Shigeru Minami
Shigeru Minami⚡️🇯🇵

Bitcoin Handmade Goods Artist from Japan

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2026-05-07 13:45:36 CEST

I’m currently working on a prototype plush that is not Satoshi. It’s not for sale, but a plush that will be sent to a certain place.
It’s gradually starting to come close to the image I have in mind 🧵
https://image.nostr.build/732583a62b8f248a5342d430ee6f9c3b39aab99e0ca51af17daa723687f0a02b.jpg

2026-05-04 12:46:58 CEST

This is a photo of my breakfast—it's pretty much the same every day.
I think it's quite rare even in Japan to make natto, onsen eggs, and shio-koji at home.
Especially our homemade natto—the beans are larger than store-bought ones, so it’s more satisfying and really delicious 🫘
By the way, in Japan this time of year is called Golden Week, a series of holidays. This year, the break is from May 2 to May 6.
I’m planning to take it easy until tomorrow 😴
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2026-05-03 23:26:27 CEST

2026-05-02 14:12:29 CEST

Today I made a Japanese-style seafood curry.
It had squid, shrimp, and clams, and the aroma of the dashi was wonderful—it was delicious 🍛
https://image.nostr.build/96062aec748ce18f5a10d343805f07c6dd919c97fed8a0a7c347ee2791714436.jpg

2026-05-01 22:35:37 CEST

2026-04-30 23:39:36 CEST

2026-04-30 13:37:08 CEST

I created Satoshi plushies in collaboration with Yes Bitcoin Haiti 🇭🇹 🇯🇵
They are working on grassroots Bitcoin education and building a circular economy in Haiti.
They have also been selected as a grantee of the Bitcoin Development Fund by the Human Rights Foundation (HRF).
In Haiti, the influence of armed groups has been expanding against a backdrop of political instability and poverty, having a serious impact on society as a whole.
In 2010, a devastating earthquake struck Haiti, killing more than 200,000 people. Since then, recovery has remained incomplete, and with the 2021 presidential assassination and another major earthquake, the country continues to face severe conditions today.
In Haiti, many people do not have access to reliable banking, and remittance outlets often run out of cash.
Even when money arrives digitally, road blockades by armed groups disrupt cash transport and banking operations, making it difficult for people to actually withdraw their funds.
Many people in Haiti rely on remittances from family members living abroad, but high fees and difficulties in receiving funds remain major challenges.
Additionally, after the 2010 earthquake, concerns were raised about the transparency of how international aid was used, leaving ongoing questions about whether support reliably reaches those in need.
In this context, Bitcoin—allowing peer-to-peer value transfer without intermediaries—is gaining attention as a new option.
Its ability to enable sending and receiving funds without relying on governments or banks could be highly meaningful in such challenging environments.
@npub1gzl…e7yf
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2026-04-29 13:36:56 CEST

I fell behind on my work today, so the fifth Satoshi will be finished tomorrow.
It looks like the Satoshis can’t wait to all be together 🎭
https://image.nostr.build/5bc0fba37ecd00c1e28dae97a1800725c08d240aeb90ebf36a1dd20a18728c69.jpg

2026-04-25 22:46:19 CEST

2026-04-22 13:52:45 CEST

Starting tomorrow, I’ll begin making a new Local Satoshi!
Today I was prototyping a new outfit for the Satoshi, and I’m really excited to start making it tomorrow!
https://image.nostr.build/d27c6b13192cbd7cbc9efa1aa304b9d716e310e3258f4aad61fac3a212034759.jpg

2026-04-21 22:21:59 CEST

2026-04-16 22:20:33 CEST

2026-04-13 22:21:59 CEST

2026-04-10 13:10:06 CEST

🌊 Local Satoshi (Saturday Block version) 🌊
Saturday Block is building Bitcoin culture in Korea through meetups, goods, and education.
Inspired by their rabbit and Genesis Block–themed items, Satoshi wears a Genesis Block robe.
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2026-04-03 23:25:54 CEST

2026-04-03 13:32:25 CEST

Today I prepared the fabric for two SATB versions of Satoshi.
All five should be completed next week, and I’m planning to send them to Korea ✈️
https://image.nostr.build/e5b4a50a25667786cd792538a4f06713842d95d3d7d7954406fd46515fe3a573.jpg

2026-04-02 22:21:36 CEST

2026-04-02 14:14:53 CEST

The third SATB version of Satoshi is complete!
Magnets are built into the Satoshi plush’s hands and mini cushion, so it can spread its arms or HODL a Bitcoin.
The mask is also removable 🎭
https://image.nostr.build/69f4e488d1921f1bf5ebb9e3748c9bf0b74c5adeb7a2615216be3fe07257e63c.jpg

2026-04-01 22:22:04 CEST

2026-04-01 13:00:22 CEST

I’m currently working on the third SATB version of Satoshi.
His robe features the Genesis Block, and his shirt and pants are designed with the well-known The Times headline.
https://image.nostr.build/9574d407d6c2b96f51f6c0d304f8ff18c8e255574d092619a7ab191a44a7540a.jpg

2026-03-31 22:20:44 CEST

2026-03-31 13:32:18 CEST

SATB Version Satoshi – second one complete!
The Genesis Block robe with rabbit ears suits Satoshi perfectly 🐇
https://image.nostr.build/fcdd262ae76200e37e78dddaea000f74ad4d111647f186ee7161fbbe56914766.jpg

2026-03-30 22:21:57 CEST

2026-03-30 13:48:06 CEST

Today I worked on making the SATB version of Satoshi while also doing other tasks in parallel.
I’ll make the Genesis Block robe for Satoshi tomorrow!
https://image.nostr.build/93b98b77cc61a367cccf32bfa68ae11a3e62d43bd5f51cb2bff459655517b001.jpg

2026-03-29 23:29:19 CEST

2026-03-29 13:51:23 CEST

Daikon radish was cheap today, so I made chicken mizore-ni (chicken simmered with grated daikon).
I enjoy daikon in many ways—simmered, grilled, or grated. Recently, I’ve also been into making quick kimchi-style pickled daikon using a ready-made seasoning.
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2026-03-28 22:41:56 CET

2026-03-28 13:53:58 CET

On weekends, I prepare shio koji and soy sauce koji using rice koji. They’re fermented seasonings that take about a week to be ready.
They have a mild natural sweetness, and I use them in all kinds of dishes like stir-fries, soups, and even to season natto 🌾
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2026-03-27 22:31:07 CET

2026-03-27 13:09:57 CET

I made a Satoshi plush in collaboration with Saturday Block!
Inspired by their mysterious rabbit-themed items and designs based on the Genesis Block, I dressed Satoshi in a Genesis Block robe 🐇🌙
https://image.nostr.build/de73d51a3a90d1b1189919cdeb40ef64d46860c5a8a7fdbb95157f247e32c2ff.jpg

2026-03-26 22:01:08 CET

2026-03-26 13:46:04 CET

I’m currently working on a new version of the Satoshi plush.
I adjusted the fabric size a bit, and I’ll continue working on it tomorrow!
https://image.nostr.build/1e8f7215d7be6c6945ab69ec646037ca87cdcae0ec767bb8f2ebaa14976b5f5a.jpg

2026-03-25 21:22:11 CET

2026-03-25 11:57:18 CET

Starting tomorrow, I’ll begin making a new version of the Satoshi plush!
Today I prepared the fabric. I’m a little nervous about how it will turn out😊
https://image.nostr.build/9fe410e34a5035ec88615c0c886fb7165939106e972d977fd541e2797c9f51ea.jpg

2026-03-24 21:21:01 CET

2026-03-24 13:41:25 CET

Three Satoshis are finished!
They’re scheduled to set off on a journey to a certain place in April.
Hang in there just a little longer, Satoshis 🌎
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2026-03-23 21:22:47 CET

2026-03-23 13:33:35 CET

I made another Satoshi today. I’ll keep this pace and make one more tomorrow.
After I finish making the Satoshis with the black coats, I plan to create a new version of Satoshi 🎭
https://image.nostr.build/d70b5882153f33b8408116a29545ae43f21be21a043e86f7c00e80ab6872df6d.jpg

2026-03-22 21:21:20 CET

2026-03-22 12:30:28 CET

I made nikujaga (a Japanese home-style dish of simmered meat and potatoes) today.
You don’t see nikujaga very often at restaurants, but it’s a very common home-cooked dish in Japan. I love it too 🥔
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2026-03-21 22:31:19 CET

2026-03-21 12:37:06 CET

Today I grilled some mackerel and ate it.
I really felt like eating potatoes, so I made potato salad. In Japan, people often add cucumbers and carrots, but I prefer a simple version with just eggs and potatoes 🥔🥚
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2026-03-20 23:06:45 CET

2026-03-20 12:50:50 CET

I’ll continue making the remaining three Satoshis.
Today I finished the first one. I’ll work on the rest again next week!
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2026-03-19 21:21:32 CET

2026-03-19 11:48:03 CET

Today is the day the Satoshis begin their journey.
They’re about to board a flight to Korea and head to the Promenade café.
Have a great trip, Satoshis! 🌎✈️
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2026-03-18 21:18:34 CET

2026-03-18 12:27:50 CET

Today I made another Satoshi plushie.
Now that there are five of them, I’ll ship them to Promenade tomorrow! 🌎🇰🇷
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2026-03-17 21:23:39 CET

2026-03-17 12:30:04 CET

Today I made one Satoshi plushie.
At this pace, I’ll make another one tomorrow! 🎭
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2026-03-16 21:22:38 CET

2026-03-16 12:31:50 CET

Satoshi at Promenade has sold out, so I’m preparing new Satoshis.
In addition to the three Satoshis I made in February, I’ll be making two more.
They seem excited about going to Korea!
https://image.nostr.build/d38ffe04c1d87aa415c80d6efd3e3e6d68aa71ae061b63f08ab07a84aa0da4ff.jpg

2026-03-15 12:50:00 CET

Today I made oyakodon.
Oyakodon is a Japanese chicken and egg rice bowl. The chicken is simmered in soy sauce, sake, dashi, and other seasonings, then cooked with eggs and served over rice.
By the way, “oyako” means “parent and child” 🐔🥚
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2026-03-14 22:44:51 CET

2026-03-14 12:30:28 CET

Today I made a tuna and bonito zuke-don (marinated fish rice bowl).
It’s simple to make and very delicious 🐟
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2026-03-13 22:32:54 CET

2026-03-13 13:17:43 CET

I’ve finished making two plushies that aren’t Satoshi!
For now, I’ll keep their faces hidden 😊
Next week, I’m planning to go back to making Satoshi again! 🎭
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2026-03-12 21:21:15 CET

2026-03-12 13:45:41 CET

I’m currently making a plushie that isn’t Satoshi for a certain purpose.
I really enjoy this process of watching it slowly come together 🧵
I’m excited and can’t wait to finish it, but I’ll continue tomorrow.
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2026-03-11 21:21:09 CET

2026-03-11 14:49:39 CET

This week, I’m making a plushie based on a certain person, not Satoshi.
As a hobby, I also make plushies with facial expressions and hair, so I’m doing my best to make use of that experience🧵
https://image.nostr.build/9d057123f4dd09123c4206bfab6bb1baa54631d99c758851bd307cd4ca3edc6e.jpg

2026-03-10 21:22:00 CET

2026-03-10 14:17:01 CET

Today I made a drawstring bag for a certain purpose.
I really like The Great Wave by Katsushika Hokusai🌊
By the way, there are several reasons why I named my goods brand “Making Waves,” and one of them was inspired by this very Japanese artwork.
https://image.nostr.build/b9862307837089cc53fc6e045bb5c726c9e8cfded386621e3d0bdef1339f1df4.jpg

2026-03-09 21:21:39 CET

2026-03-09 12:04:13 CET

I made some drawstring bags today for a certain purpose and worked on designing some fabric.
I have a lot of things planned to make this month, so I’m excited😊
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2026-03-08 21:21:46 CET

2026-03-08 13:34:56 CET

Today I made chicken mizore-ni.
Mizore-ni is a dish where grated daikon radish is added and simmered; it’s seasoned with dashi and soy sauce, and it’s really delicious 🍲
https://image.nostr.build/a718631c69d59a7cdb7eb6f0db4713d934f30ad63d8d2f1fa5ac80bdd9b19eae.jpg

2026-03-07 22:38:43 CET

2026-03-07 12:12:34 CET

I made Napolitan pasta today.
It’s a Japanese pasta dish with lots of ketchup, giving it a slightly sweet taste.
It’s a classic café menu in Japan, so I was surprised it’s not common overseas. 🍝
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2026-03-07 11:58:16 CET

I sometimes see people say, “For payments, wouldn’t dollar stablecoins be better than Bitcoin?”
But I don’t think so.
People from Korea sometimes buy my goods, but in both Japan and Korea the dollar isn’t a familiar everyday currency, so I don’t feel much need to use it.
I also considered pricing my Satoshi plushies in Korean won. But then in Vietnam I’d need Vietnamese dong, and in South Africa rand… which would make management complicated.
That’s one reason I price many of my goods at 21,000 sats, and so far this method has worked well.

2026-03-06 21:21:09 CET

2026-03-06 12:57:48 CET

Today I used some test fabric to design a new outfit for the Satoshi plushies.
The Satoshis had fun trying them on together 👕🎭
https://image.nostr.build/e0f103dce97afd507e9dbefd94181f96212350f048a4fed79ad258a43671c7bd.jpg

2026-03-05 21:20:13 CET

2026-03-04 21:21:29 CET

2026-03-04 13:58:10 CET

Today is the day the Satoshis set off on their journey.
They seem excited and can’t wait to arrive in Arusha, with Mount Kilimanjaro in view 🇹🇿🏔
Have a great trip, Satoshis!
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2026-03-04 09:15:34 CET

Goods for the Bitcoin Hub in Tanzania are done! 🇹🇿
They feature an orange check pattern inspired by the Maasai shuka, and Satoshi wears a balaclava, referencing Arusha & Kilimanjaro 🏔
As BITCOIN ARUSHA collaborated with Trezor Academy, I made a Trezor pouch🧵
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2026-03-03 21:21:12 CET

2026-03-03 14:35:23 CET

Tanzania – ARUSHA version of Satoshi: all five are now complete! 🇹🇿
In Arusha, with Mount Kilimanjaro in view, Satoshi is wearing a balaclava in preparation for climbing 🏔
They are dressed in orange outerwear inspired by traditional Maasai check patterns!
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2026-03-03 14:11:10 CET

March 3rd is Hinamatsuri, so I made chirashi sushi.
Hinamatsuri is a traditional Japanese festival celebrating the health and happiness of girls.
I also bought hishimochi, a traditional sweet enjoyed on this day — it really makes me feel that spring has arrived 🌸
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2026-03-02 21:22:15 CET

2026-03-02 13:40:36 CET

Arusha Version Satoshi – the fourth one is complete! 🇹🇿
All five will be finished very soon 🎭
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2026-03-01 21:20:55 CET

2026-03-01 13:32:18 CET

I made gyudon (Japanese beef bowl) today.
In Japan, there are many gyudon chain restaurants that are affordable, fast, and delicious, and gyudon is so popular that it can be considered one of the country’s national comfort foods🍚
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2026-02-28 22:56:00 CET

2026-02-28 12:05:08 CET

Today I tried making maguro yamakake-don (a tuna and grated yam rice bowl).
Yamakake-don is rice topped with tuna and tororo (grated raw nagaimo, a Japanese mountain yam).
After trying it, I felt tuna and tororo might taste better eaten separately. But it was still delicious 🐟
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2026-02-27 21:23:49 CET

2026-02-27 14:37:53 CET

Today I had something to take care of, so I only cut the fabric for the Satoshi plush. I’ll continue working on it next week 🧵
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2026-02-26 21:22:56 CET

2026-02-26 14:43:54 CET

Arusha Version Satoshi – the third one is complete! 🇹🇿
The balaclava and mask can also be removed 🎭
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2026-02-25 21:21:49 CET

2026-02-25 14:17:10 CET

Today I worked on the Arusha version of Satoshi and made some progress. I’ll continue the rest tomorrow 🧵
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2026-02-24 21:14:54 CET

2026-02-24 14:06:12 CET

Arusha Version Satoshi – the second one is complete! 🇹🇿
They can also pull the balaclava up to cover their mouth, so it should keep them warm when climbing Mount Kilimanjaro 🏔️
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2026-02-23 21:22:18 CET

2026-02-23 13:14:41 CET

Tanzania – ARUSHA version of Satoshi is complete! 🇹🇿
In Arusha, with Mount Kilimanjaro in view, Satoshi is wearing a balaclava in preparation for climbing 🏔
He is dressed in an orange jacket inspired by traditional Maasai check patterns!
@npub1uhp…srlr
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2026-02-22 21:22:58 CET

2026-02-22 12:33:52 CET

Today I found some fresh, delicious-looking squid, so I made ikameshi.
(Ikameshi is a dish where squid is stuffed with glutinous rice and simmered.)
It was my first time trying it, and it was absolutely delicious 🦑
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2026-02-21 23:12:11 CET

2026-02-21 12:40:51 CET

Today I made mushroom soba.
I used a can of simmered sardines to make a Japanese-style broth, so I was able to get some protein too 🐟
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2026-02-20 22:23:59 CET