Akabeko (Red Cow)

The year 2009 is that of cow in East Asian calenders. I have therefore drew this paper cow on the efuto which will reach the addressee in the new year.

Chocolate and Tie

My friend in New York sent me Christmas gifts in a cardboard box. I reciprocated his kindness with this efuto containing some of the gifts.
- MT

Murasuzume (A Japanese Sweet)

These are crepe-like sweets containing bean paste. The word murasuzume means "flight of sparrow." - MT

Radish Drying

In Japanese countryside in winter, you may see farmers putting white radishes in lines to dry them. Cold winds from snow-capped mountains are good to make pickles. - MT

Moraes Memorial

Crab-Shaped Bread

Coaster