted to a loom to carry and guide threads being woven, thus rendering the designs in the weave.

In parallel, Watabun craftsmen meticulously undertake a series of intermediate steps in preparing the materials used in the weave; yarn is twisted, dyed, rolled and warped.

Modern process mechanization and computer control are not completely shunned, but Watabun hold dear and continue to apply traditional techniques to provide beautiful hand-woven fabrics commensurate with the traditions of Kyoto.

Nippon Kodo is a leading Japanese incense company with roots tracing back over 400 years to Jyuemon Takai (known as Koju), a master artisan who created rare and exquisite aromas for the Emperor of Japan and his court. The modern corporate entity was established in 1965, carrying forward centuries-old traditional formulas alongside contemporary home fragrances.

The Brooklyn Made Store, brought to you by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, represents the rich diversity of “Brooklyn,” as represented by products and brands that have been conceived and made here. “Brooklyn Made” can mean many things, but universally it reflects the intricacies of a borough that has been shaped and reshaped by the ever-changing flow of different populations and cultures that have found their way to Brooklyn for over three hundred years.

The mission of the Brooklyn Made Store is to identify and promote designers, makers, and entrepreneurs, mostly from communities of color, who embody the essence of what it means to be Brooklyn, as represented through their unique products. Brooklyn Made stores at Industry City and City Point are presented to you by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by Wells Fargo and sponsored by Brooklyn Org.

Academic Vision of Taisho University – Nurturing Four Qualities Buddhism was founded by the Buddha around 2,500 years ago, and the teachings were based on wisdom and compassion. Our academic vision, which began 90 years ago in accordance with the spirit of Mahayana Buddhism, is to nurture human resources and create prosperity in today’s world. We aim to cultivate the following four qualities in our graduates.

Four Qualities
A compassionate soul is obtained naturally through the process of continuing education when your aims are to achieve independence, become aware of the concept of co-existence, discover the essence of human life and develop a free and open mind. TSR-ship is the embodiment of our academic vision, which focuses daily on academic activities to foster exemplary human qualities, right bearings and attitudes, and cooperation.

Parviz Mukhamadkulov opened the first Poetica on Smith Street in the fall of 2020. His son Noor was born weeks later. Most of the city was still closed.

The name Poetica comes from the literary traditions of Samarkand, the city where poetry and mathematics were once practiced as the same discipline. The philosophy comes from somewhere more personal: the mahalla Parviz grew up in.

A mahalla is a neighborhood. But in Uzbek tradition, it carries obligations. When a guest arrives, the entire neighborhood organizes. Tea and bread before questions. A seat before an invitation. The guest is sacred because the act of welcoming is how a community keeps itself intact.

Parviz brought that logic to Brooklyn. In practice, it looks like a café where the door doesn’t close on anyone, where tea gets poured before anyone asks who you are.

Chocolate is not just a passion, it’s a lifestyle

It started in 2007 with a science degree in Environmental Management and Technology and a deep-rooted love for chocolate. Drawing on her Danish and South African heritage, Justine Pringle and her husband, Andy Laird, founded Nunu Chocolates in the heart of Brooklyn.

Their early days were defined by the community spirit of the neighborhood—from setting up at the Brooklyn Flea and local storefronts to becoming a staple at the Union Square Holiday Market. What began as a personal project soon grew into their own dedicated shops, fueled by a simple belief that the world is a better place when chocolate is involved.While their artisanal bonbons and small-batch bars gained a loyal following, it was the Hand-Dipped Salt Caramels that truly captured people’s hearts. 

Today, that same commitment to sustainability and handmade craft remains at the core of every box.

Emma Lazarus was a Jewish woman living in New York in the 19th century. She was a tireless advocate for refugees. She called for action during a time when the voices of women were so rarely heard.

Emma also made her voice heard through her poetry, which won her praise from an early age. Her 1883 sonnet, “The New Colossus,” is her most well-known work since some of its verses adorn the base of the Statue of Liberty. Her words are emblematic of a vision for the United States whose core value is welcoming new arrivals. 

For over 100 years, those words have greeted thousands of refugees fleeing hardship and dreaming of a better life in America. Although Lady Liberty is no longer the first site for those coming to the United States, the words still ring true.

We honor Emma’s advocacy and her emphasis on vocational training. She created a movement whose legacy we are proud to uphold.

At TOMIZ, we love to do many different things. We create an experience for people who want to visit daily and leave with a unique experience every time. We have an infinite amount of combinations, so each time you visit us, you’ll have a different meal to try.

Nihonsan is one of the only brick-and-mortar shops in the U.S. solely focused on selling Japanese woodworking hand tools and hardware. we are also a community offering Japanese woodworking classes, beginners’ kits, Hinoki lumber from Japan, as well as knowledge and guidance through our staff and community partners. If we don’t have what you want, we can probably point you in the right direction to find it.

Nihonsan was conceived by Joe Samalin and Shuya Iida of Hachi Collections, and his incredible team there. But none of this could have been done without the support and partnership of our incredible community of fellow makers, family, and friends. Learn more about them below, and visit us at:BBFL Basement

Upcycling Forgotten Textiles into Sustainable Wearable Art

We are proud to announce that our initiative, ‘Upcycling Forgotten Textiles into Sustainable Wearable Art,’ has been officially recognized and published by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Action Platform. Managed by the UN Office for Partnerships and the Fashion Impact Fund, this global platform showcases organizations actively driving the 2030 Agenda. Our work is celebrated for transforming textile waste into functional art, directly advancing SDG 5, 8,11, 12. This recognition validates our mission to fight the fast-fashion crisis through circular design, creative waste diversion, and community education.”

Oda Sho Co., Ltd. is a long-established Kyoto kimono shop that has lived through the ages with kimonos for over 150 years. Its DNA does not end with “preservation.” True “wa” (harmony) lies in its attitude of always questioning “evolution” while respecting tradition.

And one person who resonated with this philosophy is the solitary artist who continues to fascinate the world – HYDE. HYDE has an overwhelming sense of beauty and discerning eye that extends beyond the realm of music to fashion, visuals, and art direction. The moment that spark of his creativity met ODASHO, who has always faced tradition, a new door opened between “wa” and “rock.” And thus was born – WaRLOCK.

MuSuHi (Mishima Akiyoshi x Takaoka Harumitsu x Miida Shuhei x Shio Tatsuro x Otsuki Nobuhiko x Yawaka Keitaro x Tarui Kazuki)
MuSuHi is an art project that weaves together the loose threads of modern life and weaves the continuity of life into the ages through the yin-yang relative harmony of “Musuhi,” the spiritual act of creating and arranging all things, and “Musubi,” which brings about harmony and relationships.

FUGAHUM
The indigenous people had once established their peculiar culture in the fictitious country “Fugahum”.
However gradually invaders appeared, and the people had to trace the fate of surviving under their rule from that day on. Years passed by and now the subdued people are in their third-generation. The material invaders brought in has brimmed in Fugahum, and the people accepted the invader’s culture, religion, thoughts and even the history of them having been invaded. That is in other words, the third-generations has built new sense of values by compiling the invader’s livings which already existed when they are born.
“FUGAHUM” takes its historical story as modern Japonism and represent it not only in fasion but in various ways, and is a project to establish the country of Fugahum.

As a sister store of the internationally renowned Hair Salon SINDEN, which has long been established in Tokyo’s Shibuya Omotesando, we are excited to open this new location. We aim to provide a fresh hair design that merges Japan’s meticulous techniques and services with the fashion sensibility cultivated behind the scenes at Fashion Weeks in New York, Milan, and Paris. Additionally, we incorporate the artistic essence of Brooklyn into our offerings.

This salon also serves as a platform for the education of young stylists, acting as a bridge between Brooklyn
and Japan. Furthermore, with Japanese nails gaining attention, we will explore Brooklyn-inspired styles to propose innovative new designs.

New clients can get 30% off any Full Lash Extension Set or 20% off for Keratin Lash Lift!! Welcome to Ellie’s Lash Bar, located in Park Slope in Brooklyn. Book online and the discount will be applied at checkout.

As an eyelash specialty business, we specialize in providing high-quality eyelash extension, eyelash lift, and brow lamination services. Whether you’re looking to enhance your natural beauty with a classic lash set or achieve a more dramatic look with a volume set, our skilled team is here to cater to your needs.

At Ellie’s Lash Bar, we strive to create a relaxing and inviting atmosphere for our clients, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience. Trust us to amplify your beauty and leave you feeling confident and glamorous. We also offer very skillful European Waxing services which gives you a clean finish with less pain.