November 10, 2020

[New Items] 6 items from Miyamoto Shoko, a purveyor to the Imperial Household Agency, have been added. Bonbonniere, Cufflinks, Tie Clip, Whistle Pendant, Money Clip, and Japanese Cocktail Stick.

[New Items] 6 items from Miyamoto Shoko, a purveyor to the Imperial Household Agency, have been added.

Miyamoto Shoko was founded in 1880 as the first silverware specialty shop. In 1899, Miyamoto Shoko's silverwares were ordered by the family members of the Emperor of Japan, and to this day, they are making fine and graceful handicrafts with skillful craftsmen.

Loved by numerous customers since the Meiji era, Miyamoto Shoko's products have also been given to Princess Mako and Princess Kako of Akishino, as well as Princess Aiko Toshinomiya, on their birthdays.

Miyamoto Shoko's Bonbonniere
https://www.shokunin.com/en/miyamoto/bon.html
Miyamoto Shoko's Cufflinks
https://www.shokunin.com/en/miyamoto/cuffs.html
Miyamoto Shoko's Tie Clip
https://www.shokunin.com/en/miyamoto/tie.html
Miyamoto Shoko's Whistle Pendant
https://www.shokunin.com/en/miyamoto/whistle.html
Miyamoto Shoko's Money Clip
https://www.shokunin.com/en/miyamoto/moneyclip.html
Miyamoto Shoko's Japanese Cocktail Stick
https://www.shokunin.com/en/miyamoto/wayouji.html

November 09, 2020

"Magewappa" is the traditional craft technique of bending a thin sheet of cedar trees, and binding its end with cherry tree barks. It is a traditional craft in Akita Prefecture, located in the north of Honshu main island.

"Magewappa" is the traditional craft technique of bending a thin sheet of cedar trees, and binding its end with cherry tree barks. It is a traditional craft in Akita Prefecture, located in the north of Honshu main island. The mountainous region is blessed with high-quality trees. Magewappa making became one of the main industries in the late-17th century in Akita.

"Bento box" (box for a home-packed meal) is the common magewappa product. Cedar is known for its antibacterial property. The unlacquered surface is also said to absorb the extra moisture from food, keeping the fresh taste longer.

After use, be sure to dry inside the box thoroughly before putting it away.

With a magewappa bento box, you can enjoy a delicious home meal at school and in the office!

Kurikyu's Magewappa Lunch Box (Unpainted)
https://www.shokunin.com/en/kurikyu/mutosou.html

November 09, 2020

It is very important today to wash hands and gargle to prevent sickness during the winter and the spread of COVID-19. Thus, you may have to bring handkerchiefs with you when going out.

It is very important today to wash hands and gargle to prevent sickness during the winter and the spread of COVID-19. Thus, you may have to bring handkerchiefs with you when going out.

At Shokunin.com, we offer useful and beautiful handkerchiefs made in Japan.

Okai Mafu Shoten’s Handwoven Linen Handkerchief uses linen made in Tochigi Prefecture and is handwoven at Okai Mafu Shoten, a Nara-zarashi textile manufacturer founded in 1863. It comes in two colors, white and natural, and both the front and the back sides of the handkerchief can be used. Linen, compared to cotton, absorbs more water, dries more quickly, and endure usage over a long period, and thus, it is very useful.

Ao’s multi-colored handkerchiefs, which can be used by both men and women, are made of a single gauze that is fluffy and soft in texture. It comes in 6 colors and is recommended as gifts as well. Other than to wipe your hands, it may be used to pack lunch boxes or to decorate your room as well.

Both are high-quality, attractive handkerchiefs that are truly worth using. Please, by all means, try them out.

Okai Mafu Shoten's Handwoven Linen Handkerchief
https://www.shokunin.com/en/okai/handkerchief.html
Ao's Colored Handkerchief
https://www.shokunin.com/en/ao/handkerchief.html

Shokunin.com Blog

November 2020

[New Items] 6 items from Miyamoto Shoko, a purveyor to the Imperial Household Agency, have been added. Bonbonniere, Cufflinks, Tie Clip, Whistle Pendant, Money Clip, and Japanese Cocktail Stick.

"Magewappa" is the traditional craft technique of bending a thin sheet of cedar trees, and binding its end with cherry tree barks. It is a traditional craft in Akita Prefecture, located in the north of Honshu main island.

It is very important today to wash hands and gargle to prevent sickness during the winter and the spread of COVID-19. Thus, you may have to bring handkerchiefs with you when going out.