Hinoki Self-Care Gift Set

Est. 2010 in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Harnessing the healing power of nature, Beauty Secrets of Japan shares the beauty secrets of generations of Japanese women through its 100% natural bath and beauty products. In Japan, soap doesn’t just mean personal hygiene or a cleaning product, it’s also a beauty secret. Soapmaking supports a long tradition and culture of beauty, luxury, and personal care.

Mami Mizutani comes from a family where the tradition of soapmaking has been in its imprint for generations. Growing up in Osaka, she was immersed into the Japanese secrets of beauty by watching her mother and grandmother. They blended simple, natural ingredients into their hair and skin routines, and regularly shared their beauty treatments with friends and family.

Fifteen years ago, Mami found herself in Vancouver, Canada and a trip to a garage sale changed her fate. She bought a soapmaking kit and soon found herself following in her grandmother’s footsteps. She started making soap with the time-honoured Japanese ingredients she grew up with. Before Mami knew it, a business was started. The rest is history.