This stylish take on the traditional zabuton cushion is the result of a partnership between textile brand Sou Sou and futon makers Daitou Shingu. Traditionally found in tatami rooms, these large zabuton cushions let you sit comfortably on the floor, meditate, or gather around the table for dinner.
About Sou Sou Each piece in this colorful collection is infused with vibrant graphic patterns designed by Japanese artist Katsuji Wakisaka. With a mission to revitalize traditional Japanese styles, his modern designs combine contemporary patterns with traditional Japanese shapes.
About Daitou Shingu Established in 1925 as a Japanese futon maker, Daitou Shingu has a singular goal of providing the most comfortable sleep experience possible. Every item in the collection is made by hand using traditional Japanese techniques, natural dyes, and absolutely no bleaching or chemical processing.

*Note: Due to the size/weight of this item, it is not eligible for free shipping. Please contact if you have any questions.
Materials : Outer: 100% Cotton; Inner: 70% Cotton, 30% Polyester Dimensions : Length: 22" Width: 23" Care : Spot clean surface stains with mild detergent Kyoto, Japan

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As tea-making has become an art form over the centuries, so have matcha bowls themselves become works of art. The organic, undulating shape of traditional matcha bowls is designed to create the smooth, frothy consistency beloved by tea enthusiasts. Because of its essential role in the Japanese tea ceremony, a tea bowl is traditionally considered one of the most graceful and treasured items in your home. This raw, angular piece is handmade in the traditional Youhen Ibushi ceramic style with a primitive, textured surface reminiscent of cooled lava.
How to Use: To prepare matcha, pour boiling water into the tea bowl and allow to cool slightly. Add ceremonial-grade matcha using a bamboo ladle. Using a chasen (bamboo whisk), whisk vigorously in an "M" shape until the matcha reaches a creamy froth. Sip directly from the bowl. For best results, use ceremonial-grade matcha, a bamboo ladle, and an 80- or 100-tip chasen.
Materials: Clay, food-safe glaze Dimensions: 4.5" D x 3" H; 16 fl oz Care: Owning a matcha bowl requires thoughtful handling and care. Because of their handmade quality, these bowls are not suitable for the microwave or dishwasher and should be rinsed and thoroughly dried immediately after use. Be careful to avoid rapid changes in temperature as it may encourage glaze cracking. Shiga, Japan

Youhen Ibushi Matcha Bowl

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Drink & Glassware

For those looking for inspiration or inner peace, a moment of quiet can make a world of difference. This incense series takes inspiration from the North American landscape, combining an ancient Eastern tradition with unequivocally American character. Light a cone and feel the room become alive with the scents of the wild desert terrain. This box contains 21 cones with a burning time of fifteen minutes each.
Spring Arroyo: Named after the dry creeks of the Sonoran Desert, this fragrance combines floral notes with the rich zest of bergamot.
Ocotillo Bloom: Inspired by the desert plant native to the Sonoran Desert, the Ocotillo Bloom fragrance is a fresh, soft scent with herbal notes of woodsy balsam. About Tennen Founded in 2001 by Ethan Wessel and Sarah Swartz Wessel, Tennen is a multidisciplinary architectural firm based in Phoenix, USA. Their Sonoran Desert incense collection is part of a collaboration with Kyoto incense makers, and was influenced by the constant and soothing presence of Japanese incense around the Tennen Studio offices. From buildings to aromas, Tennen’s design projects pursue aesthetic simplicity inspired by the culture and design sensibilities of Japan - honesty of materials, minimalism, and the changing seasons. Contains: 21 cones Burning Time: Approximately 15-17 minutes. How to Use: Light the tip of the incense cone and blow out the flame immediately. Keep away from flammable objects. Kyoto, Japan

Sonoran Desert Cone Incense, Box Of 21

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Aromatherapy

This handy mitten is lightly textured to exfoliate and revitalize skin in the shower.  Made from all-natural Sasawashi fabric, one side features a terry pile for thorough exfoliation while the back is made of smooth, tightly-woven fibers for quick drying. this cleansing essential contains absorbent washi and deodorizing Kumazasa plant fibers that prevent mildew growth and fiber breakage. The Sasawashi Body Scrub Mitt can be used daily with or without soap, and features a corner accent loop to hang dry after use. About Sasawashi Sasawashi was founded as a reaction to the wastefulness and ephemeral lifespan of the textile industry. Made from absorbent washi (Japanese paper) threads infused with antibacterial Kumazasa plant fibers, this innovative fabric contains natural deodorizing properties that prevent mildew growth and fiber deterioration. From room shoes to scrub towels, every piece in the Sasawashi collection stays true to its founding principles: comfort, longevity, and simplicity. Materials : Sasawashi fabric, cotton piping. Dimensions : Width: 5” Length: 8” Care : Machine wash in a net with similar colors. Do not bleach or tumble dry. Osaka, Japan

Sasawashi Body Scrub Mitt

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Beauty & Wellness

Made from a unique mixture of clay minerals, the Hasami Porcelain Bowl features an earthy texture both rustic and refined. Multifunctional in nature and minimalist in design, this vessel is equally suited to casual dining or serving favorite dishes to friends.
Please note: Each individual Hasami Porcelain Bowl is handmade and therefore unique. Photos demonstrate the design of each piece, but the final product may differ somewhat in color. The high quality and stately aesthetics of Hasami Porcelain products are uniform across every piece, however. Please c ontact us at with any questions.
About Hasami Porcelain The Hasami Porcelain line is designed by Takuhiro Shinomoto, whose pieces embody a "tortoise lifestyle" - slow, steady, and long-lasting. The entire Hasami collection is modular by design; mugs, plates, bowls, and planters share the same diameter, allowing for easy stacking for storage or display. (Inspiration for this convenient feature came from the tiered boxes used in Japanese cuisine, now repurposed for modern living.) Each piece is molded by hand from a unique clay mixture in Hasami, Nagasaki, where ceramics have been celebrated as art for the past 400 years.
Materials: Clay Dimensions: Height: 2", Width: See Sizes Care: Dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Hasami Porcelain has high thermal stability and is free from lead and cadmium. Nagasaki, Japan

Hasami Porcelain Bowl - Matte

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Serving Bowls

This line of ring-bound notebooks from Maruman is named after the Greek goddess of memory and is designed to optimize your note-taking system. Each notebook features smooth micro-perforated acid-free white paper with a “DATE/NO.” and “TITLE” section to keep you organized. With a sturdy cardboard backing and a minimally branded plastic cover, it holds up to even the busiest day at the bottom of your bag.
This style includes 50 sheets of B6 size lined paper.
About Maruman Maruman is one of the leading manufacturers in Japan’s competitive paper and stationery market. Since their beginnings in 1920, they have developed notebooks, sketchbooks, and binders that are focused solely on quality.
Materials: Cover: Plastic, Paper (80 gsm), Metal ring binding Dimensions: B6 Sized Paper, 7.4” L x 5.1” W x .6” H, 50 Sheets Tokyo, Japan

Maruman Mnemosyne - B6 Notebook Lined 7mm

Notebooks & Journals

Kizara Memo Pads are made by shaving thin individual sheets of paper from a single block of wood. These sheets, traditionally used to wrap food, have been reimagined as beautiful notepads for the creative mind. Experience the aesthetic and tactile pleasure of writing and drawing directly on woodgrain.
About the Kizara Project The Kizara Project utilizes excess wood from sustainable, human-grown Japanese red pine. The environmentally-friendly process sources trees that are thinned as part of an ecological movement to promote healthy forestry within Japan. By creating a renewable wood product, Kizara encourages not just the growth of a national industry but also the continued planting and maintenance of those trees, demonstrating how conscious design can have a positive impact on our environment.
Materials : Japanese red pine Dimensions : Small: 4” H x 3” W Medium: 6” H x 4” W Large: 7” H x 5” W Pages: Small: Approx. 40; Medium and Large: Approx. 50 Care : Keep in a cool, dry place. Pages may warp slightly if exposed to humidity. Tokyo, Japan

Kizara Wood Sheet Memo Pad

These softly textured nesting bowls from ovject have the strength of steel and the tactile feel of handmade ceramics. Measuring only .8mm in thickness, ovject bowls are both light enough to take outdoors and resilient enough to be heated directly over charcoal or open flames. This product is available in four sizes (12.5cm, 18cm, 24cm, and 30cm), making it perfect as either a personal plate or a vessel for serving a crowd. Pairs well with the ovject Rim Plate.
About ovject ovject does not make objects. ovject is a product label that, under the direction of designer Yoshihiro Mikami, thinks about design in a way unbound by established ideas and perspectives. As a long-established manufacturer of quality enamelware, they create products that make your daily life a little more comfortable and encourage you to think twice about the boundaries of tool-human relationships.
Materials: Enamel-glazed steel Dimensions: 12.5cm : 4.92” Diameter, 2.05” Height; 18cm : 7.09” Diameter, 1.96” Height; 24cm : 9.45” Diameter, 1.96” Height; 30cm : 11.81” Diameter, 1.96” Height Care: Hand wash. Do not microwave. Osaka, Japan

Ovject Bowl, Matte White

Sleek and functional, the FD Style Wine Opener is a smart addition to any dinner party. This ergonomic wine opener features a spiral corkscrew with a straight inner rod for effortless uncorking. It is designed with the thoughtful host in mind, letting you entertain your guests without breaking a sweat. Made with a matte black coating, the FD Style Wine Opener is as much a conversation piece as the wine accompanying it. About FD Style The FD Style collection is designed by designer Hagino Mitsunobu, whose minimalist designs pare each tool down to its essential elements. Made from stainless steel coated with a matte fluorocarbon polymer resin, every tool in the collection is ergonomic, easy to clean, and multifunctional. The FD Style collection is produced in the region of Niigata, where metalworking is the regional specialty. Materials: Stainless Steel, Resin Coating Dimensions: Width: 1” Length: 5” Care: Hand-wash only with non-abrasive materials. Niigata, Japan

Fd Style Wine Opener

Barware

We are pleased to offer this series of vividly designed and beautifully illustrated tenugui towels. These multipurpose textiles have been used for centuries as handkerchiefs, gift wrap, napkins, and wall art. This collection is dyed using the “ chusen” method, which has been practiced since the Meiji period. This method has a characteristic appearance due to the fact that the dye produces different shades of color depending on the weather, temperature, and humidity at the time of dying. These 100% cotton towels are reversible and the pattern appears on both the front and reverse sides.
About Tenugui Towels A tenugui towel is a thin vibrantly-printed Japanese textile that typically measures 35 cm in width and 90 cm in length. Like furoshiki, it can be used for wrapping gifts, bottles, and other common items. It also makes an absorbent dish towel and washcloth. Tenuguis can also be purposed into table runners, placemats, curtains- the sky’s the limit! They are often given as gifts or souvenirs from travelers in Japan.
Materials: 100% Cotton Dimensions: 35.5" L x 13" W Care: As this product is hand-dyed, you may experience color loss/bleeding . Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. The edges of tenugui towels are seamless, meaning the weft (horizontal thread) at either end will fray with use. Trim any loose strings with scissors. This process will stop after a small fringe forms.
Tokyo, Japan

Kamawanu Tenugui - Kiku

Bath Towels

A type of thin Japanese cotton textile, tenugui towels are traditionally given as gifts and can be used for everything from wrapping gifts to drying dishes. This beautiful white-and-blue print is dyed with shibori, an ancient Japanese indigo dye technique. The Shibori Tenugui series was created in collaboration with master shibori artists from Kyoto, who designed modern interpretations of traditional Japanese prints for this project. The Mameshibori style (literally translating to “bean squeeze”) features lines of little “beans” that symbolize an uninterrupted line of descendants, carrying the hope that one's descendants will continue for generations. Learn how to use tenugui towels to wrap bottles, lunches, and much more in the rikumo journal .
Please note: Tenugui are purposefully designed without hems, which means that some initial fraying is normal. Do not pull loose threads; instead, trim them with scissors. The frayed edge will develop a natural fringe over time.
About SOU
-SOU Use of the Japanese phrase sou sou - meaning "yes, yes" - offers more than an affirmative response; it's a way to validate another person and establish a sense of community. The SOU
-SOU textile collection created by celebrated designer Karsuji Wakisaka aims to do much the same by offering colorful designs that bring us together. Drawing on the landscape around Kyoto and the mod styles of the 1960s, Wakisaka seeks to revitalize age-old Japanese styles by combining traditional shapes with contemporary patterns.
Materials: Cotton Dimensions: Width: 14" Length: 35" Care: As this product is hand-dyed, you may experience color loss/bleeding . Hand wash separately with cold water and mild detergent. The edges of tenugui towels are seamless, meaning the weft (horizontal thread) at either end will fray with use. Trim any loose strings with scissors. This process will stop after a small fringe forms. Kyoto, Japan

Shibori Tenugui - Mameshibori

Cats, owls, bears, and zebras strike distinctive poses on the ultra-soft terry Animal Towel from Yoshii. This line features a menagerie of cozy critters presented in opposing shades on the front and back of the towel, and both hand towel and bath towel feature a convenient loop for easy hanging. Exquisitely textured and playfully designed, the Animal Towel is perfect for little ones or budding zoologists.
Available in four varieties: Bear, Owl, Zebra, and Cat.
About Yoshii Yoshii towels are constructed in the traditionally slim and compact Japanese style and are known for their unrivaled softness and fresh stylings. Each towel is woven in Imabari from hand-picked, twisted-ring Shankar 6 cotton threads, which are massaged down, puffed, and combed twice for ultimate softness. Their exciting designs and low-chemical manufacturing process make these lightweight towels visually striking, highly absorbent, and fast-drying - in other words, perfect for daily use.
Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal .
Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions: Washcloth (S): 10 ½" L x 10" W Hand Towel (M): 32" L x 14 ¼" W Bath Towel (L): 53" L x 33" W Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low. Imabari , Japan

Animal Towel

Meet what may just become your ultimate kitchen workhorse. This sleek unibody wok is made from nearly indestructible cast iron that ensures even heating and amazing heat retention, but the most amazing feature is its lightweight construction. At 2.0mm in thickness, it is light enough to toss and flip any stir fry you throw at it without breaking a sweat. The handle is completely hollow, further reducing weight.
The Featherweight Cast Iron Wok is preseasoned and ready to use immediately. It is safe for use on all cook surfaces and features a flat bottom so there is no need for a wok ring.
About SSC Sanjo Special Cast (SSC), is located in Tsubame Sanjo, a town in Niigata Prefecture that is synonymous with metalworking. They have created a ductile graphite-rich “FCD” cast iron material that allows for an extremely strong yet thin and lightweight pan that retains superior heat retention and distribution.
Materials: FCD Cast Iron Dimensions: Diameter: 12.2”; Length with handle: 18.62”; Weight: 4.19 lbs Care: See our journal with tips for caring for cast iron. Tsubame Sanjo, Japan

Featherweight Cast Iron Wok

Woks

A 2017 Good Design award winner, this simple rectangular tray is manufactured by artisans in the Kagawa prefecture. An exercise in straightforward design, they are nearly completely flat with a pleasing curve at the edge that securely holds whatever it is you wish to carry and is a pleasure to grip with your fingertips. Effective and long-lasting, they are tested to ensure over 3,000 washes and is entirely food safe.
Care Instructions Handle carefully when in use. Bending or dropping may cause cracks and chips. Although it is highly waterproof, stains may set if left in contact so ensure spills are promptly wiped up. While dishwasher safe, you will get the most longevity by handwashing when needed.
*Please note - Due to the nature of wood, this product may warp if exposed to excessive atmospheric moisture or not properly maintained. Materials: Wood Dimensions: Small: L: 12.8" x W: 9.4" x H: .47". Large: L: 15.6" x W: 11.2" x H: .47" Kagawa, Japan

Shinanoki Wooden Tray

Serving Trays

This truly hydrating soap combines pure vegetable oils, silk powder, mineral-rich Komenuka rice bran powder, and an irresistible aroma blend (called Tennyokoh) to help nourish and maintain healthy skin. Silk proteins are similar to those found in the human body and can be an effective treatment for dull skin while helping to balance sebum production. Meanwhile, natural enzymes in rice bran help to dissolve dead skin cells while retaining moisture. Rice bran is also high in nutrients such as fiber, iron, starch, sugar, magnesium, calcium, vitamins B1 & B2, and vitamin D.
About Chidoriya As beautiful and mysterious as a rare flower, Japanese geisha were once revered for their immaculate skin and refined beauty. Inspired by their secret skincare routines, Chidoriya has been creating natural and organic skincare products since 1949. Each product is made by hand in the USA using traditional Japanese ingredients and techniques passed down through generations. Learn more about Chidoriya and their rich history in the rikumo journal .
Ingredients: Vegetable glycerin, palm kernel acid, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, water (aqua), brown sugar (sucrose), Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil, Pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil, Oryza sativa (rice) bran, Cymbopogon martini (palmarosa) oil, Litsea cubeba (May Chang) fruit oil, silk powder, styrax (benzoin) resin oil, Cedrus atlantica (cedarwood) bark oil, magnesium chloride ( nigari), Glycine soja (soybean) germ extract Size: 2 oz Care: Use daily in the morning and evening. Made in the USA

Hydrating Silk & Rice Bran Soap

Bath & Shower

This pen is the result of a collaboration between stationery brand Zebra and design studio nendo. This project was intended to be like a compact car: aka - practical and comfortable with great handling. Design features include a low center of gravity to increase comfort, internal springs to reduce pen noise, a satisfying clicker action, and rubberized grip.
Available in .5mm black, red, or blue ink (Zebra emulsion gel) with a black, grey, or white barrel.
About nendo nendo is a design studio that was created in 2002 by acclaimed designer Oki Sato. From their offices in Tokyo, Milan, and Singapore they design furniture, interiors, household products, and art objects that are simple yet ingenious. Their name; “Nendo” means free-form clay in Japanese and symbolizes their approach to creativity and design.
Materials : Plastic, Metal, Rubber, Ink Dimensions : Length: 5.7" Diameter: .36" Tokyo, Japan

Zebra Blen Pen 0.5 Wh Brl

Ink Color

Pens & Pencils

The Moku Light Towel is woven with 100% cotton and is one of our most compact and multipurpose styles. Powerfully absorbent and quick-drying, it performs like a towel twice its size and comes in a wide range of colors. The compact design makes it an ideal choice for homes and kitchens with limited shelf space. Also available in a linen version .
" Highly Recommended" by the editors at Bon Appétit: "Ever since I’ve started keeping a Moku towel slung over my oven door next to my tomato sauce towels, I’ve realized a good dish towel can be every bit as wonderful as a sharp knife, a wooden spoon, or a heavy cutting board." Read all about it here!

About Kontex Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex towels are crafted in Imabari, Japan, using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is a towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.
Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal .
Materials: 100 % cotton Dimensions: Washcloth (S): 11.25" L x 11.25" W Hand Towel (M): 42" L x 12.5" W Bath Towel (L): 49.5" L x 23.5" W Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low. Imabari, Japan

Moku Light Towel

This playful style features a reverse color scheme on each half of the towel: one side has a white background with colored dots, the other a colorful background with white dots. The highly absorbent chambray front soaks up water in seconds, while a soft terry pile back gently pampers your skin. Constructed in the compact Japanese style, the Polka Dot Chambray Towel easily fits into small spaces and travel bags.
About Yoshii Yoshii towels are constructed in the traditionally slim and compact Japanese style and are known for their unrivaled softness and fresh stylings. Each towel is woven in Imabari from hand-picked, twisted-ring Shankar 6 cotton threads, which are massaged down, puffed, and combed twice for ultimate softness. Their exciting designs and low-chemical manufacturing process make these lightweight towels visually striking, highly absorbent, and fast-drying - in other words, perfect for daily use.
Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal .
Materials: 100% cotton Dimensions: Washcloth (S): 13" L x 13" W Hand Towel (M): 31 ½" L x 13" W Bath Towel (L): 51" L x 25" W Care: Machine wash separately in a net with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang dry and iron if necessary. Do not stretch towel when wet. Imabari, Japan

Polka Dot Chambray Towel

Zebra Blen Pen 0.5 Gy Brl

This gently exfoliating body scrub towel is infused with Binchotan activated charcoal to scrub away the day’s grime. Charcoal naturally draws out impurities from your skin like excess oil, leaving you with a soft healthy glow. The Binchotan Charcoal Body Scrub towel features two textures: a softer side for sensitive areas, and a coarser side for gentle exfoliation. Use daily in the bath or shower to wash, scrub and gently exfoliate your whole body.

About Binchotan Charcoal Binchotan is a premium activated charcoal that has been revered in Japan for centuries as a natural air and water purifier. Possessing powerful purification and detoxifying properties, Binchotan is included in a number of beauty and wellness goods where it helps to cleanse on a microscopic level.
See our line of Binchotan products here , and learn more on the Rikumo Journal .
Materials : 58% Cotton, 33% Polyester, 9% Binchotan Charcoal-Infused Rayon Dimensions : Width: 9” Length: 40” Care : Machine Washable Wakayama, Japan

Morihata Binchotan Charcoal Body Scrub Towel

Made from a blend of washi paper and antibacterial kumazasa plant fibers, this durable bath mat is as beautiful as it is functional. A natural textile with twice the absorbency of cotton, Sasawashi fabric is a pill-free blend that repels dust and quickly absorbs water after a bath or shower. With its subtle sand-like texture, the Sasawashi Bath Mat gently exfoliates and deodorizes your feet after the shower. Available in two sizes.
About Sasawashi
Sasawashi was founded as a reaction to the wastefulness and ephemeral lifespan of the textile industry. Made from absorbent washi paper threads infused with antibacterial kumazasa plant fibers, this innovative fabric offers natural deodorizing properties that prevent mildew growth and fiber deterioration. From Japanese-style room shoes to personal scrub towels, every piece in the Sasawashi collection stays true to the brand's fundamental values: comfort, longevity, and simplicity.
Materials : Sasawashi fabric, polyester non-slip backing, acrylic pi ping
Dimensions : Medium: 25.5" L x 18" W Large: 29.5" L x 21.65" W Care: Machine wash in a net with similar colors. Do not bleach or tumble dry. Keep in a dry environment between uses. Osaka, Japan

Sasawashi Bath Mat - Grey

Bath Mats & Rugs

The Chambray Block Towel features a tightly woven chambray front with a plush terry back. Typically found in work shirts and featherweight summer dresses, chambray feels fantastic on the skin and stands up to constant use. This towel comes in five bold hues arranged into a color block motif that will complement a contemporary bathroom or look great out by the pool.
About Yoshii Yoshii towels are constructed in the traditionally slim and compact Japanese style and are known for their unrivaled softness and fresh stylings. Each towel is woven in Imabari from hand-picked, twisted-ring Shankar 6 cotton threads, which are massaged down, puffed, and combed twice for ultimate softness. Their exciting designs and low-chemical manufacturing process make these lightweight towels visually striking, highly absorbent, and fast-drying - in other words, perfect for daily use.
Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal .

Materials: 100% cotton Dimensions: Washcloth (S): 9.84” L x 9.84” W Hand Towel (M): 31.5” L x 13.39” W Bath Towel (L): 51.2” L x 24.8” W Care: Machine wash separately in a net with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang dry and iron if necessary. Do not stretch towel when wet. Imabari, Japan

Chambray Block Towel

Pour yourself a tall glass of something refreshing. This handblown glass from artist Chisa Imamura combines “transparent glass”, “frosted glass”, and “white glass” to create a truly special drinking experience.
The "H" version features an organically frosted base.
Materials: Glass Dimensions: 3.5" H x 3.25" D Care: Handwash Chiba, Japan

Chisa Glass "h"

From Nagoya-based artist Noriko Nakao, the Roost Wire Bird Mobile combines steel, wood, and fabric to create a fanciful mobile that is bound to put a smile on your face. Each handmade mobile is made from swatches of surplus and scrap fabric and is entirely one-of-a-kind.
Materials: Steel wire, Wood, Fabric Dimensions: Varies per mobile Nagoya, Japan

Roost Wire Bird Mobile

Wall Art & Decor

These award winning stainless steel office scissors by Japanese company Allex, have been in production since 1975. The handle and blade is made from one sheet of stainless steel making them extremely strong and durable. The inside of the handles are lined with a rubber ring, making them easy and comfortable to use.
The Allex Stainless Scissors were introduced in 1974 and immediately won the Japanese Good Design Award for its ergonomic shape and quality of blade. Its classic design has remained unchanged ever since, becoming a standard office tool all over Japan.
Materials: stainless steel Dimensions: Length: 6½" Gifu, Japan

Allex Stainless Steel Scissors

Books & Stationery

The Saibi series of trays and cups is a collaboration between Danish designer Lars Vejen and Gato Wood Works that celebrates 150 years of diplomatic relations between Denmark and Japan. With a slightly more minimalist aesthetic than Gato’s typical offerings, these pieces are designed to provide a uniquely tactile take on everyday items.
About Gato Hailing from the Yamanaka region of Japan, where lacquering has been practiced since the 16th century, Gato’s collection of beautiful vessels is born from traditional techniques requiring the highest level of skill. Through meticulous cutting, carving, shaving, and lacquering, the artisans at Gato manage to mold wood into works of art that pay homage to their arboreal origins. Each lightweight piece showcases an exquisite wood grain unmarred by the production process and is as functional as it is beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware in the rikumo journal.
Materials: Zelkova wood Dimensions: 3.15" D x 3.25" H Care: Hand wash with mild soap, then dry immediately and thoroughly. Not microwave- or dishwasher-safe. Yamanaka, Japan

Saibi Cup S

Kamawanu Tenugui - Blue Dots White

From sealing a lunch bag to wrapping a special gift, the world of washi tape is a playground for the creative mind. Washi tape is made from translucent Japanese rice paper and comes in an endless spectrum of colors and patterns. It features a gentle adhesive, making it easy to stick on and tear off without damaging any surfaces. Its soft, tactile texture and colorful prints are perfect for craft projects- use it to customize and decorate notebooks, letters, labels, packages, and even your walls!
About MT Washi Tape Washi tape was invented by MT, a 100-year-old company specializing in paper adhesives. In 2006, the company received notice that three women in Tokyo had been using their utility tapes to make beautiful craft projects. Inspired by their creativity, MT invited the women to tour the factory and began developing an entirely new type of colorful, adaptable tape that could be used for creative projects. Today, washi tape comes in thousands of colors, prints, and designs, and has a cult following among crafters and stationery aficionados throughout the world.
Materials : Washi paper, adhesive Dimensions: 1.75" W x 1.3" H Chiba, Japan

Mt Washi Tape - Kamome

How do you improve the perfect towel? This soft, absorptive, and quick-drying towel is an Earth-friendly evolution of our popular Lattice and Lattice Linen styles. By upcycling scrap fabric and recycled plastic bottles, it softens its overall environmental impact. Just one bath towel removes 4.5 plastic bottles out of landfills and upcycles 106g of discarded cotton, minimizing CO2 emissions and reducing the use of water and dyes in the process. The style includes a handy hanging loop for fast drying.
About Kontex Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex creates textiles using centuries-old techniques, as they have been since the company’s founding in 1934. Each Kontex towel is made from fine, garment-quality thread gently woven on traditional low-speed looms to achieve unparalleled softness, then washed in snowmelt from the slopes of Mt. Ishizuchi. The end result is an Imabari towel that’s incredibly absorbent, surprisingly compact, and free from impurities - the perfect addition to any kitchen or bathroom.
Learn more about Japanese towels in the rikumo journal .
Materials: 50% organic cotton, 25% recycled cotton, 20% recycled polyester, 5% rayon Dimensions: Washcloth (S): 16.5” L x 16.5” W Hand Towel (M): 33.5” L x 16.5” W Compact Bath Towel (L): 43.3” L x 20.9” W Bath Towel (XL): 57” L x 33” W Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low. Imabari, Japan

Re.lattice Towel

These simple wooden gem earrings are both charming and sustainable. These irresistibly smooth and multifaceted wooden earrings are lovingly crafted from wood recovered through sustainable tree thinning practices before being dyed with natural indigo.
About Tsukihihoshi In the early 20th century, the country of Japan planted large swathes of cedar and cypress trees to help increase their domestic timber industry. Unfortunately, these non-native varieties made it difficult for native deciduous trees to grow reducing food sources for wildlife and increasing the chance of landslides in the process. Today, Tsukihoshi repurposes these trees into beautiful objects that take on a second life in the city.
Materials: Thinned Wood, Metal Stud, Natural Indigo Dimensions: Large: Approximately: 1.18" H x .87" W; Small: Approximately: .79" H x .67" W Tokyo, Japan