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KANAMORI ALLOY

Japanese Pinless Kenzan "Heart"

Japanese Pinless Kenzan "Heart"

Regular price £106.00 GBP
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Start traditional Japanese ikebana instantly with the “Heart,” an all-in-one, pinless kenzan and vase. This innovative tool is forged from recycled metal by KANAMORI ALLOY, a 300-year-old foundry whose precision sand-casting techniques are also trusted for rocket components. The bronze material releases natural copper ions, helping your flowers stay vibrant 1.67 times longer. Perfect as a standalone piece, this heart-shaped kenzan eliminates the need for other Japanese vases and doubles as a beautiful art object for your home. It’s an innovative and sustainable way to enjoy ikebana.

Product Details

  • Quantity: 1
  • Dimension: W5.5cm (2.2 in) × D5.5cm (2.2 in) × H4.0cm (1.6 in)
  • Weight: 250g (8.8 oz)
  • Material: Bronze (from recycled metal)
  • Origin: Made in Ishikawa, Japan
  • Brand: KANAMORI ALLOY

Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship

  • We partner with over 20 small workshops in Japan, where artisans have honed their skills for 100+ years.
  • Every piece is 100% made in Japan, using premium local materials and traditional techniques.
  • Your order ships directly from Japan with end-to-end care.

Shipping & Delivery Details

Processing Time

  • In-stock items: typically ship within 5 business days.
  • Backordered items: ship as soon as they become available (may take longer than 5 business days).

Transit Time

  • United States, Canada, UK, EU & Australia: 3–7 business days once shipped.

Shipping Costs

  • Free on orders over USD 400 (or equivalent in your local currency).
  • Flat rate of 10-15 (local currency) on orders under USD 400:
  • USA: USD 10
  • Canada: CAD 15
  • UK: GBP 10
  • EU: Calculated at checkout (equivalent in USD 10)
  • Australia: AUD 15
  • Multiple items ship together at no extra cost.

Insured Shipping & Damage Protection

  • All orders are fully insured against accidental damage in transit.
  • For details, please see our Shipping & Returns Policy.

First-Time Purchase Savings

  • Sign up today and enjoy 10% off your first order—check your email for the coupon code and use it at checkout.
  • Free shipping on orders over USD 400 (or equivalent in your local currency) is applied automatically at checkout.

30-Day Return Guarantee

Customs & Import Duties

  • Your order may be subject to duties, taxes, or brokerage fees when it arrives.
  • These charges are determined by your local customs and are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included at checkout. 
  • See our Shipping Policy for country-specific duty-exemption thresholds.
  • For our U.S. customers: Orders shipped from Japan with a total value of USD 800 or less, import duties are waived under the U.S. “de minimis” rule.

Important Notices

  • There may be variations in color and finish due to the flow of the glaze. Please understand this in advance.
  • Dimensions are in millimeters (mm), but please allow for slight differences due to the handmade nature of the product.
  • Due to the characteristics of ceramics, please understand that there may be some differences in color.
  • The glaze contains iron, which may discolor when in contact with oil, but washing will restore its original texture.
  • Specifications of the products listed may change without prior notice. Please be advised.
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  • Ikebana flower arrangement with Japanese Pinless Kenzan "Heart" bronze vase for single bloom

    Effortless to Use & Clean

    The pin-less design and removable lid make arranging and cleaning exceptionally easy. A user-friendly piece for enjoying the simple beauty of a single flower.

  • Japanese Pinless Kenzan "Heart" sustainable bronze ikebana vase for Japanese flower arranging

    Heart-Shaped Ikebana Vase

    A charming, heart-shaped kenzan and vase in one. This self-contained piece perfectly displays a single bloom, requiring no separate container for your ikebana.

  • The Japanese Pinless Kenzan 'Heart' crafted with 300-year sand casting for ikebana flower arrangement

    Versatile Jewelry Case

    More than just one of our Japanese vases, this charming piece doubles as a beautiful small case. Use it to store your treasured jewelry and other items.

  • Pouring molten metal in Kanamori Alloy sand casting for ikebana kenzan and Japanese sake cup set

    Sustainable & Upcycled Craft

    Embodying a 300-year-old 'circular manufacturing' philosophy. This piece is sustainably crafted from recycled metal by a historic foundry that also makes rocket parts.

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Craftsman pouring molten metal in Kanamori Alloy foundry making kenzan and Japanese flower vases

Japanese Sand Casting: A 300-Year Heritage of Sustainable Craft

This piece is crafted by a foundry with a legacy spanning over 300 years since the Edo period. They have mastered "Sunagata-chuzo," or sand casting, a traditional Japanese technique where metal melted at 1200°C is poured into sand molds. While their exceptional craftsmanship is trusted for manufacturing cutting-edge rocket components, they also embrace a circular production model that recycles materials, showing deep consideration for the future. Each creation is infused with the enduring spirit of Japanese tradition, innovation, and sustainability.

Traditional Kanamori Alloy sand casting process making pinless kenzan and Japanese sake cup set

KANAMORI ALLOY: A 300-Year Legacy, from Rocket Science to Ikebana Vase

With a legacy spanning over 300 years since 1714, KANAMORI ALLOY, now in its 23rd generation, has a history intertwined with traditional sand casting. Remarkably, this same precision technology supplies materials for Japan's H-IIA rocket. This space-grade precision is masterfully transformed into beautiful crafts, Japanese vases, and innovative kenzan that elevate the art of ikebana. KANAMORI ALLOY is also committed to a circular society, upcycling used metals into high-purity aluminum products through their in-house refining process. It is a philosophy where tradition, innovation, and sustainability merge to craft a legacy for the future.

Top view of Japanese Pinless Kenzan "Heart" pinless ikebana vase for Japanese flower arranging

A Sustainable Heart: The All-in-One Kenzan & Ikebana Vase

The "Heart" is a charming all-in-one kenzan and ikebana vase, perfect for displaying a single bloom—no separate container needed. It embodies a 300-year-old "circular manufacturing" philosophy, crafted from recycled metal by a historic foundry that also makes rocket components. This pin-less design and a removable lid make arranging and cleaning effortless. It also doubles as a beautiful small case for jewelry, making it a truly versatile and sustainable piece for your personal space. Size: 2.2" x 2.2" x 1.6" H (55x55x40mm).

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