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Translated: The Secret Language of the Federal Reserve    by Joey McBrennan

It is not what they say, but how they say it. We’ve translated the latest musings from the Federal Reserve.

When I was in my early 20s, I worked in the Far East. Part of my job was to take Japanese business material and write it in a way to make it be more palatable to English speakers.

My title was that of translator. As inflated as that description is, what I really did was learn how to convey meaning without ever using the English language in a precise way.

My Asian boss explained that it was all very “Japanese.” He explained that using direct language was fine in technical manuals, but everything else needed to be very opaque.

I never really understood what exactly they wanted, but since I needed the paycheck more than the argument, I learned the odd craft of writing everything so it could be taken a number of different ways.
I would write “opportunity to participate” instead of “for sale” or “delayed the renewal of the contract” instead of writing “canceled.” My favorite was “we’re reviewing current design improvements.” This always meant “It doesn’t work.”

It drove me crazy. I thought it was an inordinate waste of time and energy, until I began listening to our Federal Reserve Chief Big Ben Bernanke.

You see, Fed-speak appears to be English, just like my translations so many years ago. Each word is easily understood, but it’s almost always twisted into an entirely different meaning.

Now, it’s not just our Federal Reserve leaders who have these unique language skills. President Obama and his clan use terms like revenue enhancement when they really mean raise taxes. Treasury Secretary Timmy G. says things like the United States will never lose its triple A rating, which to the properly trained ear means the U.S. will lose its triple A.

The reality is, our politicians, Fed Chieftains, and Wall Street banksters are trying to persuade you to remain calm, as they do everything in their power to prepare for disaster.

Look at what the major banks have been doing over the past 24 months. They’re not lending. They’re sitting on top of piles of cash. It’s not because they want to make less money. It’s because they know there’s a coming storm, and they’re getting ready.

It’s as if our ship is going down, and they’re recommending you try the Beluga caviar on the buffet as they secure the lifeboats for themselves.

Here’s a translation of the Aug. 9 press release from the Federal Reserve:

Indicators suggest a deterioration in overall labor market conditions in recent months, and the unemployment rate has moved up.

Translation: All signs point to unemployment going from bad to worse.
Household spending has flattened out, investment in nonresidential structures is still weak, and the housing sector remains depressed.
Translation provided by my colleague Justice Litle when he wrote nearly 16 months ago on April 9: The “recovery” we are now witnessing is based on theft, greed and deceit. It’s a giant rip-off, a rotten sham. In this sleazy imitation of a free market economy, liars, cheats and deadbeats are the ones getting rewarded.

Back to Big Ben’s press release:

The Committee [FOMC] now expects a somewhat slower pace of recovery over coming quarters than it did at the time of the previous meeting and anticipates that the unemployment rate will decline only gradually toward levels that the Committee judges to be consistent with its dual mandate.

Translation: The Fed’s choice of the words “slower pace” implies
forward momentum. Their own numbers tell us both words are a bit misleading with the recovery recently placed at a pre-revision (in other words, made up) level of 1.3% at the same time first-quarter GDP was revised down to 0.4%.

Moreover, downside risks to the economic outlook have increased. The Committee also anticipates that inflation will settle, over coming quarters, at levels at or below those consistent with the Committee’s dual mandate as the effects of past energy and other commodity price increases dissipate further.

Translation: “Downside risk” in Fed-speak means depression.
The Committee currently anticipates that economic conditions — including low rates of resource utilization and a subdued outlook for inflation over the medium run — are likely to warrant exceptionally low levels for the federal funds rate at least through mid-2013.

Translation: Quantitative Easing 3 has arrived.

I recognize that this one is not nearly as easy to see as the other translations. I dare say the Feds will never call this QE3 or even mention quantitative easing again. It’s bad for business and a few in the government (Tea Party members) are ferociously fighting the Fed.
There are two important things Big Ben announced when he said they’ll be keeping “exceptionally low levels”until mid-2013.

First, the Fed will interfere with interest rate markets to ensure rates at zero. It does this through buying government debt. In other words, injecting billions upon billions into the market with each successive bond bought.

The second thing he’s telling us is things are bad, really bad. QE1 and QE2 have delivered no improvement to unemployment and no noticeable improvement to the economy (unless you work on Wall Street).

With the implementation of this newest round of easing, the Fed is signaling its willingness to continue down the exact path with the only weapon it believes it has: the printing press.

It didn’t work in the Weimar Republic. It didn’t work during the Great Depression, and after two decades, it’s still not working in Japan.
There is a solution: Fire Bernanke and end the Fed.

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About the Author

Joseph McBrennan is the Editor of Wealth Legacy Advisory and a regular contributor to free financial market e-letter Taipan Daily. Editor Joseph McBrennan comes from at least five generations of investors and traders on both sides of his family, dating back more than 150 years. He brings to Taipan Publishing Group over two decades of experience in the investment banking business.
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Learn to Draw Disney’s Princess and the Frog $5.95 The Disney film The Princess and the Frog features Disney’s first African-American princess and marks a return to the classic fairytale in traditional animation. Inspired by the film and many curious illustrators, this beautifully illustrated book teaches aspiring artists how to draw all of the story’s characters, including Ray, the lovesick Cajun firefly, Louis, the jazz-singing alligator, and a pair of jinxed frogs. With its exquisitely illustrated step-by-step drawing instructions, this 32-page book is as colorful as a Bourbon Street Mardi Gras celebration. Each new step is shown in blue so budding artists know exactly what to draw next. Artists of all levels can use this instructional book to learn how the Disney storybook artists make the beloved characters come to life. Author — Disney Storybook Artists. Paperback. 32 pages. 8½" × 11" (22 cm × 28 cm) .

Learn to Draw Disney-Pixar: Toy Story $5.95 Blast off on another learn-to-draw adventure with Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Lotso, Big Baby, and other characters from Disney-Pixar’s beloved Toy Story films. Professional Disney-Pixar animators lead young artists through easy, step-by-step drawing instructions, with each new step clearly outlined in blue so kids know exactly what to draw next. Inside tips and techniques make it simple to depict the characters just how they appear on the big screen. This new, expanded edition includes characters from Toy Story , Toy Story 2 , and Toy Story 3 , along with brief synopses of all three movies. Author — Disney Storybook Artists. Paperback. 64 pages. 8½" × 11" (22 cm × 28 cm) .

Bussmann KJ5 Japanese Car AGC Glass Tube Fuse Assortments $11.95 Glass tube fuse Supplies five most common fuses For Japanese cars Includes AGC 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 Carded

Manga Mania: How To Draw Japanese Characters $14.96 How To Draw Japanese Characters is a great book for beginning anime or manga artists. Author Christopher Hart goes beyond drawing suggestions and model sketches to provide a rich interpretation of what the stylistic elements — from gestures to costuming — actually mean and how they differ from what’s usually seen in U.S. comics. There are also chapters on drawing poses and genres. Enjoy more than 570 illustrations. 150 of the illustrations are in color. Author — Christopher Hart. Paperback, 8 1/2" x 11", 144 pages.

Learn to Draw Disney: Mickey Mouse and His Friends $5.95 For more than 80 years, Mickey Mouse has delighted and inspired generations of Disney fans. No other character, classic or contemporary, occupies a similar space in the hearts and minds of people from around the world. Ranked as the #1 cartoon character with mothers of children age two to age five, Mickey Mouse also ranks as the #1 character for The Walt Disney Company, with 99% brand awareness in the United States. Mickey Mouse is also the top-ranking character franchise in the world. Since its release more than 20 years ago, Learn to Draw Disney: Mickey Mouse and His Friends has sold more than 803,000 copies, making it one of Walter Foster’s top-selling titles of all time. In this newly expanded edition, young artists can enjoy learning to draw all of their favorite classic Disney characters, including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and Pluto in a range of poses and various expressions. Classic Disney story frames and tips from professional Disney artists round out this beautifully designed and illustrated full-color book destined to become an heirloom passed down to future generations. Author — Disney Storybook Artists. Paperback. 64 pages. 8½" × 11" (22 cm × 28 cm) .

Japanese Prints Coloring Book Japanese Prints Coloring Book $3.71 This exceptional coloring book offers 38 exquisite, ready-to-be-colored prints of Ukiyo-e’s greatest masters: Kiyonaga, Utamaro, Hokusai, Hiroshige, and sixteen others. Several of the original prints are reproduced in full color on the covers and act as an authentic color key that will help you recapture the subtle shades and enchanting tonality of the original masterpieces. Paperback, 48 pages. ISBN:048624279X. DOVER

Introduction to Japanese Kanji Calligraphy each $22.82 The word calligraphy literally means “beautiful writing”. Originally developed to stress the importance of culture, religion and philosophy, over time calligraphy in most languages has developed into a purely artistic expression. In Japan, kanji characters from the panese writing system are used in calligraphy. This book is an exploration of this Asian art form, and examines how calligraphic poetry developed in Japan.Author: Kunii Takezaki, Bob GodinISBN: 9784805309254Publisher: Tuttle

Japanese Designs Stained Glass Coloring Book Japanese Designs Stained Glass Coloring Book $4.99 Nature shines bright in 16 drawings done in the Japanese style. Intricate patterns depict florals amid an abstract design, sea life on the ocean floor, ornate fans set against a background of repeat patterns, and more.Bring these lovely designs to glowing life by coloring them with the medium of your choice and putting them in front of a bright light.Paperback, 16 pgs., 8 1/4 in. x 10 7/8 in.Dover, 2006

Japanese Ink Painting: The Art of sumi-e $10.17 Japanese ink painting emphasizes suggestion, simplicity and harmony with nature, by capturing the essence of an object with the fewest, quickest brushstrokes. This book contains everything needed to get started in the art of sumi-e. Materials and techniques are covered, including how to grind ink, brush-handling for maximum control, composition, mounting a finished painting — even carving a soapstone or wooden seal for signing your work. Step-by-step exercises teach how to paint plum tree branches, fish, orchids, bamboo, and landscapes that include water, rocks, trees, birds, and other life forms. Stunning examples of ink paintings shown in full color, some using watercolor as an accompaniment, offer unlimited inspiration. Author — Naomi Okamoto. Paperback. 96 pages. 8¼” × 10¼”.

120 Japanese Prints: CD-ROM and Book 120 Japanese Prints: CD-ROM and Book $16.75 Much admired and highly prized worldwide, the romantically idealized figures and objects in this superb collection of Japanese prints depict a wide range of subjects ? from courtesans, geishas, and samurai to flora and fauna, seascapes, and views of Mt. Fuji.This book includes a CD-ROM containing 120 full-color, royalty-free images saved in high-quality JPEG format.System requirements: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP OR Macintosh, all versions; CD-ROM drive.Book specifications: paperback, 64 pgs., 8 1/4 in. x 11 in.Publisher: Dover, 2006.

Learn to Write Box – Delphine – Boxed Stationery $21 These customizable cards are a wonderful way to say thank you. And a boxed set makes a unique and thoughtful child or teacher gift. 5.25″ x 3.75″ Stationery

Japanese Animal and Floral Designs: CD-ROM and Book Japanese Animal and Floral Designs: CD-ROM and Book $13.45 Invaluable to designers and decorators in search of new subjects with an authentic Far Eastern flavor, these vintage woodcuts display the timeless beauty of Japanese art and ornament.More than 300 exquisite images, compiled from vintage woodcuts, paintings, fabrics, and other artistic sources, depict graceful details from landscapes, as well as florals; abstract designs; creatures of land, sea, and air; and other images.The book includes a CD-ROM containing 554 royalty-free images scanned at 600 dpi and saved in six different formats (TIFF, PICT, EPS, BMP, as well as Internet-ready JPEG and Gif).System requirements: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP OR Macintosh, all versions; CD-ROM drive.Book specifications: paperback, 48 pgs., 8 1/2 in. x 11 in.Publisher: Dover, 2006.

Matsuya Japanese Crest Designs: CD-ROM and Book Matsuya Japanese Crest Designs: CD-ROM and Book $14.23 Used centuries ago as battlefield insignias, Japanese crest designs eventually came to be identified with particular families and famous individuals. Today, these small, compact, and graceful motifs are ideal for use as spot illustrations, logos, and other eye-catching graphic elements.This CD-ROM and book set includes more than 1,000 authentic designs from a rich art tradition ? among them the yin-yang configuration, linked rings, treasure knots, as well as designs depicting wildlife, natural phenomena, and abstracts.This book includes a CD-ROM containing 1,240 royalty-free images scanned at 600 dpi and saved in six different formats (TIFF, PICT, EPS, BMP, as well as Internet-ready JPEG and GIF).System requirements: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP OR Macintosh, all versions; CD-ROM drive.Book specifications: paperback, 64 pgs., 8 1/4 in. x 11 in.Publisher: Dover, 2006.

Secrets of Origami: The Japanese Art of Paper Folding Secrets of Origami: The Japanese Art of Paper Folding $13.9 This book is the perfect place to start if you like to create something out of almost nothing–which is basically what papercrafters do. Compiled by magician and entertainer Rober Harbin, this treasury of Origami projects offers challenges for paperfolders at all levels of expertise. Hundreds of line diagrams give step-by-step directions for constructing over 120 fragile objects and graceful figures ranging from simple to complex. Traditional subjects such as a sailboat, cicada, flapping bird, jumping frog and a party hat are accompanied by new designs: a Japanese lady, a gargoyle, an octopus, a Moor at prayer and many others. Includes a section on great international folders and and their secrets for creating truly remarkable models, featuring Adolfo Cerceda’s magnificent peacock, Fred Rohm’s amazing performing seal, and Ligia Montoya’s exquisite bird of paradise. Paperback, 272 pages. ISBN:486297071. DOVER

Japanese Geishas Stained Glass Coloring Book Japanese Geishas Stained Glass Coloring Book $5.35 Exquisitely dressed, often musically accomplished, and adept in the art of conversation, the Japanese geisha is specifically trained to entertain men at social gatherings. Sixteen magnificently detailed portraits depict geishas wearing a series of marvelous costumes: accented with birds, strewn with lush blossoms, and dotted with brilliant foliage. The beautiful young women are seen playing musical instruments, resting in a garden setting, carrying urns of floral arrangements, walking gracefully with a parasol, and in other delightful vignettes. Colorists of all ages can bring these elegant geishas magically to life simply by coloring the pictures with paints, crayons, felt-tip pens, or colored pencils and placing them in front of a window or other source of bright light for dazzling stained glass effects. Paperback, 16 full-page black-and-white illustrations printed on translucent paper. ISBN:486403661. DOVER

Young Artist Learn to Paint Kit each $11.66 This painting set includes everything a budding painter needs. Included are 6 artist quality brushes of varying sizes, 5 colors of washable paint, 10 sheets of paper, and easy to hold palette, and fully illustrated instructions, with a mixing chart and tips and techniques.For ages 5 +

Attention & Learn Enhance 2 oz: HF $17.99 Natural aid for slow or difficult comprehension, writing wrong words or syllables, oversensitivity, forgetfulness, lack of assertiveness, shyness, apprehension. Helps with both mental and physical development.

Roylco Learn From the Masters Portrait Class Pack $29.99 Drawing portraits like the Masters is easy with this three-in-one system. The Golden X proportion tool and ruler help students place and draw facial features accurately, and also helps teachers with limited knowledge of portraiture to teach it to their students. The class pack includes: 72 portrait sheets in 24 designs, 8½" × 11" each 32 Golden X proportion tools 32 cardstock rulers 48 reference cards Illustrated instructions

Tea,OrganicGreen Japanese Prem 16 Bag, case of 6: HF $30.94 USDA Organic Fair Trade Certified Choice Organic Teas works closely with our international growers in countries across the world, including China, India, Japan, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania to create organic teas known for outstanding character and clarity of flavor. We rely on simple, pure ingredients, strict organic guidelines, and an ethics-driven Fair Trade philosophy. Whether it’s a smooth Japanese green or a nutty Chinese Dragon Well, green teas offer a range of flavor. The fresh character results from limited processing during production. Leave are briefly heated or steamed before drying. Premium Japanese Green Tea We source early tender organic leaves which are steamed briefly to retain their delicate character and rich green color. The gentle, clean flavor is mild with sweet notes of fresh-cut grass

Design Source Book Series Traditional Japanese Designs $8.75 Design Source Books are a beautiful series of themed pattern books for virtually any craft. The designs can be used as stencil or embroidery patterns, stationery designs, furniture decoration, glass painting guides or whatever your imagination chooses. The designs can be photocopied, traced, colored, adapted or used as inspiration for originating your own designs. They will stand up well to reproduction at any scale. Readers are permitted to reproduce any of the designs in these books for their personal use, or for the purposes of selling for charity, free of charge and without the prior permission of the publishers. Each paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 1/2 in., 32 pages.

Roylco Carp Windsock $7.69 Inspire students to learn about Japanese culture by making fun windsocks! These windsocks can be decorated using watercolor diffusing techniques or almost any medium. Just add a string and hang for a colorful display. Each pack contains 24, 6” × 10” paper windsocks and an idea sheet.

Creativity Street Multicultural Masks $6.59 Help children learn about different cultures as they use their imaginations to decorate these multicultural masks. Each pack contains four each of six different designs (24 total), including African, Egyptian, Aztec, Japanese, Venetian, and Native American Bear.

Tea Tin, Japanese 2 oz: K $2.7 No Description available

Tea Tin, Japanese 4 oz: K $3.24 No Description available

Learn Watercolor Pencil Techniques Now Kit #70 watercolor pencil techniques kit $11.42 The Learn Watercolor Pencil Techniques Now Kit includes 6 Kimberly Watercolor Pencils, 24-page full color instruction booklet, artist paint brush, All-Art sharpener, and pre-printed patterns. This kit is ideal for Memory Books, Greeting Cards, and Rubber Stamp Techniques.

Power Wraps, Japanese (raw, gluten-free, vegan, organic) $2.25 The tempting, complex flavors of Japan are set off by the enhanced nutrition found in sprouted sunflower seeds and sprouted sesame seeds. Enjoy the best of the Far East in a convenient, tasty snack.

Japanese Twig (Kukicha/Bancha) Organic Haiku Tea 16 tea bags: K $3.95 During the fall in the Uji district, traditional center of the Japanese tea industry, the Nagata family turns to the harvest of tea twigs for Kukicha, the “peasant’s drink”, so-called because farmers drank it after selling the leaves to sophisticated urbanites as a cash crop. The Nagatas carefully select 40% medium 3-yr, 40% thick 10-yr, and 20% thin twigs and leaves aged 1 year, before gently roasting each variety separately to bring out its rich flavor. Because caffeine is concentrated in the leaves, twig tea is low in caffeine and can be drunk even at night. Haiku® Twig Tea teabags are always two full grams of 100% Nagata Japanese Organic Kukicha Tea, the finest quality in the world. Try it and you will understand why true connoisseurs of Japanese twig tea will drink nothing else.

Japanese Roasted Green (Hojicha) Organic Haiku Tea 16 tea bags: K $3.95 By early summer in the Uji district, traditional center of the Japanese tea industry, tea leaves grow too large and coarse for the Nagata family to make into Sencha. The Nagatas steam these leaves to prevent fermentation, mix them with volcanic sand, and roast them in revolving ovens to make Hojicha. The sand, later removed, helps the leaves roast slowly and evenly. Roasting further neutralizes the leaves’ already weak astringent and stimulating qualities (tea leaves contain less caffeine as they grow older)and gives this tea its distinctive smoky or nutty flavor. The result is unparalleled taste and quality, as perfectly balanced as a poem. In order to insure the richest, most authentic flavor, Haiku Roasted Green Tea teabags are always two full grams of 100% Nagata Organic Japanese Hojicha Tea, the finest quality in the world. Try it and you will understand why true connoisseurs of Japanese roasted green tea will drink nothing else.

”Argent” Titanium with Swarovski Crystals & Japanese Germanium – NEW & The Best Gift She will get this Year! $149 “?Argent? is the newest addition to our Titanium Wellness Collection & we hope to your Wellness Universe very soon. ?Argent? represents a stunning combination of genuine ”Swarovski” crystals accenting the exterior & 99.99% pure Japanese germanium stones embedded within the interior design. Lets begin to get acquainted a bit more with germanium and if you would like to read even more the link below will be useful to you. As you may have heard and experienced yourself our current urban lifestyle exposes the human body to harmful positive ions generated from such things as mobile phones, electronic equipment, chemicals or acid rain and ultraviolet rays to name a few of the things that can bombard us everyday. Hence, a balance between the positive ions (which are bad for us) and the negative ions (which are good for us) is the goal to achieve. The negative-charge ion from Germanium it is said can help to contribute in helping to balance the positive and negative ions within the body. Technically a germanium atom has thirty-two electrons with four of them constantly moving unsteadily along its outermost shell. These four electrons are negative-charge carriers. One of these four electrons will be ejected out of its orbit once the temperature is above 32 degrees Celsius. The remaining three electrons will seize an electron from other atoms in order to maintain balance. In essence, once in contact with the human skin, the negatively charged electrons from the millions of Germanium atoms will attract the harmful positively charged electrons from the body. There are so many interesting things going on around us that we never seem to give a second thought to and this bracelet is now one of those ?interesting new things?. About the metal used to craft this piece : As you may know titanium is factually stronger than gold or platinum and is three times stronger than steel. Titanium has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of all metals. Titanium will not irritate or discolor your skin and will not harm the body in any way. As a result titanium is used by the medical and dental fields in surgical implants, bone screws, hip replacements, heart valves and more. This all adds up to ?The Right Choice? in metal selection for ?Argent? and can only be purchased here at AceMagnetics.com (Limited Holiday Supply). Let?s take a look again at the reasons you?re considering this piece and the reasons we think it is the best buy on the market. 1) Ultra light weight Titanium 2) 99.99% Pure Japanese Germanium Stones, not powder 3) Five Designer ?Swarovski? Crystals 4) ? Argent? is clearly a winning choice when it comes to wellness therapy products 5) Only available at AceMagnetics.com Finally we urge you to save time, save gas, leave the crowds behind and let us package this one up for you and ship it out today when ordered by 11am eastern standard time. Otherwise your order will ship tomorrow via USPS Priority mail and be delivered within 2-3 days w/tracking when an e-mail

Japanese Green Tea 1 lb: V (Special Order) $19.95 This is loose green tea, not bagged. One pound is the equivalent of approximately 200 tea bags. The phrase ‘Black Tea’ is used as a generic name for all Camelia sinensis teas. The major Black Tea types, from the traditional black tea evergeen (Camellia sinensis), classified according to processing method, include: fermented, or black, tea, producing an amber-coloured, full-flavoured beverage without bitterness; semi-fermented, or oolong, producing a slightly bitter, light brownish-green liquid; and unfermented, or green, tea, resulting in a mild, slightly bitter, pale greenish-yellow beverage. Green tea should be steeped in very hot, but not boiling, water. Boiling water will scorch the delicate flavor, rendering it bitter. Green tea comes mainly from China, Japan, Taiwan and, to a lesser degree, India. The critical difference between green and black tea is that green tea leaves are not allowed to ferment. Green tea is, instead, steamed, rolled and fired. Green tea is the natural dried leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. Black tea is oxidized green tea. Green tea is not graded similar to black tea but classified according to age, style of the leaf and manufacture, e.g., Gunpowder, Pan-fired, Young Hysson, Bancha, etc. Since green tea, unlike black and oolong tea, is not fermented, the active constituents remain unaltered in the herb. Green tea is bioflavonoid-rich, proven useful for fighting free radical damage in the human body. It has a high content of polyphenols, which are a class of bioflavonoids. Green tea’s best studied polyphenol is Epigallocatechin Gallate. Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), protects against digestive and respiratory infections. A solution of 1 mcg per ml of EGCG heavily inhibited influenza virus in vitro. Green tea is beneficial in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease as it exerts antioxidant activity, lowers cholesterol and reduces platelet aggregation (stickiness). Green tea extract is very good for the arteries and heart. Additional studies have demonstrated enhanced liver function and immune system function secondary to these polyphenols. Tea contains only four calories per cup when consumed without added ingredients but is a source of several B-complex vitamins, including B2 and nicotinic acid. Caffeine is responsible for tea’s stimulating effect. Flavour is produced by volatile oils, and astringency and colour by tannin. Teas are classified according to region of origin, as in China, Ceylon, Japanese, Indonesian, and African tea, or by smaller district, as in Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgris from India, Uva and Dimbula from Sri Lanka, Keemun from Chi-men in China’s Anhwei Province, and Enshu from Japan. Teas are also classified by the size of the processed leaf. Traditional operations result in larger leafy grades and smaller broken grades. The leafy grades are flowery pekoe (FP), orange pekoe (OP), pekoe (P), pekoe souchong (PS), and souchong (S). BOP=B

Japanese Green Tea 8 oz: V (Special Order) $10.97 This is loose green tea, not bagged. One pound is the equivalent of approximately 200 tea bags. The phrase ‘Black Tea’ is used as a generic name for all Camelia sinensis teas. The major Black Tea types, from the traditional black tea evergeen (Camellia sinensis), classified according to processing method, include: fermented, or black, tea, producing an amber-coloured, full-flavoured beverage without bitterness; semi-fermented, or oolong, producing a slightly bitter, light brownish-green liquid; and unfermented, or green, tea, resulting in a mild, slightly bitter, pale greenish-yellow beverage. Green tea should be steeped in very hot, but not boiling, water. Boiling water will scorch the delicate flavor, rendering it bitter. Green tea comes mainly from China, Japan, Taiwan and, to a lesser degree, India. The critical difference between green and black tea is that green tea leaves are not allowed to ferment. Green tea is, instead, steamed, rolled and fired. Green tea is the natural dried leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. Black tea is oxidized green tea. Green tea is not graded similar to black tea but classified according to age, style of the leaf and manufacture, e.g., Gunpowder, Pan-fired, Young Hysson, Bancha, etc. Since green tea, unlike black and oolong tea, is not fermented, the active constituents remain unaltered in the herb. Green tea is bioflavonoid-rich, proven useful for fighting free radical damage in the human body. It has a high content of polyphenols, which are a class of bioflavonoids. Green tea’s best studied polyphenol is Epigallocatechin Gallate. Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), protects against digestive and respiratory infections. A solution of 1 mcg per ml of EGCG heavily inhibited influenza virus in vitro. Green tea is beneficial in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease as it exerts antioxidant activity, lowers cholesterol and reduces platelet aggregation (stickiness). Green tea extract is very good for the arteries and heart. Additional studies have demonstrated enhanced liver function and immune system function secondary to these polyphenols. Tea contains only four calories per cup when consumed without added ingredients but is a source of several B-complex vitamins, including B2 and nicotinic acid. Caffeine is responsible for tea’s stimulating effect. Flavour is produced by volatile oils, and astringency and colour by tannin. Teas are classified according to region of origin, as in China, Ceylon, Japanese, Indonesian, and African tea, or by smaller district, as in Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgris from India, Uva and Dimbula from Sri Lanka, Keemun from Chi-men in China’s Anhwei Province, and Enshu from Japan. Teas are also classified by the size of the processed leaf. Traditional operations result in larger leafy grades and smaller broken grades. The leafy grades are flowery pekoe (FP), orange pekoe (OP), pekoe (P), pekoe souchong (PS), and souchong (S). BOP=B

?El Dorado? Pure Japanese Germanium Magnetic Bracelet – Best Holiday Gift EVER! $175 “?El Dorado? is NEW BUT conjures up memories of old just discovered golden treasures and represents our newest addition to the AceMagnetics wellness line. (Presemtly out of Small – We underestimated XMAS Demand – Sorry). This stunning 18K gold plated ultra light weight titanium bracelet with five cubic zirconia crystals along the exterior and both permanent 3800 gauss laser point neodymium magnets and three 99.99% pure Japanese germanium stones embedded within the interior make this the perfect Holiday Gift. Lets begin to get acquainted with germanium and if you would like to read even more the link below will be useful to you. As you may have heard and experienced yourself our current urban lifestyle exposes the human body to harmful positive ions generated from such things as mobile phones, electronic equipment, chemicals or acid rain and ultraviolet rays to name a few of the things that can bombard us everyday. Hence, a balance between the positive ions (which are bad for us) and the negative ions (which are good for us) is the goal to achieve. The negative-charge ion from Germanium it is said can help to contribute in helping to balance the positive and negative ions within the body. Think of Germanium as helping you to replicate how you feel when you go to the ocean and take in all those negative ions or what it feels like to go out after a rainstorm. Lets delve deeper A germanium atom has thirty-two electrons with four of them constantly moving unsteadily along its outermost shell. These four electrons are negative-charge carriers. One of these four electrons will be ejected out of its orbit once the temperature is above 32 degrees Celsius. The remaining three electrons will seize an electron from other atoms in order to maintain balance. In essence, once in contact with the human skin, the negatively charged electrons from the millions of Germanium atoms will attract the harmful positively charged electrons from the body and so on and so on…… very interesting – don’t you think? About the metal used to craft this piece: As you may know titanium is factually stronger than gold or platinum and is three times stronger than steel. Titanium has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of all metals. Titanium will not irritate or discolor your skin and will not harm the body in any way. As a result titanium is used by the medical and dental fields in surgical implants, bone screws, hip replacements, heart valves and more. This all adds up to ?The Right Choice? in metal selection for ?El Dorado? and can only be purchased here at AceMagnetics.com (Limited Holiday Supply). Sizing: S = 7.2, M = 7.7, L = 8.25 inches. Please MEASURE your wrist and pick the size that is slightly larger than your actual wrist size. For instance if your wrist size is 7? select the 7.2, if your wrist size is 7.5 select the 7.7 & so on. Let?s take a look again at the reasons you?re considering this piece and the reasons we think it is the best buy on the market. 1) Ultra li

Evenflo Company 6161949 ExerSaucer Bounce and Learn Active Learning Center $97.96 Active learning center Includes 44 fun learning activities Bounces, spins, and rocks to keep your child entertained and active Toys can be easily removed for fun and learning anywhere 3 position height adjustments Removable and machine washable seat pad for easy clean up after any mess Ideal for children 4 months to walking Maximum height of 30 inches

Happy Frog Japanese Maple Organic Fertilizer 4-8-5, 4 lb Bag: J $9.31 Finally, a fertilizer that’s blended for the unique needs of Japanese maples. Japanese Maple Fertilizer uses a lower-nitrogen formula that supports a natural tendency to grow in cool weather environments. This means less leaf scorch in summer—even in sun—and a smooth transition to dazzling fall color. A lower pH helps the roots take up the nutrients they need, and phosphorus and potassium deliver color illumination like you’ve never seen before. You’ll get all the brilliant reds, purples, and oranges that make Japanese maples the crowning glory of the garden. Our Japanese Maple fertilizer contains premium organic ingredients like bat guano, cottonseed meal, feather meal and humic acid, a naturally occurring organic material that is formed when organic matter decomposes. Humic acid helps with seed germination and may increase the uptake of important micronutrients. Best of all, FoxFarm adds 20 species of beneficial microbes to help convert fertilizers into vital plant food and fight off disease. It’s granulated and easy to use, and it provides gentle, slow-release feedings all season long. All of our Happy Frog® organic fertilizers are specially formulated to replenish the soil, lift the human spirit, and beautify the Earth, naturally. Bring your plants to life! Garden tip: Use 1/2 cup for every two feet of plant height, and feed monthly throughout the growing season. Because Japanese maples have shallow root systems, mulch regularly with Happy Frog® Soil Conditioner and keep soil damp.

The Ancient Art Of Origami Kit $12.17 If you’ve always wanted to learn this fascinating Japanese art form, here’s a kit that will provide you with the materials and instructions you need. Origami is fun for children and adults. It helps children learn fine motorskills and develop eye-hand coordination. The kit includes 68 sheets of paper — a selection of origami favorites that includes colors, oriental patterns, double sided papers, and foils — in three different sizes. In addition, there’s a booklet that leads you step-by-step through the construction of 23 remarkable paper toys and animals. It makes a great gift.

Premium Japanese Cert. Organic Green Tea 16 tea bags: C $5.16 Made from the first tea leaf of the harvest season. After picking, the leaves are briefly steamed to hold their delicate flavor, rich green color, and healthful polyphenols. Choice Organic Teas premium-original line offers a complete selection of superior tasting teas with an environmental conscience. Working closely with international growers, we select only the finest tasting certified organic ingredients to create teas and infusions known for their outstanding character and clarity of flavor. Each tea bag is made from entirely unbleached natural fibers and individually wrapped in a paper envelope.

Lineco Stab Binding Kits $18.8 Learn the traditional style of Eastern book binding based on four-hole stitching. Kit 1 and Kit 2 include everything you need to make three 4" × 6" (10 cm × 15 cm) soft-covered , sewn books with folded fore edge pages. Archival materials include linen and decorative thread, a binding needle and Japanese yuzen paper. The kits feature different paper patterns, shown at right.

Dropping in on Impressionists $29.95 Join Puffer the puffin in a delightful jaunt into 19th century France, the birthplace of Impressionism. Learn how Claude Monet, Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Edouard Manet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Camille Pissarro came to create an entirely new kind of art. The 18-minute video contains animated biographical sequences combined with details and full-screen images of masterworks including "The Dance Class," "The Races at Longchamp," "Luncheon of the Boating Party," "The Japanese Footbridge," and more.

Lygodium Spores (Lygodium japonicum; Japanese fern; Hai Jin Sha) Granules 100 grams (3.5 oz): V (Special Order) $31.05 Primary action: Clear Heat Toxins Temperature: cold Taste: sweet Entering Channel: UB, SI Actions: Clears Heat and promotes urination; especially useful when stones or blood is present in urine. Clears Heat and detoxifies Fire Poison; especially useful for mumps and other conditions with swollen throat. Indications: strangury, drum distension, edema Japanese climbing fern is native from India, east through southeastern Asia and China to Japan and Korea, and south to eastern Australia Very common throughout the Philippines at low and medium altitudes. Decoction of 25 – 30 g of dried material for urinary tract infections, lithiasis, renal edema, cough-fever, reddish urine, enteritis-dysentery.

Japanese Special / Snowfall Sprouts Green Tea 1 lb: V (Special Order) $28.64 This is loose green tea, not bagged. One pound is the equivalent of approximately 200 tea bags. The phrase ‘Black Tea’ is used as a generic name for all Camelia sinensis teas. The major Black Tea types, from the traditional black tea evergeen (Camellia sinensis), classified according to processing method, include: fermented, or black, tea, producing an amber-coloured, full-flavoured beverage without bitterness; semi-fermented, or oolong, producing a slightly bitter, light brownish-green liquid; and unfermented, or green, tea, resulting in a mild, slightly bitter, pale greenish-yellow beverage. Green tea should be steeped in very hot, but not boiling, water. Boiling water will scorch the delicate flavor, rendering it bitter. Green tea comes mainly from China, Japan, Taiwan and, to a lesser degree, India. The critical difference between green and black tea is that green tea leaves are not allowed to ferment. Green tea is, instead, steamed, rolled and fired. Green tea is the natural dried leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. Black tea is oxidized green tea. Green tea is not graded similar to black tea but classified according to age, style of the leaf and manufacture, e.g., Gunpowder, Pan-fired, Young Hysson, Bancha, etc. Since green tea, unlike black and oolong tea, is not fermented, the active constituents remain unaltered in the herb. Green tea is bioflavonoid-rich, proven useful for fighting free radical damage in the human body. It has a high content of polyphenols, which are a class of bioflavonoids. Green tea’s best studied polyphenol is Epigallocatechin Gallate. Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), protects against digestive and respiratory infections. A solution of 1 mcg per ml of EGCG heavily inhibited influenza virus in vitro. Green tea is beneficial in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease as it exerts antioxidant activity, lowers cholesterol and reduces platelet aggregation (stickiness). Green tea extract is very good for the arteries and heart. Additional studies have demonstrated enhanced liver function and immune system function secondary to these polyphenols. Tea contains only four calories per cup when consumed without added ingredients but is a source of several B-complex vitamins, including B2 and nicotinic acid. Caffeine is responsible for tea’s stimulating effect. Flavour is produced by volatile oils, and astringency and colour by tannin. Teas are classified according to region of origin, as in China, Ceylon, Japanese, Indonesian, and African tea, or by smaller district, as in Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgris from India, Uva and Dimbula from Sri Lanka, Keemun from Chi-men in China’s Anhwei Province, and Enshu from Japan. Teas are also classified by the size of the processed leaf. Traditional operations result in larger leafy grades and smaller broken grades. The leafy grades are flowery pekoe (FP), orange pekoe (OP), pekoe (P), pekoe souchong (PS), and souchong (S). BOP=B

Calamus Rhizome (Acorus gramineus; Japanese Sweet Flag; Shi Chang Pu) Granules 100 grams (3.5 oz): V (Special Order) $17.07 Functions: Open orifices Expel phlegm and turbidity Replenish intelligence Calm spirit Indication: Epilepsy, wind diseases, coma due to accumulation of phlegm, amnesia, excessive dreaming, Bi obstruction, arthralgia due to wind-cold-damp, obstruction of qi and dampness in middle jiao, abdominal pain, deafness, diarrhea. Traditionally used as a smoke, or brewed into a tea, decoction, extract, tincture. http://www.paghat.com/dwarfsweetflag.html ”Some of its uses for Japanese Sweetflag are merely mystical, as for example when Thai Buddhist herbalists recommend it for ”awareness blockage” to assist the mind in achieving nirvana. This is almost certainly related to the fact that the extracts in concentration can be hallucinogenic…. Extract of A. gramineus has many additional claims made for it, including the Chinese belief that it heightens sexual desire. Although its use as a sex-drug is dubious to a high degree, it does produce chemical compounds that are antiseptic, analgesic, & known to be nervous system stimulants, & like stronger hallucinogens can temporarily alter perception…. One of the more intriguing uses of Japanese Sweetflag is for the manufacture of a Korean alcoholic beverage called Liquor of the Immortals, having effects similar to those of absinthe.” The whole plant is anodyne, antiperiodic, antispasmodic, digestive, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge. It is used internally in the treatment of digestive problems, depression and epilepsy. It is also powdered and applied to bleeding gums. The root contains asarone. This substance increases the hypnotic effect of barbiturates and ethanol, lowers blood pressure and is antibacterial against Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci and mycobacterium.

The Ancient Art of Origami Kit origami kit $12.74 Learn the art of Japanese paper folding Start with a golden treasure box, bright red sailboat, and paper piano. Then accept the challenge of a classic crane and beautiful blooming iris.Choose from 68 sheets of colorful paper including fanciful foils and playful patterns, then follow fold-by-fold instructions that take you through each project.Kit contents:40 sheets of colorful paper in three sizesEight sheets of patterned paperTen sheets of fancy foil paperTen sheets of double-sided colorful paper23 pg. illustrated step-by-step instruction book

The Sumi-E Book The Sumi-E Book $17.99 Learn to master the four basic brushstrokes of Japanese ink painting and create beautiful brush paintings of your own Sumi-e is the classic painting style of Japan, and its graceful simplicity has been admired all over the world. This book is an ideal introduction to sumi-e, suitable for children 10 and up as well as adult beginners. Each new brushstroke is explained step by step, with easy-to-follow instructions. Sumi-e strokes build on one another, so that after learning just a few strokes, you will be able to paint a variety of elegant trees, flowers and animals. Paperback, 128 pages, 110 black and white illustrations. ISBN:82305022. WATSON-GUPTILL

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Calamus Rhizome (Acorus gramineus; Japanese Sweet Flag; Shi Chang Pu) Whole: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $21.7 Traditionally used as a smoke, or brewed into a tea, decoction, extract, tincture. http://www.paghat.com/dwarfsweetflag.html ”Some of its uses for Japanese Sweetflag are merely mystical, as for example when Thai Buddhist herbalists recommend it for ”awareness blockage” to assist the mind in achieving nirvana. This is almost certainly related to the fact that the extracts in concentration can be hallucinogenic…. Extract of A. gramineus has many additional claims made for it, including the Chinese belief that it heightens sexual desire. Although its use as a sex-drug is dubious to a high degree, it does produce chemical compounds that are antiseptic, analgesic, & known to be nervous system stimulants, & like stronger hallucinogens can temporarily alter perception…. One of the more intriguing uses of Japanese Sweetflag is for the manufacture of a Korean alcoholic beverage called Liquor of the Immortals, having effects similar to those of absinthe.” The whole plant is anodyne, antiperiodic, antispasmodic, digestive, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge. It is used internally in the treatment of digestive problems, depression and epilepsy. It is also powdered and applied to bleeding gums. The root contains asarone. This substance increases the hypnotic effect of barbiturates and ethanol, lowers blood pressure and is antibacterial against Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci and mycobacterium. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs

Calamus Rhizome (Acorus gramineus; Japanese Sweet Flag; Shi Chang Pu) Powdered: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $23.9 Traditionally used as a smoke, or brewed into a tea, decoction, extract, tincture. http://www.paghat.com/dwarfsweetflag.html ”Some of its uses for Japanese Sweetflag are merely mystical, as for example when Thai Buddhist herbalists recommend it for ”awareness blockage” to assist the mind in achieving nirvana. This is almost certainly related to the fact that the extracts in concentration can be hallucinogenic…. Extract of A. gramineus has many additional claims made for it, including the Chinese belief that it heightens sexual desire. Although its use as a sex-drug is dubious to a high degree, it does produce chemical compounds that are antiseptic, analgesic, & known to be nervous system stimulants, & like stronger hallucinogens can temporarily alter perception…. One of the more intriguing uses of Japanese Sweetflag is for the manufacture of a Korean alcoholic beverage called Liquor of the Immortals, having effects similar to those of absinthe.” The whole plant is anodyne, antiperiodic, antispasmodic, digestive, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge. It is used internally in the treatment of digestive problems, depression and epilepsy. It is also powdered and applied to bleeding gums. The root contains asarone. This substance increases the hypnotic effect of barbiturates and ethanol, lowers blood pressure and is antibacterial against Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci and mycobacterium. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs

Calamus Rhizome (Acorus gramineus; Japanese Sweet Flag; Shi Chang Pu) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $31.4 Traditionally used as a smoke, or brewed into a tea, decoction, extract, tincture. http://www.paghat.com/dwarfsweetflag.html ”Some of its uses for Japanese Sweetflag are merely mystical, as for example when Thai Buddhist herbalists recommend it for ”awareness blockage” to assist the mind in achieving nirvana. This is almost certainly related to the fact that the extracts in concentration can be hallucinogenic…. Extract of A. gramineus has many additional claims made for it, including the Chinese belief that it heightens sexual desire. Although its use as a sex-drug is dubious to a high degree, it does produce chemical compounds that are antiseptic, analgesic, & known to be nervous system stimulants, & like stronger hallucinogens can temporarily alter perception…. One of the more intriguing uses of Japanese Sweetflag is for the manufacture of a Korean alcoholic beverage called Liquor of the Immortals, having effects similar to those of absinthe.” The whole plant is anodyne, antiperiodic, antispasmodic, digestive, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge. It is used internally in the treatment of digestive problems, depression and epilepsy. It is also powdered and applied to bleeding gums. The root contains asarone. This substance increases the hypnotic effect of barbiturates and ethanol, lowers blood pressure and is antibacterial against Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci and mycobacterium. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that

Lygodium Spores (Lygodium japonicum; Japanese fern; Hai Jin Sha) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $36 Japanese climbing fern is native from India, east through southeastern Asia and China to Japan and Korea, and south to eastern Australia Very common throughout the Philippines at low and medium altitudes. Decoction of 25 – 30 g of dried material for urinary tract infections, lithiasis, renal edema, cough-fever, reddish urine, enteritis-dysentery. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Lygodium Spores (Lygodium japonicum; Japanese fern; Hai Jin Sha) Whole: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $84.65 Japanese climbing fern is native from India, east through southeastern Asia and China to Japan and Korea, and south to eastern Australia Very common throughout the Philippines at low and medium altitudes. Decoction of 25 – 30 g of dried material for urinary tract infections, lithiasis, renal edema, cough-fever, reddish urine, enteritis-dysentery. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Thistle (Cirsium japonicum; Small Thistle; Da Xiao Ji) Powdered: 1 lb: V (Special Order) $9.99 The roots are anti-inflammatory, diuretic and haemostatic. A decoction of the dried roots is used in the treatment of boils and carbuncles, acute appendicitis, uterine bleeding, haematuria, nose bleeds, haematemesis and traumatic bleeding. The leaf is haemostatic and diuretic. The stem is haemostatic.

Persimmon Leaf (Diospyros kaki; Japanese Persimmon; Shi Ye) Cut & Sifted: 1 lb: V (Special Order) $16.38 No Description available

Foojoy Japanese Green Tea (Lu Cha) 100 teabags (7 oz / 200 gram): V (Special Order) $14.96 Foojoy is a famous Chinese gourmet brand of individually wrapped tea bags. Green tea should be steeped in very hot, but not boiling, water. Boiling water will scorch the delicate flavor, rendering it bitter. Green tea comes mainly from China, Japan, Taiwan and, to a lesser degree, India. The critical difference between green and black tea is that green tea leaves are not allowed to ferment. Green tea is, instead, steamed, rolled and fired. Green tea is the natural dried leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. Black tea is oxidized green tea. The phrase ‘Black Tea’ is also used as a generic name for all Camelia sinensis teas. The major Black Tea types, from the traditional black tea evergeen (Camellia sinensis), classified according to processing method, include: fermented, or black, tea, producing an amber-coloured, full-flavoured beverage without bitterness; semi-fermented, or oolong, producing a slightly bitter, light brownish-green liquid; and unfermented, or green, tea, resulting in a mild, slightly bitter, pale greenish-yellow beverage. Tea contains only four calories per cup when consumed without added ingredients but is a source of several B-complex vitamins, including B2 and nicotinic acid. Caffeine is responsible for tea’s stimulating effect. Flavor is produced by volatile oils, and astringency and color by tannin. Black teas are classified by geographical origin and the size of the processed leaf. Traditional operations result in larger leafy grades and smaller broken grades. The leafy grades are flowery pekoe (FP), orange pekoe (OP), pekoe (P), pekoe souchong (PS), and souchong (S). BOP=Broken Orange pekoe; FOP=Flowery Orange Pekoe; TGFOP-Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe; FTGFOP=Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe. Green tea is not graded similar to black tea but classified according to age, style of the leaf and manufacture, e.g., Gunpowder, Pan-fired, Young Hysson, Bancha, etc. Since green tea, unlike black and oolong tea, is not fermented, the active constituents remain unaltered in the herb. Green tea is bioflavonoid-rich, proven useful for fighting free radical damage in the human body. It has a high content of polyphenols, which are a class of bioflavonoids. Green tea’s best studied polyphenol is Epigallocatechin Gallate. Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), protects against digestive and respiratory infections. A solution of 1 mcg per ml of EGCG heavily inhibited influenza virus in vitro. Green tea is beneficial in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease as it exerts antioxidant activity, lowers cholesterol and reduces platelet aggregation (stickiness). Green tea extract is very good for the arteries and heart. Additional studies have demonstrated enhanced liver function and immune system function secondary to these polyphenols. EGCG helps block the cancer-promoting actions of carcinogens, ultraviolet light, and metastasis from an original site in the skin, stomach, smal

Persimmon Fruit, Frosted (Diospyros kaki; Japanese Persimmon; Shi Shuang Bing) Whole: 1 lb: V (Special Order) $19.82 The fruit is eaten raw or cooked. The fruit has an exquisitely rich flavour when it is very soft and fully ripe, but the fruit of many cultivars is very harsh and astringent before then. The peel of the fruit can be powdered and used as a sweetener. The leaves are used to improve the flavour of pickled radishes. The roasted seeds are a coffee substitute. The stem bark is astringent and styptic. The fruit is said to have different properties depending on its stage of ripeness, though it is generally antitussive, astringent, laxative, nutritive and stomachic. The fresh fully ripe fruit is used raw in the treatment of constipation and haemorrhoids and when cooked is used to treat diarrhoea. The dried ripe fruit is used in the treatment of bronchial complaints, whilst when ground into a powder it is used to treat dry coughs. Juice from the unripe fruit is used in the treatment of hypertension. The fruits, picked green and ripened in containers with the leaves, become very sweet and are considered to be antifebrile, antivinous and demulcent. The fruits are also peeled and then exposed to sunlight by day and dew by night. They become encrusted with a white powder and are then considered to be anthelmintic, antihaemorrhagic, antivinous, expectorant, febrifuge and restorative. The peduncle is used to treat coughs and hiccups. The calyx is used to treat hiccups.

Torreya Nut (Torreya grandis; Japanese Nutmeg; Fei Zi) Powdered: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $16.55 The roasted seed is eaten. An edible oil is obtained from the seed. The flowers are anthelmintic and carminative. The seed is anthelmintic, antitussive, laxative and peptic. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Torreya Nut (Torreya grandis; Japanese Nutmeg; Fei Zi) Whole: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $11.25 The roasted seed is eaten. An edible oil is obtained from the seed. The flowers are anthelmintic and carminative. The seed is anthelmintic, antitussive, laxative and peptic. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Raisin Tree Seed (Hovenia dulcis; Zhi Ju Zi) 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $29.25 The fruit can be dried when they have the sweet flavour and texture of raisins and can be used similarly.A sweet extract of the seed, boughs and young leaves is used as a substitute for honey. The seed contains 15% protein and 7.8% fat. The fruit is antispasmodic, febrifuge, laxative and diuretic. The seeds are diuretic and are used in the treatment of alcohol overdose. The seeds are used to relieve intoxication due to wine. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free.Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place.The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval.Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes.The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Massive Manga: The Complete Reference to Drawing Manga $19.95 Manga — the hugely popular Japanese comics — are growing in renown all over the world. This complete reference guide makes it easy for people of all abilities to learn how to draw in this exciting and distinctive style. All-encompassing and lavishly illustrated, Massive Manga provides everything you need to know to either get started in manga or to build on what you have already learned. Through numerous step-by-step illustrations, Yishan Li provides clear instruction for drawing, inking, and coloring manga characters, including focused studies of hair, eyes, clothing, accessories, and more. To provide even more inspiration and ideas, the book includes a gallery of finished artworks by successful manga artists. Author — Yishan Li. Paperback. 288 pages. 6¼" × 8¼" (16 cm × 21 cm) .

Pyrrosia Leaf (Pyrrosia Lingua; Japanese Felt Fern; Shi Wei) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $18 This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Pyrrosia Leaf (Pyrrosia Lingua; Japanese Felt Fern; Shi Wei) Whole: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $11.25 This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Thistle (Cirsium japonicum; Small Thistle; Da Xiao Ji) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $18 The roots are anti-inflammatory, diuretic and haemostatic. A decoction of the dried roots is used in the treatment of boils and carbuncles, acute appendicitis, uterine bleeding, haematuria, nose bleeds, haematemesis and traumatic bleeding. The leaf is haemostatic and diuretic. The stem is haemostatic. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Thistle (Cirsium japonicum; Small Thistle; Da Xiao Ji) Whole: 250 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $8 The roots are anti-inflammatory, diuretic and haemostatic. A decoction of the dried roots is used in the treatment of boils and carbuncles, acute appendicitis, uterine bleeding, haematuria, nose bleeds, haematemesis and traumatic bleeding. The leaf is haemostatic and diuretic. The stem is haemostatic. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Persimmon Fruit, Frosted (Diospyros kaki; Japanese Persimmon; Shi Shuang Bing) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $18.1 The fruit is eaten raw or cooked. The fruit has an exquisitely rich flavour when it is very soft and fully ripe, but the fruit of many cultivars is very harsh and astringent before then. The peel of the fruit can be powdered and used as a sweetener. The leaves are used to improve the flavour of pickled radishes. The roasted seeds are a coffee substitute. The stem bark is astringent and styptic. The fruit is said to have different properties depending on its stage of ripeness, though it is generally antitussive, astringent, laxative, nutritive and stomachic. The fresh fully ripe fruit is used raw in the treatment of constipation and haemorrhoids and when cooked is used to treat diarrhoea. The dried ripe fruit is used in the treatment of bronchial complaints, whilst when ground into a powder it is used to treat dry coughs. Juice from the unripe fruit is used in the treatment of hypertension. The fruits, picked green and ripened in containers with the leaves, become very sweet and are considered to be antifebrile, antivinous and demulcent. The fruits are also peeled and then exposed to sunlight by day and dew by night. They become encrusted with a white powder and are then considered to be anthelmintic, antihaemorrhagic, antivinous, expectorant, febrifuge and restorative. The peduncle is used to treat coughs and hiccups. The calyx is used to treat hiccups. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Thos

Torreya Nut (Torreya grandis; Japanese Nutmeg; Fei Zi) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $19.8 The roasted seed is eaten. An edible oil is obtained from the seed. The flowers are anthelmintic and carminative. The seed is anthelmintic, antitussive, laxative and peptic. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Raisin Tree Seed (Hovenia dulcis; Zhi Ju Zi) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $29.25 The fruit can be dried when they have the sweet flavour and texture of raisins and can be used similarly.A sweet extract of the seed, boughs and young leaves is used as a substitute for honey. The seed contains 15% protein and 7.8% fat. The fruit is antispasmodic, febrifuge, laxative and diuretic. The seeds are diuretic and are used in the treatment of alcohol overdose. The seeds are used to relieve intoxication due to wine. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality.Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade.Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils.The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval.Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes.The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Thistle (Cirsium japonicum; Small Thistle; Da Xiao Ji) Granules 100 grams (3.5 oz): V (Special Order) $14.74 Functions: Cool blood Control bleeding Disperse stagnant blood Disperse swelling furuncles Indication: Heat abnormal bleeding, Xue Lin in TCM, hemoptysis, epistaxis, hematuria (blood in urine), functional bleedings, leukorrhea, hematochezia (blood in stool), deep-rooted furuncles, sores, swelling, carbuncles. The roots are anti-inflammatory, diuretic and haemostatic. A decoction of the dried roots is used in the treatment of boils and carbuncles, acute appendicitis, uterine bleeding, haematuria, nose bleeds, haematemesis and traumatic bleeding. The leaf is haemostatic and diuretic. The stem is haemostatic.

Kids Draw Manga Kids Draw Manga $10.39 The characters from manga-or Japanese comics-have begun to dominate the world of kids’ cartoons and comics. Now kids can learn to draw their own manga-style characters with Kids Draw Manga, the newest addition to the Kids Draw series. Young artists will find a complete introduction to the basics of manga style, from the well-known shiny eye to manga-style noses, mouths, and body types. Pages of step-by-step drawings offer a diverse range of cool manga characters with appeal to both boys and girls, including a basic manga girl and boy, a schoolgirl, a mysterious swordsman, a hero knight, a flying robot soldier, and a laser fighter. More elaborate manga characters, like a spaceship commander and a dark-magic sorceress, are offered for kids who are either older or have worked through the book and are ready for the next level. As in all Kids Draw books, each dazzling spread is easy to follow, fun to look at, and guaranteed to charm a new generation of artists Paperback book measures

Two Cranes Wedding Invitations $2.15 Clean, modern and simple with a Japanese twist. Paper cranes take the place of traditional love birds on these origami-inspired wedding invitations.

Book: Complete Idiot’s Guide to Eating Raw by Reinfeld, Rinaldi, Murray $16.95 Read Idiots Guide to Eating Raw to learn more about the raw food lifestyle.

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Japanese Indigo (Polygonum tinctorium, Persicaria tinctoria; Dyer’s Knotweed, Woad Leaf; Da Qing Ye) 5:1 Extract Powder 100 gm: V (Special Order) $18 A blue dye is obtained from the leaves of this plant. The leaves produce about 4 – 5% indigo. The stems and leaves increase the phagocytosis of white blood cells and decreases the permeability of the capillaries. The indigo pigment in the leaves is used in the treatment of freckles, pimples, erysipelas, mumps, thrush, epidemic protitis, infantile convulsions and high febrile conditions of children. The leaves and fruits are used in Korea to help protect the liver and to treat burns and food poisoning caused by eating fish. The fruits are antidote and febrifuge. The plant is anti-inflammatory. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet since it can aggravate their condition. This is a potent 5 to 1 powdered extract, meaning that one gram of extract is equal in potency to 5 grams of herb. This extract is packed in Plum Flower Brand’s nitrogen-flushed, safety-sealed dispenser bottle, a sample of which is pictured above. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. This is a pure herbal product with no additives. Extracted from sulfur-free and chlorine-free herbs for superior quality. Manufactured in a low-temperature water extraction process to preserve herb integrity. Extracted essential oils are replenished for proper potency. Strict quality control testing to ensure microbiological and heavy metal safety. Only powdered herb added to maintain purity (no artificial fillers such as lactose, cellulose or starch used). TLC (Thin-layer Chromatography) tested to guarantee product quality. Plum Flower takes great care to preserve delicate herbal oils, which are first evaporated using either a water or water-alcohol base in a process that never exceeds 100° centigrade. Sealed vacuum chargers precisely control the temperature, ensuring that none of the oils are lost. Cheaper, high-temperature methods are common industry practice, but these tend to burn off the vital oils. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Indigo (Polygonum tinctorium, Persicaria tinctoria; Dyer’s Knotweed, Woad Leaf; Da Qing Ye) Whole: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $11.15 A blue dye is obtained from the leaves of this plant. The leaves produce about 4 – 5% indigo. The stems and leaves increase the infection-fighting power (phagocytosis) of white blood cells and decreases the permeability of the capillaries. The indigo pigment in the leaves is used in the treatment of freckles, pimples, erysipelas, mumps, thrush, epidemic protitis, infantile convulsions and high febrile conditions of children. The leaves and fruits are used in Korea to help protect the liver and to treat burns and food poisoning caused by eating fish. The fruits are antidote and febrifuge. The plant is anti-inflammatory. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet since it can aggravate their condition. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Japanese Indigo (Polygonum tinctorium, Persicaria tinctoria; Dyer’s Knotweed, Woad Leaf; Da Qing Ye) Powdered: 500 gm (1.17 lb): V (Special Order) $15 A blue dye is obtained from the leaves of this plant. The leaves produce about 4 – 5% indigo. The stems and leaves increase the infection-fighting power (phagocytosis) of white blood cells and decreases the permeability of the capillaries. The indigo pigment in the leaves is used in the treatment of freckles, pimples, erysipelas, mumps, thrush, epidemic protitis, infantile convulsions and high febrile conditions of children. The leaves and fruits are used in Korea to help protect the liver and to treat burns and food poisoning caused by eating fish. The fruits are antidote and febrifuge. The plant is anti-inflammatory. People with a tendency to rheumatism, arthritis, gout, kidney stones or hyperacidity should take especial caution if including this plant in their diet since it can aggravate their condition. This is Plum Flower brand’s nitrogen-flushed vacuum pack. Plum Flower is one of the most distinguished herb houses in the world. Sulfur Free, Chlorine Free, Aluminum Phosphate Free. Sulfites are used to give herbs the appearance of freshness. As with dried fruit, unsulfured herbs look different than those that are adulterated with preservatives. Herbs that are preservative free are more natural looking and are generally darker. The brightness of the herbs may be appealing, but it indicates the presence of harmful additives. Despite their appearance, unsulfured herbs are more fresh and safer than regular commercially available products. The use of sulfur, chlorine and aluminum phosphate was made unnecessary through the establishment of Plum Flower processing stations in China. Herb harvesters slice and process the herbs fresh, avoiding the need to rehydrate dried herbs later to process. This first step is crucial, as rehydration leads to decomposition and thus the need for preservatives. The herbs are then packed and the packages vacuum-packed, injected with nitrogen, and sealed. The nitrogen process combined with the lack of sulfur treatment inhibits the growth of anaerobic organisms, resulting in safer, higher quality herbs. After opening, store in a cool dry place. The facilities in Lanzhou and Guang Zhou, China, scientifically test each batch of herbs before, during and after the processing to make sure that all the active ingredients are present. Herbs are also tested to ensure that the formulas surpass all FDA guidelines regarding heavy metals. Those herbs exported to the U.S. are voluntarily submitted to the FDA for approval. Finally, batches are regularly sent out for quality control testing in third-party labs to double-ensure that Plum Flower products are 100% free of pharmaceuticals, preservatives and dyes. The Lanzhou and Guang Zhou factories are so clean, they are certified by the Australian Government’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (GMP). These standards surpass any of the FDA, and are considered the highest for any government agency in the world.

Manga Mania: Shonen $13.57 Manga devotees, especially fanboys, will welcome the latest installment in Christopher Hart’s bestselling series. Shonen manga stories feature male protagonists in action-packed, often humorous plots. Boys in particular devour the genre’s most popular works, including Naruto , Dragon Ball , Bleach , and Death Note . With Hart’s help, manga artists can feed their passion further and learn how to draw all the essential shonen characters: teen heroes, violent samurai, girl ninjas, hideous monsters, masked warlords, tomboy fighter girls, giant battling robot-buddies, evil martial arts masters, and more. Step-by-step demonstrations break down the drawings so that artists of any level can follow along. Filled with top-notch art instruction, tons of visual tips, and more than 350 drawings in the authentic Japanese style, Manga Mania : Shonen is the essential resource for all manga maniacs. Author — Christopher Hart. Hardcover. 148 pages. 9" × 10" (23 cm × 25 cm) .

SDF Golf System -The Helicopter $29.95 SDF System – The Helicopter SDF stands for Straight, Draw, Fade. It is a simple concept that has proven to be very effective. Just line up the red blades to the target line in all positions and follow the easy to understand steps and you will hit the ball straight…it’s that simple! Watch the SDF Video Benefits Improve Your Score Learn the easy way to hit the ball straight. You don’t have to change your swing, just learn how to work properly with your hands and you will get straight shots every time. The SDF blades will show the correct position of the hands in each of the 7 positions of your swing. The SDF can be used in or outdoors, and it doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an experienced golfer; right or left handed. To begin your training, read the book carefully and then make the motions in a relaxed and very slow manner. Try to feel the position of your body and your club. Through practice you will create muscle memory. You don’t need to think; just look at the blades in each position and repeat the motion. Use it with all your clubs You can carry your SDF in your golf bag anywhere and use it on any of your clubs. For instance, place your SDF on your putter to train and increase your accuracy in putting. Fold the red blades and use it with your put to help you aim. This will improve your score significantly! You can also use it with your irons as well as the woods. Practice your short game or your drive, whatever you need most! Use it with other Training Aids If you already own other training aids, the SDF will help you take the most out of them. Place your SDF on your Medicus? club to watch and understand what is happening in every step of your swing. Your SDF is also compatible with many other golf training aids like: The Swing Glove? The Putting Arc? Inside approach?  Momentus Wedge ? What’s Included An easy to follow instruction book with a complete golf lesson included Spanish, Japanese and German versions to come shortly A training aid that can be used on any of your clubs we recommend the driver Testimonials Simplicity is often the key to success. I really love to give the SDF to my students and watch the immediate results. I have been using the SDF with my students now for eighteen months and I am so proud and satisfied with the results. The SDF allows me to replace thousands of words used in my lessons with simple demonst

Shark v5 $1295 Shark supports an integrated collection of 2D, 3D, surface, and solid modeling tools. Choose from a variety of solutions such as hybrid surface modeling, feature based solid modeling, direct face editing, or a combination of these tools for the design task at hand. Quickly explore ?What if? scenarios with Shark’s intelligent design features. All modeling operations remember how they were constructed through a feature tree and geometric associativity. With Shark, precision 2D drawings are only a mouse click away using our innovative model to sheet tools. Use dimension tools to call out key lengths, angles, and other annotations. Add more drawing information with tools for adding detail, section, and auxiliary views. Shark supports over 20 translators, including AutoCAD DXF/DWG, Adobe Illustrator, SketchUp, STEP, IGES, and SAT file formats. Read native CATIA v4 and PRO/E Wildfire parts and assemblies using our direct translator solutions.

Shark $1295 Shark supports an integrated collection of 2D, 3D, surface, and solid modeling tools. Choose from a variety of solutions such as hybrid surface modeling, feature based solid modeling, direct face editing, or a combination of these tools for the design task at hand. Quickly explore ?What if? scenarios with Shark’s intelligent design features. All modeling operations remember how they were constructed through a feature tree and geometric associativity. With Shark, precision 2D drawings are only a mouse click away using our innovative model to sheet tools. Use dimension tools to call out key lengths, angles, and other annotations. Add more drawing information with tools for adding detail, section, and auxiliary views. Shark supports over 20 translators, including AutoCAD DXF/DWG, Adobe Illustrator, SketchUp, STEP, IGES, and SAT file formats. Read native CATIA v4 and PRO/E Wildfire parts and assemblies using our direct translator solutions.

Book: The Live Food Factor by Susan Schenk $29.99 Read The Live Food Factor by Susan Schenck to learn more about the raw food movement and successfully begin your new lifestyle.

Clip On Golf Bag Watch $19.99 Japanese madeSilver finish with black leather strapTime accurancy with Quartz movementPresented in a tin gift box

Mangosteen Green Tea with Matcha 18 tea bags: K $3.23 A fragrant tea that blends naturally sweet and slightly citrus mangosteen with juicy pear flavor.With Matcha fine Japanese green tea.

9" Lettered Poly Spots $108.04 LEARN THE ALPHABET (A-Z) AND HAVE FUN!Designate activity stations, starting points or teams with these poly spots. Students will learn the alphabet and have fun at the same time.

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