Products
5 Elements Soy Candles
$ 40.00
Japanese philosophers once viewed the world as having five unique elements: air, earth, fire, sky and water. These elements are commonly used throughout Buddhist architecture and now have inspired this line of pure soy candles. From spicy to refreshing, each scent provides a vivid illustration of each symbolic element. Each candle is hand-poured from sustainable soy wax locally in the United States, and includes a Zen poem packaged within a beautiful handcrafted box.
Air: A fresh, citrus-esque combination of eucalyptus, yuzu rind (Japanese grapefruit), and ginger.
Earth: A warm mix of cedar, jasmine, and fig notes.
Fire: A slightly spicy combination of ginger, rose, and quince.
Sky: A simple floral aroma of jasmine, acacia, fresh grass
Water: A refreshing combination of cucumber, watercress, mint
Materials: Soy Wax, Essential Oils
Dimensions: Height: 3½" Diameter: 3¾"
Burning time: 60 hours
Made in the USA
Acorn Brass Incense Holder
$ 32.00
Designed to complement Elemense’s collection of transformative incense, the Acorn Brass Incense Holder is the perfect way to elevate your incense burning ritual. Made from solid machined brass, it will last for years for years to come and will patina gracefully with continued use. Its beveled base swings freely in all directions casting scent along with it. The Acorn Brass Incense Holder can be used on either end to accommodate incense of different thicknesses.
About Elemense
Written by a Japanese monk over 600 years ago, “The Ten Virtues of Koh” detailed the benefits and properties of Koh-do, the refined art of incense. Elemense’s incense collection takes its inspiration from this storied tradition with three fragrances designed to cultivate serenity and inner peace through scent. This collection uses Japanese scents traditionally associated with relaxation, such as hinoki, and oakmoss, to cultivate an environment for meditation, prayer, and contemplation.
Materials: Brass
How to Use: Light the tip of the incense and blow out the flame immediately. Keep away from flammable objects.
Tokyo, Japan
Agave Incense Holder
$ 48.00
The graceful elegance of koh (the art of Japanese incense) takes the form of an agave plant in the desert in this beautiful brass burner from Tennen. Designed with beauty and functionality in mind, this multipurpose burner is designed to fit all types of incense, including cones, sticks, and spirals.
About Tennen
Founded in 2001 by Ethan Wessel and Sarah Swartz Wessel, Tennen is a multidisciplinary architectural firm based in Phoenix, USA. After becoming dissatisfied with the lack of beautiful, functional incense burners, they created their own, designed to keep the nub of the incense stick from sticking to the holder after burning. From buildings to aromas, their design projects pursue aesthetic simplicity inspired by the culture and design sensibilities of Japan - honesty of materials, minimalism, and the changing seasons.
Materials: Brass
Dimensions: Height: 0.7" Diameter: 1.25"
Care: Use a soft cloth with a liquid brass cleaner as needed. For blackened brass, use soft cloth and paste wax polish as needed. With time and use, your incense burner will develop a beautiful patina. Note: Avoid touching the burner while incense is burning, as the cover may grow hot during and for a short period after.
Arizona, USA
Aile Towel
$ 15.00
A clean, neutral sister to our Lana Towel, the supersoft Aile Towel is made for days at the spa. Woven from 50% organic cotton, its fibers are plush, bouncy and kind to your skin.
Japanese towels are known for their thin compact size, superior absorbency, and incredible softness. Our towels are made in Imabari, where towel-making is such an important industry that the town has its own towel museum. With a focus on softness and texture, our towels pamper your skin as softly as if they were plush blankets.
Materials: 100% cotton (50% organic cotton)
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
| Bath Towel (L) | 25" x 50" |
| Hand Towel (M) | 15" x 33½" |
| Washcloth (S) | 12" x 13" |
Akashiya ThinLine Brush Pen Set
$ 27.50
This cult-favorite brush pen has become a favorite tool of professional illustrators and stationery aficionados since its introduction in 2009. With a superfine tip inspired by elegant makeup brushes, the ThinLine Brush Pen is designed for detailed brushwork and precise line drawing. This five-pen set includes a spectrum of woodland shades based on the colors traditionally used in Japanese ink drawings, and makes writing feel more like painting a watercolor with words. Perfect for calligraphy, drawing, or sketching, each pen is handmade by brush artisans.
This set includes five brush pens in the following colors:
Sumiiro (Ink black)
Seiboku (Dark blue)
Mizuasagi (Pale blue)
Chitosemidori (Dark green)
Hiwadairo (Dusky red)
Winner of the 2009 Design Merit Award
About Akashiya
Akashiya was founded in 1624 in Nara, and has become famous among artists and stationery collectors for its calligraphy brushes. Nara is the birthplace of Japanese calligraphy, and its craftsmen have continued that tradition over the years to create some of the most innovative brushes in the world. Strand by strand, each brush is constructed by brush artisans from flexible fibers perfect for drawing and writing.
Materials: Water Ink, Plastic.
Dimensions: Length: 6 ½”. Includes six pens.
Chiba, Japan
Allex Matte Black Stainless Steel Scissors
$ 28.00
Lightweight and sharp, the Allex Stainless Steel Scissors are designed to cut through miles of paper, plastic and even sticky surfaces like duct tape. Its blades are coated with Teflon for wear resistance, while the inside grips are cushioned with soft rubber rings for comfort. With a sleek matte black finish, the Allex Stainless Steel Scissors are a polished office accessory that looks as good on your desk as it does finishing your toughest projects.
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: 5½"
Gifu, Japan
Allex Stainless Steel Letter Opener
$ 15.00
This award winning stainless steel letter opener by Japanese company Allex, has been in production since 1975. The handle and blade is made from one sheet of stainless steel making it extremely strong and durable. The inside of the handle is lined with a rubber ring, making it 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
$ 25.00
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
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 14
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 15
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 16
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 17
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 18
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 3
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 7
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 8
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Alpaca no Kyoudai - Single Lady No. 9
$ 73.00
Your shelf or bedside table will come alive with the addition of a one-of-a-kind Single Lady. They are loyal companions and are happy to keep watch over your favorite rings. Each lady is carved from a block of clay, given a smooth and organic shape, and adorned with a unique expression and colorful clothing. They take nearly 20 days to make by hand.
About Alpaca no Kyoudai
Alpaca no Kyoudai are brothers that create whimsical brooches and figurines that come alive! With over 6 years as handmade artists, they pour their energy into the repetition of creating these one-of-a-kind mementos.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Varies, but approximately: 2.75” - 5” in height.
Care: Do not get wet
Animal Towel
$ 11.00
Cats, owls and peacocks dance, jump, and frolic in this ultra-soft terry style.This collection features a menagerie of little critters presented in alternating opposite colors on both the front and back of the towel. Exquisitely textured and playfully designed, the Animal towel is perfect for little ones and budding zoologists.
About Japanese Towels
Japanese towels are known as some of the most absorbent towels in the world. Traditionally compact and lightweight, their functional design is perfect for travel, daily use, and easy storage. Our slow-loomed towels are made the traditional way in Imabari, where towel-making has been the regional specialty for over 200 years. Soft and comforting, each towel pampers your skin as gently as a plush blanket.
Learn about how Japanese towels are made on our Journal.
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
| Bath Towel (L) | 33" x 53" |
| Hand Towel (M) | 14¼” x 32" |
| Washcloth (S) | 10 x 10½” |
Ara Earrings
$ 52.00
The Ara Earring from artist Shima Hotta features a slightly concave and rounded triangle shape with a textured finish. The backs are unfinished brass and included the Shima logo.
About Shima Jewelry
Nagano-based Shima Hotta began her artistic career in the late 80s studying pottery in Seattle and California. It was during this time that she developed an appreciation for the handmade. Returning to Japan, she continued her ceramic work in Tajimi, Shiga, and Aichi. In 2007, she began exploring new materials and techniques and became fascinated with the interaction between fire and metal. Today, she combines both disciplines to create esoteric jewelry with organic finishes under the Shima label.
Materials: Silver over brass, Titanium post
Dimensions: .88” H x .5” W
Care: Polish with silver cloth when needed.
Nagano, Japan
Arimatsu Narumi Tenugui - Snow Cat
$ 22.00
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, taking inspiration from the playful beauty of the animal kingdom.
Learn how use tenugui towels to wrap bottles, lunches, and much more on the Rikumo Journal.
About Sou Sou
Every piece in this colorful collection is infused with vibrant graphic patterns designed by Japanese artist Katsuji Wakisaka. A celebrated textile designer since 1968, Wakisaka’s inspiration comes from the Kyoto landscape and the mod styles of the 1960s. With a mission to revitalize traditional Japanese styles, his modern designs combine contemporary patterns with traditional Japanese shapes.
Materials: Cotton
Dimensions: Width: 14" Length: 35"
Care: The edges of a tenugui towel are left seamless for increased absorbency and quick drying. To discourage fraying, trim loose threads with a pair of scissors and throw in the washing machine. The fabric will naturally tighten after repeated usage.
Kyoto, Japan
Arm Warmers
$ 25.00
Add extra warmth and color to any outfit with Sousou's fingerless arm warmers. These black, elbow length arm warmers have one finger hole and a red trim.
Materials: Acrylic 46% Angora 30% Nylon 12% Wool 8% Polyester 4%Dimensions: Length: 15"
Kyoto, Japan
Azmaya Cheese Board
$ 70.00
The perfect presentation piece for serving appetizers and cheese courses, this cheese board is made of cherry wood for a lightweight, stylish sensibility. Enjoy for dinner parties and small get-togethers.
This collection features a collaboration between Japanese artisans, designers and small manufacturers in the Ishikawa prefecture. It aims to present contemporary housewares using traditional techniques and Japan-found materials like brass and cherry wood. Minimalist design, a focus on details and high quality materials are hallmarks of the movement, with the resulting products reflecting the high level of skill and superior techniques of Japanese artisans today.
Materials: Cherry wood
Dimensions: Large - Width: 4¾”, Length: 6¾”, Handle: 4”
Small - Width: 5 ½”, Length: 8”, Handle: 4”
Care: Hand-wash with soap and water.
Ishikawa, Japan
Baby Bib
$ 28.00
This adorable baby bib is made by hand and designed to survive every mess and spill your little one can throw at it. Made from all-natural, gentle cotton gauze, this lightweight bib is made with natural dyes and cleaned using wazarashi, a laborious four-day process that removes impurities from the cotton fibers. The gauzy cotton textile is easy to clean and absorbent. Available in two sizes, it features adjustable ties to fit your little one.
Please note - This product is made to order. Please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. If you have any questions, please email us at info@rikumo.com.
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. The result is super soft, all-natural bedding and sleepwear that soothes you into the best sleep of your life.
Materials: 100% cotton
Dimensions: Height: 7” Width: 12”
Care: Machine wash with like colors in warm water (40℃) inside a mesh bag. Do not use bleach. Reshape item while damp. Hang dry in a shady area. Iron on medium if needed.
Kyoto, Japan
Bamboo Matcha Whisk, Masuho
$ 56.00
The bamboo matcha whisk, also known as chasen, is traditionally used to prepare matcha tea in the Japanese tea ceremony. It is made by taking a piece of Henon bamboo and splitting its upper base by hand into extra-fine rods. Those rods are then shaved into thin tines that produce the frothy consistency matcha. The unsplit part of the bamboo forms the whisk handle, a reminder of the past life of this artful tool. Every part of the making process is done by hand with careful precision and focus. The thoughtful nature of its craftsmanship ensures the highest quality drinking matcha, making the chasen an essential utensil for tea connoisseurs and budding masters alike.
The Masuho Matcha Whisk has a curved bell shape that is ideal for preparing both usucha (light, or “thin” matcha) and koicha (strong, or “thick” matcha that is shared between several guests). Crafted by hand, the Masuho Matcha Whisk is designed for use by the Urasenke tea school.
Materials: Bamboo
Dimensions: Length: 5", Width: 2 1/2"
Care: Hand-wash only with no soap or detergents, and dry immediately after each use. When making matcha, be careful not to use too much force and scrape the bottom of the cup with the tips- because this will cause them to bend or break. Since bamboo is a natural material, minor fraying of strands may occur over time- prolong the lifespan of its tines by storing it on a ceramic whisk stand.
Nara, Japan
