Postcard: 村田 夏佳 (Natsuka Murata): Shiba-Inu with Ogura-Matcha Kakigori (Shaved Ice)

A serene summer indulgence captured in watercolor—now available at the Wanderlust shop.
In this tranquil scene by illustrator Natsuka Murata, celebrated for her tender Shiba Inu portraits, a gentle pup sits beside a chilled bowl of ogura-matcha kakigōri. The deep green of matcha and the rich sweetness of adzuki beans, together with the mochi balls, create a moment as comforting as it is refreshing—an ode to classic Japanese summer treats. The Shiba’s quiet gaze suggests a peaceful companionship with the dessert, like a lazy afternoon spent beneath a noren curtain, savoring slow time.

This postcard evokes the nostalgic flavors of summer with Murata’s signature warmth. A perfect pick for collectors, tea lovers, or anyone in search of a soft-spoken slice of the season.