Curated, unique & extraordinary – vintage and modern elements for the home. When travel meets design – emotional memory happens. These are my personal findings, as I travel the globe, curating the world of luxury travel and lifestyle, one destination at the time. Now available to you from the source, either online or at our store.

Scouted in Japan. Looking for protection in dire times ? take home, this couple of stylish lion-dogs, thought to protect the building from harmful spiritual influences and harmful people that might be a threat.

Hand-painted Foo Dogs from Japan. Also known as Komainu or lion-dogs in English.

Statue pairs of lion-like creatures either guarding the entrance of many Japanese private residences, as well as Shinto and Buddhist shrines. Were thought to protect the building from harmful spiritual influences and harmful people that might be a threat.

JUST IN at BluePrintCT. All the way from Paris, France. Hand-sculpted Multifaced Glassware…. Stop by for a visit, lots of beautiful new things to see, hand-picked from around the world. Address: 7 North Street, Litchfield Connecticut. Store Hours: Sundays 12PM-4PM. Mondays – Thursdays by Appointment only. Fridays – Saturdays 11AM-6PM.

I am Japan ( addicted )… I just love Tokyo, its energy. the contrasts and  traditions. Venture to explore Mount Fuji and beyond. Enchanting Kyoto, full of mysticism and millenary heritage . This is my journey in Japan. Check out my Blog Posts and Instagram Photo Album.