Our Brand
Nankei Pottery
Nankei Pottery is a small kiln that was established in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, in 1913. It specializes in producing teapots and teacups for Banko ware, shaping the rich lives and sensibilities of the Japanese people. With a long history of accumulated high craftsmanship, it manages all complex processes of pottery production in-house. Nankei Pottery, a professional in creating tools that connect traditional and modern lifestyles, has passionately dedicated years to crafting teaware essential for enriching tea-time experiences.
KITOWA
KITOWA, the first maison fragrance brand in Japan, was founded in 2018, blending traditional Japanese wooden natural oils with perfume-grade fragrances. Rooted in the rich heritage of Japan's historic leading incense company with 450-year history, KITOWA preserves Japanese scent culture while sharing it globally. KITOWA's MADE IN JAPAN fragrances captivate markets at home and abroad by offering an elegant olfactory journey through Japan's natural landscapes.
Taku Nakano
Taku Nakano is a potter who runs a ceramics studio in Tokyo. He creates unique ceramic pieces with a focus on cosmic motifs, crafting artworks in his own distinctive style. He also works as a Kintsugi master and was commissioned by the Georgian government to repair a wine jar, which was displayed as a symbolic object representing the meeting of Georgian wine culture and Japanese Kintsugi culture at the Georgian Wine Exhibition.
Takano Chikko
Takano Chikko, a Kyoto-based artisanal workshop, excels in crafting traditional Japanese tea ceremony tools and everyday items, utilizing sustainable bamboo and ancient woods. Their dedication to quality, environmental conservation, and innovative use of diverse materials reflects a deep commitment to preserving Kyoto's rich cultural heritage in bamboo craft.
Marumi Yasuda Kawara
Marumi Yasuda Kawara Industry specializes in high-quality roofing materials. Certified as a Niigata Prefecture regional brand, their tiles are designed for extreme weather, offering resistance to heavy snow, cold, wind, and salt. Renowned for both manufacturing and construction services, their tiles are a trusted choice for durability and craftsmanship across various regions.
Ominato Bunkichi
Founded in 1870 in Niigata, Ominato Bunkichi Shop has evolved over 150 years from washi paper handling to creating innovative interior products like fusuma screens and sudare byobu, blending traditional 'paper' and 'wood' craftsmanship. Today, renowned for their comprehensive interior solutions and part of Niigata's global "Hundred-Year Story" initiative, they have a strong international presence.
Shizuoka Bamboo Craft Cooperative
The Shizuoka Bamboo Craft Cooperative, comprising 12 craftsmen based in Shizuoka City, specializes in the traditional "Suruga Bamboo Fine Stripe Work" using finely split bamboo. Since 1976, they have been handcrafting delicate flower containers and lighting using this technique, which boasts an 800-year tradition. They blend this age-old craft with modern design to suit contemporary decorative needs.