The large bookshelf reaches up to the ceiling and is lined with books on a variety of topics. Her parents were generous with their books and had always loved haiku./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Writer Minori Kai/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Writer Minori Kai/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

The cool-colored dresses were a favorite of Kai's mother when she was young. The twins were named after the dresses, and now they are part of Kai's wardrobe./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

The cool-colored dresses were a favorite of Kai's mother when she was young. The twins were named after the dresses, and now they are part of Kai's wardrobe./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Herbal teas are made by Kyoto-based aromatherapist Maka. They are blended with various herbs and dried fruits to suit various physical conditions. They are sold at "kit," a shop run by Kai's friend./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Herbal teas are made by Kyoto-based aromatherapist Maka. They are blended with various herbs and dried fruits to suit various physical conditions. They are sold at "kit," a shop run by Kai's friend./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Kai's go-to coffee is a blend from Rokuyosha Coffee Shop in Sanjo Kawaramachi, Kyoto. He says it was the first coffee he thought was "delicious" when he drank it black./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Tsuruya Yoshinobu IRODORI is a long-established shop that continues to pursue new flavors. You'll be knocked out by the appearance of its pastel-colored agar confectionery "Kohakuto" and colorful candy "Ariheito."/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Tsuruya Yoshinobu IRODORI is a long-established shop that continues to pursue new flavors. You'll be knocked out by the appearance of its pastel-colored agar confectionery "Kohakuto" and colorful candy "Ariheito."/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Sakata Bakery offers lovely, simple cookies and baked goods, including apple pie and pecan pie, and is a confectionery shop that Kai highly praises./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

He inherited the magazine "Kurashi no Techo" from his grandmother when Yasuji Hanamori was the editor-in-chief. He had been a regular subscriber for a long time./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

Making snack time a habit in your studio, a time that naturally brings a smile to your face [Writer Minori Kai's classic theory]/ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

The large bookshelf reaches up to the ceiling and is lined with books on a variety of topics. Her parents were generous with their books and had always loved haiku./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE

The large bookshelf reaches up to the ceiling and is lined with books on a variety of topics. Her parents were generous with their books and had always loved haiku./ Photo by Hideyuki Seta (c) FASHION HEADLINE