{"title":"Japanese Kogei","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Kogei: handmade, functional objects from small Japanese workshops, chosen to be used every day.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKogei (工芸) is the Japanese word for craft: objects made to serve daily life, and believed to grow more beautiful the longer they are used. This collection gathers pieces from makers across Japan, from a Kyoto brush workshop founded in 1615 and an Iwate iron foundry working since 1852 to a Seto ceramics studio whose paper-bag vase is in MoMA’s permanent collection. Every piece here has a maker, a material and a reason to exist. We’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we write every product page with full specifications, care and honest advice on who each piece is not for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop the collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTea \u0026amp; table\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-japan-yagi-goat-teapot\"\u003eCeramic Japan Yagi Goat Teapot by Makoto Komatsu\u003c\/a\u003e — Ceramic Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-japan-tori-bird-teapot\"\u003eCeramic Japan Tori Bird Teapot by Makoto Komatsu\u003c\/a\u003e — Ceramic Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kumagai-nanban-earthenware-sake-set\"\u003eKumagai Nanban Earthenware Sake Set, Pourer and Two Cups\u003c\/a\u003e — Kumagai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tsukiusagi-jirushi-enamel-nesting-bowls-set-of-5-navy\"\u003eTsukiusagi-jirushi Enamel Nesting Bowls, Set of 5, Navy Rim\u003c\/a\u003e — Tsukiusagi-jirushi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tsunoda-seibei-kishu-hinoki-bento-box-s-4\"\u003eTsunoda Seibei Kishu Hinoki Bento Box, Type S-4\u003c\/a\u003e — Tsunoda Seibei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kihara-sitaku-hinoki-cutting-board-plate\"\u003eKihara Sitaku Hinoki Cutting Board with Porcelain Plate\u003c\/a\u003e — Kihara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/oigen-palma-cast-iron-spice-container\"\u003eOigen Palma Cast Iron Spice Container by Jasper Morrison\u003c\/a\u003e — Oigen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDecor \u0026amp; textiles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-japan-crinkle-paper-bag-vase-white\"\u003eCeramic Japan Crinkle Paper Bag Vase, White Porcelain\u003c\/a\u003e — Ceramic Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/noboriya-hand-dyed-hemp-noren-curtain\"\u003eNoboriya Hand-Dyed Hemp Noren Door Curtain by Yumi Ishikita\u003c\/a\u003e — Noboriya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBags\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yama-biko-ishi-wild-grape-vine-basket-bag\"\u003eYama-Biko Ishi Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag\u003c\/a\u003e — Yama-Biko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yama-biko-koji-wild-grape-vine-basket-bag\"\u003eYama-Biko Koji Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag\u003c\/a\u003e — Yama-Biko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yama-biko-midare-wild-grape-vine-basket-bag\"\u003eYama-Biko Midare Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag\u003c\/a\u003e — Yama-Biko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCalligraphy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/umpei-fude-calligraphy-brush-d-gift-box\"\u003eUmpei Fude Calligraphy Brush D with Gift Box, Hankeido\u003c\/a\u003e — Umpei Fude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/umpei-fude-calligraphy-brush-e-gift-box\"\u003eUmpei Fude Calligraphy Brush E with Gift Box, Hankeido\u003c\/a\u003e — Umpei Fude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/umpei-fude-calligraphy-brush-f-gift-box\"\u003eUmpei Fude Calligraphy Brush F with Gift Box, Hankeido\u003c\/a\u003e — Umpei Fude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGarden \u0026amp; sewing tools\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tobisho-aogami-steel-pruning-shears-ps-07\"\u003eTobisho Aogami Steel Pruning Shears (PS-07)\u003c\/a\u003e — Tobisho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tobisho-aogami-steel-flower-shears-ps-19\"\u003eTobisho Aogami Steel Flower Shears (PS-19)\u003c\/a\u003e — Tobisho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/terazaki-hamono-tsume-nigiri-scissors\"\u003eTerazaki Hamono Tsume Hand-Forged Nigiri Scissors\u003c\/a\u003e — Terazaki Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyo-steel-st-350-cantilever-toolbox\"\u003eToyo Steel ST-350 Two-Level Cantilever Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e — Toyo Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyo-steel-gl-350-cantilever-toolbox-blue\"\u003eToyo Steel GL-350 Three-Level Cantilever Toolbox, Blue\u003c\/a\u003e — Toyo Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyo-steel-three-tier-rolling-steel-cart\"\u003eToyo Steel TWR-4 Three-Tier Rolling Steel Cart\u003c\/a\u003e — Toyo Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigners, architects and hospitality buyers: apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on these makers and our full catalog, with a dedicated trade support line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-stock items ship in 2–3 business days; orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final; report damage or a wrong item within 48 hours of delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does kogei mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eKogei is the Japanese word for craft: functional objects made by hand for daily life, valued for becoming more beautiful with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho makes the pieces in this collection?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall Japanese makers and workshops; each product page names its maker and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should I care for natural-material crafts like hinoki, vine and cast iron?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach page gives specific care: in general, keep wood, vine and iron dry, wash by hand where noted, and let natural materials develop patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo these items make good gifts?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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Ceramic Japan hand-applies a kiln-altered glaze over red clay, so each pot comes out of the kiln with its own tone and texture, and the clay’s warmth shows through. The oval body sits low and steady, measures 6.5 × 3.6 × 5.9 in and holds about 546 ml (18.5 fl oz), roughly three cups. A stainless steel strainer drops inside for loose-leaf tea, and the bamboo handle is held in place by its own spring. Komatsu meant it to pour more than tea: sake and dashi suit it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic Japan (Seto, Aichi, Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yagi (goat) teapot, item CJ-YG1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Makoto Komatsu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teapot \/ pouring vessel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable oval body with a goat-head spout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 × 3.6 × 5.9 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 546 ml (18.5 fl oz) when filled to the brim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red clay with a hand-applied kiln-altered glaze; bamboo handle; stainless steel strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for use over an open flame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece varies slightly in glaze and color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e CJ-YG1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoat-head spout and horned lid, designed by Makoto Komatsu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed clay with a hand-applied kiln-altered glaze; every piece varies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbout 546 ml (18.5 fl oz), roughly three small cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel strainer for loose-leaf tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBamboo handle sprung into the clay lugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoubles as a pourer for sake or soup stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily loose-leaf sencha, genmaicha or hojicha for two or three people; a tea tray in a Japandi or wabi-sabi kitchen; a sake service at the table. It also makes a memorable gift for tea lovers and collectors of Japanese ceramics. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramic-japan-tori-bird-teapot\"\u003eCeramic Japan Tori Bird Teapot by Makoto Komatsu\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStovetop use: it cannot go over an open flame, so heat water in a kettle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge gatherings: at about 546 ml it pours two to three cups per pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants identical, factory-uniform pieces: the hand-applied glaze varies from pot to pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Ceramic Japan was founded in 1973 in Seto, Aichi, one of Japan’s oldest pottery towns, and works with designers to turn traditional ceramic techniques into objects for everyday life. Its New Crinkle Super Bag vase, modeled on a crumpled paper bag, was selected for the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Makoto Komatsu, born in Tokyo, studied craft design at Musashino Art Junior College, later taught as a professor at Musashino Art University (1999), and won the Exhibition Design Award at the 1st Mino International Ceramics Exhibition in 1986. He has shown widely in Tokyo and at international exhibitions, including the World Modern Ceramic Art Exhibition in Shanghai and the 4th World Ceramic Biennale in Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLift out the strainer and empty the leaves after each use, rinse the pot with warm water and let it dry with the lid off. Keep the bamboo handle dry and out of long soaks. Never place it over a flame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much tea does the Yagi teapot hold?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout 546 ml (18.5 fl oz) filled to the brim, which pours two to three small Japanese cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the Yagi teapot come with a strainer?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. A stainless steel strainer basket sits inside the pot for loose-leaf tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the Yagi teapot go on the stove?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It must not be used over an open flame; heat the water in a kettle and pour it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy does my Yagi teapot look slightly different from the photos?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kiln-altered glaze is applied by hand to red clay, so color and texture vary from piece to piece; no two are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use the Yagi teapot for sake? (our styling advice)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its designer intended it for sake and soup stock as well as tea, and it makes a charming warm-sake pourer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Yagi teapot a good gift?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for tea drinkers, ceramics collectors or anyone born in the Year of the Goat; pair it with the bird-shaped Tori teapot for a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, stylists and hospitality buyers can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Ceramic Japan and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and help sourcing in quantity. Applying takes about three minutes, and our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. 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A memorable gift for anyone studying shodo. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/umpei-fude-calligraphy-brush-e-gift-box\"\u003eUmpei Fude Calligraphy Brush E with Gift Box, Hankeido\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine small characters or letters: it is sized for one bold line on a han-giri sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree cursive (sosho) work: Brush E or F are better all-rounders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a quick, disposable brush: it is a hand-made tool that needs simple care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Umpei Fude brushes come from Hankeido, a workshop founded in Kyoto in 1615 and run by the Fujino family ever since. 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Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/umpei-fude-calligraphy-brush-f-gift-box\"\u003eUmpei Fude Calligraphy Brush F with Gift Box, Hankeido\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery large single characters: it is sized for two lines on a han-giri sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny kana or letter writing: choose a small writing brush for that.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone unwilling to rinse and air-dry a brush after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Umpei Fude brushes come from Hankeido, a workshop founded in Kyoto in 1615 and run by the Fujino family ever since. 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Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/umpei-fude-calligraphy-brush-d-gift-box\"\u003eUmpei Fude Calligraphy Brush D with Gift Box, Hankeido\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced specialists who want a brush tuned to one script: Brush D or E may suit better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall kana or letter writing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who will not rinse and dry a natural-hair brush after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Umpei Fude brushes come from Hankeido, a workshop founded in Kyoto in 1615 and run by the Fujino family ever since. For more than 400 years it has made calligraphy brushes by hand, and it is one of the few workshops still keeping the rare paper-wrapped technique alive: the hair is bound with washi paper using methods that have changed little since the early Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter writing, rinse the bristles under clean running water, gently squeeze out the excess, reshape the tip and let the brush air-dry. 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It measures 9.5 in high, 13 in long and 5 in deep, the largest of the three, in a calm natural brown that will darken and soften with years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yama-Biko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Koji basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-woven basket bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild mountain grape vine, woven in strips of a uniform 3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5 in H × 13 in L × 5 in W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural calm brown; deepens with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e YB-Ymbkmk-04\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree, layered weave with a sculptural surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild mountain grape vine, 3 mm strips, woven by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest of our Yama-Biko bags: 9.5 in H × 13 in L × 5 in W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural brown that deepens with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpcycled forest material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA signature everyday bag for those who carry a little more; gallery openings, weekend lunches and travel days; a once-in-a-lifetime gift. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yama-biko-ishi-wild-grape-vine-basket-bag\"\u003eYama-Biko Ishi Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who needs a zipped or closing bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy laptop or grocery loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet weather: keep natural vine dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Yama-Biko weaves bags from wild mountain grape vine. The vine wraps itself around forest trees and damages them, so it has to be cut to keep the forest healthy; Yama-Biko turns that unwanted material into baskets, woven by skilled Japanese craftsmen in traditional patterns, with hundreds of weave designs in its repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it dry: if it gets caught in rain, blot it with a dry cloth and let it dry naturally in the shade. Brush away dust with a soft brush, and store it stuffed with paper so it keeps its shape (our advice).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat size is the Yama-Biko Koji basket?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.5 in high, 13 in long and 5 in deep, the largest of the three Yama-Biko baskets we carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow is the Koji basket different from the Ishi and Midare?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eKoji has a free, layered weave with a sculptural surface; Ishi is an even open lattice, and Midare is a dense irregular weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Koji basket made of?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWild mountain grape vine split into 3 mm strips and woven by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow should I care for the Koji basket?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep it dry, brush off dust, and store it stuffed with paper (our advice).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich outfits suit the Koji basket? (our styling advice)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a statement piece: pair it with simple, neutral clothing in linen, cotton or wool so the weave stands out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the Koji basket darken over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the vine develops a deeper brown and a gentle sheen as you use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, stylists and hospitality buyers can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Yama-Biko and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and help sourcing in quantity. Applying takes about three minutes, and our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. 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A lifetime tool for serious home gardeners and a superb gift for anyone who gardens. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tobisho-aogami-steel-flower-shears-ps-19\"\u003eTobisho Aogami Steel Flower Shears (PS-19)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick branches beyond hand-pruner size: use loppers or a saw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a stainless, no-maintenance tool: carbon steel needs drying and an annual oiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-in-the-shed storage: keep it indoors and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Tobisho is a Japanese maker that specializes in horticultural shears, based in Yamagata Prefecture. 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A favorite of florists and a lovely gift for flower lovers. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tobisho-aogami-steel-pruning-shears-ps-07\"\u003eTobisho Aogami Steel Pruning Shears (PS-07)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoody branches: use the PS-07 pruning shears or a saw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting stainless steel: Aogami is carbon steel and needs drying and oiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting wire or ribbon: keep the edge for plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Tobisho is a Japanese maker that specializes in horticultural shears, based in Yamagata Prefecture. 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Kenshi Terasaki was born in Kumamoto and worked an ordinary job until, at 36, he moved to Hyogo to train under a master in this nearly vanished technique. 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Three round dishes sit at the foot of a slender cast-iron palm tree; slip your index and middle fingers under its “leaves” and the whole stand lifts to the table. Morrison was inspired by three little dishes of spices served at lunch in an Iwate restaurant. Oigen sand-casts the palm and the dishes as separate pieces and fits the square base of the trunk into the dishes so it stands firm. It is H 5.25 in × Ø 5 in and weighs 270 g, with a cashew-lacquer finish for Nanbu ironware. Fill it with salt, pepper and chili flakes, or small jars of jam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oigen (Oshu, Iwate, Japan; founded 1852)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palma spice container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jasper Morrison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Table spice stand: three dishes on a palm-tree handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 5.25 in × Ø 5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 270 g (9.5 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron (Nanbu ironware) with a cashew-lacquer finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem number (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e OF-JM006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Jasper Morrison for Oigen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree spice dishes on a palm-tree handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift it with two fingers under the leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand-cast Nanbu cast iron, cashew-lacquer finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH 5.25 in × Ø 5 in; 270 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalt, pepper and chili flakes on the dining table; condiments for ramen or rice bowls; small jam jars at breakfast; a design gift for cooks and Morrison fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dishwasher: cast iron is washed by hand and dried.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamp storage: keep it dry to prevent rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting lidded spice storage: the dishes are open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Oigen has cast Nanbu ironware in Oshu, Iwate, since 1852. After the 2011 earthquake hit the foundry, it was chosen for the first Japan Creative project, which pairs Japanese manufacturers with international designers; the result was the Palma series with Jasper Morrison, launched at the Milan furniture fair in 2012. Jasper Morrison, the British product designer behind the “super normal” philosophy of quiet, useful design, drew the Palma series for Oigen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with hot water, using soap sparingly if needed; do not soak. Dry thoroughly, ideally on the stovetop. If rust forms, brush it away and wash as normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho designed the Oigen Palma spice container?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBritish designer Jasper Morrison, as part of the Palma series with Oigen, launched in Milan in 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow big is the Oigen Palma spice container?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eH 5.25 in × Ø 5 in, and it weighs 270 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I carry the Oigen Palma spice container?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHook your index and middle fingers under the palm “leaves” at the top and lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat can I put in the Oigen Palma spice container?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalt, pepper, chili flakes and other spices, or small jars of jam, according to the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I clean the Oigen Palma spice container?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash with hot water and minimal soap, do not soak, dry thoroughly (ideally on the stove) and brush off any rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Oigen Palma a good gift? 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Open the lid and it unfolds on a cantilever, lifting a tray with adjustable, removable dividers above a deep lower compartment, so everything is in view at once. The steel body measures L 13.8 × W 6.9 × H 8.7 in and weighs 2.6 kg (5.7 lb), and a hole lets you add a padlock. Use it for tools, art supplies, make-up, medicine, snacks or tea. 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A favorite gift for artists, makers and design lovers. Pairs well with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/toyo-steel-gl-350-cantilever-toolbox-blue\"\u003eToyo Steel GL-350 Three-Level Cantilever Toolbox, Blue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a flawless, chip-proof finish: the paint is a workshop finish without a topcoat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery large tools: it is a compact hand-carry box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor storage: keep painted steel dry (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Toyo Steel has made steel toolboxes in Japan since 1969. 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The gloss paint has no clear topcoat and will gain patina with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyo Steel (Japan, since 1969)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e TWR-4 three-tier cart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, White, Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e L 12.5 × W 23 × H 33 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted steel, gloss finish, no clear topcoat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three one-piece pressed steel trays: a shallow top compartment for small items, spacious middle and bottom shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seamless trays (no leaks from water or oil), smooth rounded edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e By one person in about 45–60 minutes; board spanner included for tool-free assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem numbers (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e Red TO-TWR-4R; White TO-TWR-4W; Black TO-TWR-4BK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seamless, one-piece pressed-steel trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo leaks from water or oil; rounded edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow top tray plus two deep shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL 12.5 × W 23 × H 33 in; 21 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool-free assembly with the included spanner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed, White or Black; made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bar cart, bathroom or kitchen trolley, art and craft station, plant stand, beside-the-desk office storage, a salon or studio cart, or its original job in the garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants it pre-assembled: it takes about an hour to put together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pristine-forever finish: the paint has no topcoat and wears into patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor use (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and Japanese craft objects like this one earn their place by being used every day. Toyo Steel has made steel toolboxes in Japan since 1969. Its boxes were designed for workshops, garages and factories, but their clean lines and colors have made them design classics at home, where they hold art supplies, make-up, medicine, snacks or tea as easily as tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a soft cloth. The steel is painted for workshop use and has no clear topcoat, so chips and scratches from use become patina. During assembly the tight-fitting support pipes can pick up small white abrasion marks; that is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow big is the Toyo TWR-4 cart?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eL 12.5 × W 23 × H 33 in, and it weighs 21 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Toyo TWR-4 cart hard to assemble?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne person can assemble it in about 45 minutes to an hour with the included board spanner; follow the manual step by step, as the pipe fit is intentionally tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo the Toyo TWR-4 trays leak?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Each tray is pressed from one piece of steel without seams, so liquids stay put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat colors does the Toyo TWR-4 cart come in?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed, White and Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy are there small white marks on the Toyo TWR-4 pipes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pipes are made to exact tolerances; as they slide into the tight holes during assembly they can get minor abrasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere can I use the Toyo TWR-4 cart at home? 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