Because the Japanese sword is much more than a weapon, the swordsmith’s “education” entails much more than technical training. A craftsman fully dedicated to his art, he must be expert at evaluating blades and understanding their individual histories. In February 2018, A group of executives chose to experience such craftsmanship in its dedicated environment, the Learn More …
Sado or “The Way of Tea” has had a tremendous influence on Japanese culture. Its philosophy inspires the sense of service experienced everywhere in Japan. At its heart lies “Ichigo Ichie”. “Today we meet, and this encounter will remain a unique moment between us, that will never be repeated again”. Passerelle regularly hosts tea ceremonies Learn More …
February 2018: Sachiko and Sanae are waiting for a group of executives coming to experience the product dedication of a Japanese artisan, in a heritage house of the old town of Yanaka, Tokyo. With Passerelle’s founder Sebastien around, nihonshu (Japanese sake) is seldom far away. As a matter of fact it makes another great illustration Learn More …
Last February Passerelle received the entire Luxury division of a large cosmetics company (about 240 people) for a fun and instructive moment across 2 traditions, 2 cultures: French cheese and Japanese nihonshu. It took the form of a dialogue between Passerelle founder Sebastien and professional cheesemonger & world champion Fabien. Feed-back was excellent. A vast Learn More …
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