Mitate is a quiet little flower shop in Kita-ku, Kyoto. The shop can be likened to the folding fan used by rakugo storytellers, bringing new value to an object different from its original form. Following this tradition, Mitate is known for its diverse expressive use of plants and conveys a new appreciation of beauty through its New Year's decorations. Enjoy a beautiful and thoughtful compilation of artisanry and traditional Japanese landscapes in a book you will surely treasure. Photo by Kazuya Sudo
