Three Japanese tea cups with red sea bream

From Abundance to Victory: Five Ways Fish Swim in Significance in Asian Culture

If you’ve ever perused our aisles or website, you might have noticed that fish are a big theme in everything from ceramics to parasols to lanterns. That’s because the aquatic creature plays an important role in various Asian cultures. Here are five ways our finned friends swim in significance.
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Old ad with four Chinese ladies in flapper style qipaos

More Than a Dress: A Brief History of the Cheongsam

The cheongsam — also known as the qipao — might be considered the epitome of Chinese fashion. But how did this iconic item come about?
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Joanne Kwong and her family in front of the Glico running man billboard in Osaka

Pearl River in Japan: Fun Times and Fun Facts, Part 2

We’re back from Japan! While we’re sad our trip is over, we’re happy to bring you even more fun times and fun facts. Check it out!
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Pearl River president Joanne Kwong and her family in traditional yukata outfits

Pearl River in Japan: Fun Times and Fun Facts, Part 1

Konnichiwa! As you may know, we’ve been on a sourcing trip for the past couple of weeks. In addition to having fun, we’ve had lots of random observances. Here are just a few!
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The rice paddy installation at the World Trade Center's Oculus Plaza

A Rice Paddy Grows in Manhattan: LUCKYRICE Readies a Harvest

A real rice paddy is growing at the World Trade Center’s Oculus Plaza, and it’s because of Pearl River friend, lifestyle brand LUCKYRICE.
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A row of mahjongg tiles on a green table with a lady in the background

Game On! 9 Surprising Things You Might Not Know About Mahjongg

It's a game you might be familiar with. You might even know how to play. But how much do you really know about mahjongg? Find out!

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Bianlian or face changing Chinese opera performer in makeup and decorative hat

Bian Lian: The Magical Art of Chinese "Face Changing"

The Chinese dramatic art of bian lian gives the term “two-faced” a whole new meaning. Here are eight magical tidbits about this amazing art form.
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Drawing of a Chinese zodiac

6 Things You Might Not Know About the Chinese Zodiac

You may know it’s the Year of the Rooster, but do you know why? Find out as we take a look at six things you might not know about the Chinese zodiac and some predictions for the new year.
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Wheel of Togetherness for Chinese New Year

8 Lucky Foods to Eat During the Lunar New Year

You are what you eat — perhaps especially during the Lunar New Year. In our last post, we talked about how you can up your luck, and eating certain foods is one of them. Here are eight eats to feed your fortune as you ring in the Year of the Rooster.
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Two cute gold piggy banks, one medium, one small

The Year of the Pig: Last But Far From Least

We can hardly believe it, but the Lunar New Year is almost here. While 2018 was all things Fido, starting Feb. 5 of this year it'll be all about the pig. Here's everything you need to know about our favorite pink porker.
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Boxes wrapped in the style of origata, the art of Japanese gift wrap

That’s a Wrap! Origata, the Japanese Art of Gift Wrapping

You’ve put a lot of thought into your gifts, but how about your gift wrapping? Consider origata, the Japanese art of wrapping gifts.
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Jar of Tiger Balm on the ground

Tiger Balm: 10 Tingling Tidbits about Your Favorite Ointment

It’s instantly recognizable. The cool jar. The jumping big cat. The smell. Here are 10 fun facts you might not know about our favorite pungent unguent.

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