September 2007, Truman Brewery , London, UK
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Ornamental decoration on Urushi has developed in Wajima from the Edo period. In our culture Chopsticks and chopstick rests are meant for daily use. These chopstick rests combine traditional Japanese techniques such as Makie, Chinkin, Urushie with Yuzen graphic patterns. “a piece of ｊapan” is not to be seen just as an original chopstick rest, but also a beautiful piece of Art.
Manufacturer: Shinichi Shioyasu, Taichi Kirimoto, Kazutaka Furukomi, Takashi Wakamiya, Designed with Kayoko Saeki

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Wajima-nuri uses many different and complex processes by several craftsmen. Normally you would not be able to visually see these processes in the finished product. “Layer for hands” chopsticks are deliberately designed to show this complex process.
Manufacturer: Hiroyuki Iwata

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“one hand bowl” is narrower than a standard bowl but deeper than a normal tea cup. The design enables full enjoyment of your drink. We feel happy when we have a bowl of hot soup… Soup bowls have been very popular in Wajima-nuri where this tableware is in daily use. With this design, the bowl form has been updated for our modern life.
Manufacturer: Taichi Kirimoto

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In Japan, Wajima-nuri traditionally has been used for very formal celebration, such as weddings. On the other hand, this product is designed to create a special moment with your special person in your daily life. “Shuki” is a shallow Sake cup that you need to keep pouring, to promote a romantic communication. The Sake cup has a small cut section on the rim, so that the cups “kiss” when you toast.
Manufacturer: Shinichi Shioyasu

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