FAQ

Currently the shop ships within Japan only. International shipping involves customs paperwork and costs that we have not been able to make work fairly for customers yet. We are looking at options for 2027. If you are outside Japan, the practice guides and articles are all freely available.

Everything goes through at least two months of use in Mika's own practice before it is considered. If it passes that, it goes to a small group of regular contributors with different body types and practice styles. If it holds up across that range, it makes the shop. A lot of things do not make it.

No. We do not accept payment for reviews and we do not use affiliate links that would change what we recommend. Some items are sent as samples, and we note that clearly in the review. If a sample does not perform well, we say so and we do not stock it.

Yes. Unused items in original condition can be returned within fourteen days of delivery. Contact us through the form on the contact page and we will arrange the return. Return shipping within Japan is at the buyer's cost unless the item arrived damaged.

Roughly two to three times a month. We follow the seasonal calendar, so the pace picks up in autumn and spring when there is more to say about adjusting the practice. We do not publish on a fixed schedule because we would rather wait until something is worth saying.

The beginner home practice guide is the best starting point. It covers what you actually need (not much), how to structure a session when you have no teacher in the room, and what to do when you feel like you are doing it wrong. From there, the seasonal practice articles build naturally.