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East meets West at this tranquil shop filled with jewelry and tableware from the Himalayas and the U.S. The subtle scent of incense lingers in the air, and tall red flowers and cherry blossoms are painted on the walls. Necklaces, earrings, and bracelets from New York lines like Tracy Matthews, Rebel Designs, and Alana Bess incorporate gold vermeil, sterling silver, antique brass, and semi-precious stones. San Francisco standout Cindy Ng displays her Finger Magic Origami Bijou: tiny pendants in the shapes of animals and sailboats, each folded origami-style from a single sheet of pure silver. A vibrant selection of silk scarves, cashmere wraps, and candles makes elegant gifts. In the rear of the store, sushi dining sets, delicate gold bowls, and napkin rings in the shapes of acorns, leaves, and seashells are fit to outfit any dinner party. Scrolls with quotes from the fourteenth Dalai Lama hang above the candles, and a portrait of the Dalai Lama sits discreetly near the cash register. — Jacquelyn Lewis