Japanese Design

This is the mug you reach for to start your mornings. Its smooth, matte finish gives it a natural, earthen—and yet—modern look. Both its beauty and its make were thoughtfully designed to last for generations. It may keep your coffee hot for just as long. Colors: Gloss Grey, Black, and Natural Holds 15oz 3 3/8" H x 4 1/8" W Materials: Porcelain and Clay Blend Care: Dishwasher and Microwave Safe Hasami Porcelain is designed by Takuhiro Shinomoto in Venice, CA, and made in Hasami, Japan, from a combination of Hasami clay and unglazed porcelain, fired at high temperatures for a lengthy period of time to achieve their signature textured finish. Due to its organic material and distinct environmental influences at the time of firing, each product actually develops its own character and patina over time. Designs are stain-resistant, microwave and dishwasher safe, and easy to stack, following the same principles of modularity as traditional Japanese tiered boxes.

Take a memo. From ITO Bindery, the beloved Tokyo masters of Japanese paper design and goods since 1939, come the smart, smooth, and—dare we say—eternal memo blocks, for their architectural shape that nods to a geometric simplicity that we can’t really place in any one time period, past, present or future. And that’s the most characteristic Japanese aesthetic: functional beauty that’s built to last. White or Grey 350 Sheets 5.9" x 4.2"

A single sheet of walnut, bent into shape for an elegant, modern piece built on strata of traditional Japanese woodwork. The mark of MITSURU by Mizushima Sangyo is the balance of boundary pushing and age-old traditions. 9.25” diameter

The first thing most people notice—and admire—about these drawing pads are their razor-sharp aesthetic, and rightly so. These precision-cut blocks are assembled with an equally explicit geometry and color scheme. The resulting look is clean, straight, and meticulous, both limitless and perfectly contained. 70 satin-smooth sheets seamlessly bound to recycled cardboard, a home for art that is, itself, a work of art. Black Mount White & Kraft Mount White  70 Sheets 297 x 230 mm

Made from plywood and walnut veneer, this magazine holder upholds Saito Wood’s signature bend, durability, and lightness to accommodate printed pieces of all sizes and weights, without compromising beauty. Color: Walnut 11.1/2 in x 17 in x 7.1/2 in Materials: Plywood and Walnut Veneer In 1950, Isamu Saito established Saito Woodworking shop in Shizuoka prefecture to address the limited supply of wood and other natural resources following WWII. Joining the burgeoning industry of "molded plywood" technology, Saito began creating beautiful interior household goods with signature curves that are light, strong, and stunning.

Keep your desk sophisticated and organized with Ito Bindery’s simple yet durable pencil stand. Made entirely of recycled cardboard, this is a great tool for artists who need to keep a lot of different pencils at the ready. 4.1/4” x 1.3/8” x 1.3/8”

Take this notebook with you anywhere. This simple design gives you the freedom to customize the notebook in a way that you won’t get bored with it.Record your days as they are in this notebook. The new notebook A5 Slim (148 x 105 x 12mm), in blank and grid options. The blank notebook’s cover is gray, and the grid notebook’s cover is black. Both covers use the same sturdy material that has a subtle texture. Made in Japan

The mark of MITSURU by Mizushima Sangyo is characterized by pushing the boundaries of age-old traditions, and this walnut accessory holder is a perfect example: a single sheet of walnut bent into an origami shape for an elegant, modern piece, built on strata of traditional Japanese woodwork. 

Take a memo. From ITO Bindery, the beloved Tokyo masters of Japanese paper design and goods since 1939, come the smart, smooth, and—dare we say—eternal memo blocks, for their architectural shape that nods to a geometric simplicity that we can’t really place in any one time period, past, present or future. And that’s the most characteristic Japanese aesthetic: functional beauty that’s built to last. Red, Grey or White 350 Sheets 4.2" x 4.2"

"Drawing on 'not white' is really nice. All of ITO’s products are very 'essential' which I find important in something you are doing work on. I want the design tool to disappear and their product does that." Jason Gregory, MAKR Kraft Mount Grey & Kraft Mount White 70 Sheets 210 x 168 mm

The first thing most people notice—and admire—about these drawing pads are their razor-sharp aesthetic, and rightly so. These precision-cut blocks are assembled with an equally explicit geometry and color scheme. The resulting look is clean, straight, and meticulous, both limitless and perfectly contained. 70 satin-smooth sheets seamlessly bound to recycled cardboard, a home for art that is, itself, a work of art. Kraft, Kraft Mount Grey & Kraft Mount White 70 Sheets 148 x 125 mm

Take a memo. From ITO Bindery, the beloved Tokyo masters of Japanese paper design and goods since 1939, comes the smart, smooth, and—dare we say—eternal memo blocks. A most characteristic Japanese aesthetic: functional beauty, built to last. Grey or White 350 Sheets 10" x 3"

Hasami’s signature mug has a smooth, matte finish, giving it a natural, earthen—and yet—modern look. Both its beauty and its make were thoughtfully designed to last for generations. It may keep your coffee hot for just as long. It’s the perfect way to start your morning. Colors: Black, Gloss Grey, and Natural Holds 11oz 3" H x 3 1/4" W Materials: Porcelain and Clay Blend Care: Dishwasher and Microwave Safe Hasami Porcelain is designed by Takuhiro Shinomoto in Venice, CA, and made in Hasami, Japan, from a combination of Hasami clay and unglazed porcelain, fired at high temperatures for a lengthy period of time to achieve their signature textured finish. Due to its organic material and distinct environmental influences at the time of firing, each product actually develops its own character and patina over time. Designs are stain-resistant, microwave and dishwasher safe, and easy to stack, following the same principles of modularity as traditional Japanese tiered boxes.

A clean, stylish tumbler to collect by the dozen. A modern, versatile, and stackable design characterizes all Hasami Porcelain products, so whatever their use, and whatever your aesthetic, they’ll both fit in and stand out.  Colors: Black, Gloss Grey, and Natural Holds 15oz 3 3/8" H x 4 1/8" W Hasami Porcelain is designed by Takuhiro Shinomoto in Venice, CA, and made in Hasami, Japan, from a combination of Hasami clay and unglazed porcelain, fired at high temperatures for a lengthy period of time to achieve their signature textured finish. Due to its organic material and distinct environmental influences at the time of firing, each product actually develops its own character and patina over time. Designs are stain-resistant, microwave and dishwasher safe, and easy to stack, following the same principles of modularity as traditional Japanese tiered boxes.