Good Design
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
CALM Light
$ 75.00
Fearlessly embrace the night with the CALM Light. This simple lighting solution can be easily installed without any need for an outlet, and automatically lights up your space when the sun has set. During the day it acts as an inconspicuous piece of home decor in your choice of Walnut, Maple, and Cherry. The LED light source creates no heat and is powered by two AA batteries that can be recharged via microUSB. Winner of the 2015 Good Design Award.
About Twodo
Lighting brand Twodo was created by the Shindo Electric Design company to bring to life the designs by engineers Masahiko Shindo and Kozo Ando. With the goal of creating new lighting concepts that focus heavily on simplicity and functionality, they fabricate unique lights that exude style and warmth.
Materials: Oil finished natural wood, ABS, Acrylic
Dimensions: L: 2.56” x W: 2.56” x H: .79”
Light source: LED（Warm White 2700K）
Power supply: Built-in AA size rechargeable battery x 2 (Can be replaced with commercially available AA batteries)
Battery life: More than 1 month per charge (when lighting for 12 hours a day) Built-in battery can be charged 2100 times.
Katagami, Japan
Chikuno Cube - Natural Air Purifier
$ 31.00
The Chikuno Cube is a natural air purifier made from activated charcoal and clay minerals. Its porous nature allows this purifier to draw out impurities from the air. The micro-honeycomb structure of the cube is engineered to optimize the total surface area of the charcoal and amplify its effectiveness, absorbing odors and moisture in enclosed spaces of up to 17 sq. ft.
This eco-friendly cube works best in enclosed spaces like small bathrooms, cars or refrigerators, and can be recycled after one year of use. Set it in any small space and feel the air become naturally pure and wholesome.
Winner of the 2008 Japanese Good Design Award.
About Activated Charcoal
A natural resource since ancient times, activated charcoal is an eco-friendly natural purifier renowned for its incredible absorbency. Its porous structure is filled with hundreds of microscopic cavities that trap and neutralize odors.
Materials: Bamboo activated charcoal, clay
Dimensions: Height: 1½” Width: 1½” Length: 1½” .
Care Instructions: Refresh cubes by exposing to direct sunlight for at least six hours each month. This helps to release trapped odors and extends the cube's lifespan.
Kyoto, Japan
Chikuno Cube House - Natural Air Purifier
$ 72.00
The Chikuno Cube is a natural air purifier made from activated charcoal and clay minerals. Its porous nature allows this purifier to draw out impurities from the air. The micro-honeycomb structure of the cube is engineered to optimize the total surface area of the charcoal and amplify its effectiveness, absorbing odors and moisture in enclosed spaces of up to 17 sq. ft.
This eco-friendly cube works best in enclosed spaces like small bathrooms, cars or refrigerators, and can be recycled after one year of use. The Chikuno Cube House includes one to four cubes for enhanced surface area and a wooden geometric base for display. Set it in any small space and feel the air become naturally pure and wholesome.
Winner of the 2008 Japanese Good Design Award.
About Activated Charcoal:
A natural resource since ancient times, activated charcoal is an eco-friendly natural purifier renowned for its incredible absorbency. Its porous structure is filled with hundreds of microscopic cavities that trap and neutralize odors.
Materials: Bamboo activated charcoal, clay
Dimensions: Small - Height: 3” Width: 2½” Depth: 1½”
Large - Height: 6” Width: 5” Depth: 1½”
Care Instructions: Refresh cubes by exposing to direct sunlight for at least six hours each month. This helps to release trapped odors and extends the cube's lifespan.
Kyoto, Japan
Goat's Milk Travel Soap
$ 16.00
A pack of miniature travel soaps to take with you during business trips or family visits. Fragrance-free and especially kind to sensitive skin, these cold process soaps are handmade with milk from grass-fed goats raised on the workshop’s premises. Sweet almond and jojoba oils produce a soft, gentle lather to massage your face, body, and even hair up to three times. Individually wrapped for portability, these artisanal soaps also make wonderful hostess gifts.
Winner of 2013 Good Design Award.
About the Workshop
Nestled in a coastal village in Hyago, the Marubishi workshop has been making artisanal soaps since 1945. Their soaps are made with 100% natural ingredients and no preservatives, with a mission to highlight the traditional botanical resources of Japan.
Ingredients: Goat Milk, Olive Oil, Palm Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Cocoa Butter, Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, Water, Sodium hydroxide.
Dimensions: 0.4" x 0.8" (for each piece- set includes 16 pieces)
Hyogo, Japan
Karmi Tea Canister - Kama
$ 202.00
Keep your favorite tea leaves, coffee, and spices fresh and ready for use with this stunning example of Yamanaka lacquerware. Each piece in this collection is made from solid Cherry Birch Wood and is expertly turned by a craftsman before being lacquered and dried over the course of nearly a year. This level of detail results in a nearly airtight seal despite being made from wood.
Specifically designed with matcha in mind, this style features a second inner lid to prevent spills. Holds 100g.
About Gato
Gato’s collection of Japanese wood and lacquer works is native to the Yamanaka region of Japan. The centuries-old manufacturing process is as delicate and detailed as the pieces themselves. From precise carving to meticulous lacquering, modern Japanese woodworking molds traditional methods into contemporary shapes. The results are elegant, amazingly lightweight pieces that are as functional as they are beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware on our journal!
Materials: Cherry Birch Wood
Dimensions: Height: 4½” Diameter: 2½”
Care: Gato woodworks are not microwave or dishwasher safe. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
Yamanaka, Japan
Karmi Tea Canister, Toku
$ 218.00
Keep your favorite tea leaves, coffee, and spices fresh and ready for use with this stunning example of Yamanaka lacquerware. Each piece in this collection is made from solid Cherry Birch Wood and is expertly turned by a craftsman before being lacquered and dried over the course of nearly a year. This level of detail results in a nearly airtight seal despite being made from wood.
Specifically designed with matcha in mind, this style features a second inner lid to prevent spills. Holds 100g.
About Gato
Gato’s collection of Japanese wood and lacquer works is native to the Yamanaka region of Japan. The centuries-old manufacturing process is as delicate and detailed as the pieces themselves. From precise carving to meticulous lacquering, modern Japanese woodworking molds traditional methods into contemporary shapes. The results are elegant, amazingly lightweight pieces that are as functional as they are beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware on our journal!
Materials: Cherry Birch Wood
Dimensions: Height: 4½” Diameter: 2½”
Care: Gato woodworks are not microwave or dishwasher safe. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
Yamanaka, Japan
Karmi Tea Canister, Za
$ 126.00
Keep your favorite tea leaves, coffee, and spices fresh and ready for use with this stunning example of Yamanaka lacquerware. Each piece in this collection is made from solid Cherry Birch Wood and is expertly turned by a craftsman before being lacquered and dried over the course of nearly a year. This level of detail results in a nearly airtight seal despite being made from wood.
This canister is shorter than the others. Holds 50g.
About Gato
Gato’s collection of Japanese wood and lacquer works is native to the Yamanaka region of Japan. The centuries-old manufacturing process is as delicate and detailed as the pieces themselves. From precise carving to meticulous lacquering, modern Japanese woodworking molds traditional methods into contemporary shapes. The results are elegant, amazingly lightweight pieces that are as functional as they are beautiful.
Read more about Yamanaka lacquerware on our journal!
Materials: Cherry Birch Wood
Dimensions: Height: 1½” Diameter: 3½”
Care: Gato woodworks are not microwave or dishwasher safe. Wash by hand and dry immediately.
Yamanaka, Japan
OBand Rubber Bands
$ 7.00
These rubber bands are perfect for those with a discerning eye for desk accouterments. Flexible and ready for any tasks, they bring a touch of class to your binding needs. The box features a convenient cutout so it can easily live on your desk.
Winner of the 2013 Good Design Award.
About OBand Rubber Bands
OBand rubber bands have been a familiar product in Japan since the Taisho period, and are made from pure rubber that has an amber hue. Because of their distinctive color, they are sometimes known as “ame bands” due to their resemblance to Bontan Ame, a popular citrus candy.
Materials: Natural rubber
Dimensions: Length: 5.27” x Width: 3.7” x Height: 1.85”
Osaka, Japan
Sake Travel Soap
$ 16.00
These miniature cold process soaps are made with premium sake from a 260-year old Kobe brewery. It is said that the natural amino acids found in sake have given brewers silky-smooth hands for centuries. Luxurious hinoki and camellia oils lather up to massage your face, body, and even hair up to three times. Individually wrapped for portability, these artisanal soaps are perfect for traveling on a business trip or a family holiday, and also make wonderful hostess gifts.
Winner of 2013 Good Design Award.
About the Workshop:
Nestled in a coastal village in Hyago, the Marubishi workshop has been making artisanal soaps since 1945. Their soaps are made with 100% natural ingredients and no preservatives, with a mission to highlight the traditional botanical resources of Japan.
Ingredients: Rice fermentation liquor (sake), Olive Oil, Sesame Oil, Castor oil, Rice Bran Oil, Camellia Oil, Hinoki Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, Palm Oil, Sodium hydroxide.
Dimensions: 0.4" x 0.8" (for each piece- set includes 16 pieces)
Hyogo, Japan
Shinanoki Wooden Tray
$ 50.00
A 2017 Good Design award winner, this simple rectangular tray is manufactured by artisans in the Kagawa prefecture. An exercise in straightforward design, they are nearly completely flat with a pleasing curve at the edge that securely holds whatever it is you wish to carry and is a pleasure to grip with your fingertips. Effective and long-lasting, they are tested to ensure over 3,000 washes and is entirely food safe.
Care Instructions
Handle carefully when in use. Bending or dropping may cause cracks and chips. Although it is highly waterproof, stains may set if left in contact so ensure spills are promptly wiped up. While dishwasher safe, you will get the most longevity by handwashing when needed.
*Please note - Due to the nature of wood, this product may warp if exposed to excessive atmospheric moisture or not properly maintained.
Materials: Wood
Dimensions: Small: L: 12.8" x W: 9.4" x H: .47". Large: L: 15.6" x W: 11.2" x H: .47"
Kagawa, Japan
Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Tongs
$ 40.00
Designed by legendary product designer Sori Yanagi, this all-purpose kitchen tool is constructed from a single sheet of stainless steel. The elegant, streamlined silhouette is sturdy enough for everyday use and easy to clean.
Winner of the 1998 Good Design Award
About Sori Yanagi
Legendary designer Sori Yanagi is known as the heir of the Japanese folk art movement. His inventive product designs, from common kitchenware to the famed Butterfly Chair, were the catalyst for the rise of modernist Japanese design after the 1950s. His kitchen tools embody his values of simplicity and practicality, celebrating organic form above trends, beauty above superficiality, and efficiency above frivolity.
Materials: Stainless Steel
Dimensions: Length: 8½" Width: 2"
Care: Dishwasher Safe
Niigata, Japan
Trusco Tool Box, T-150
$ 22.00
Trusco tool boxes have developed a cult following among makers and hobbyists for their durability, versatility, and inimitable craftsmanship. Made from pressed steel, these endlessly useful storage boxes combine the industrial look of vintage toolboxes with the precision of modern engineering. The T-150 model was designed for easy storage and features corner dents on the cover and base for stacking. It can even be used as a storage unit in your drawers for art supplies, maintenance tools, your sewing kit, or whatever else you may need.
About Trusco
Trusco was founded in 1959 as a pro tool manufacturer to support Japan’s manufacturing industry. The name Trusco comes from the words “Trust” and “Company” for their commitment to honest business practices. Trusco toolboxes have become staples in garages and tool sheds throughout Japan, and have developed a cult following amongst design aficionados for their simple, pared-down design and impeccable quality.
Materials: Painted Steel
Dimensions: Length: 6.1" Width: 7.7" Height: 2.1"
Care: Use a steel cleaner with a clean rag or cloth
Fukui, Japan
Trusco Tool Box, T-190
$ 26.00
Trusco tool boxes have developed a cult following among makers and hobbyists for their durability, versatility, and inimitable craftsmanship. Made from pressed steel, these endlessly useful storage boxes combine the industrial look of vintage toolboxes with the precision of modern engineering. The T-190 model was designed for easy storage and features corner dents on the cover and base for stacking. It can even be used as a storage unit in your drawers for art supplies, your sewing kit, school supplies, or whatever else you may need.
About Trusco
Trusco was founded in 1959 as a pro tool manufacturer to support Japan’s manufacturing industry. The name Trusco comes from the words “Trust” and “Company” for their commitment to honest business practices. Trusco toolboxes have become staples in garages and tool sheds throughout Japan, and have developed a cult following amongst design aficionados for their simple, pared-down design and impeccable quality.
Materials: Painted Steel
Dimensions: Length: 8.0" Width: 4.3" Height: 2.2"
Care: Use a steel cleaner with a clean rag or cloth.
Fukui, Japan
Trusco Tool Box, T-320
$ 36.00
Trusco tool boxes have developed a cult following among makers and hobbyists for their durability, versatility, and inimitable craftsmanship. Made from pressed steel, these endlessly useful storage boxes combine the industrial look of vintage toolboxes with the precision of modern engineering. The T-320 model is a medium-sized flat box with a collapsible handle and a metal latch with space for a 25mm padlock. Use to store art supplies, tools, your sewing kit, or whatever else you may need.
About Trusco
Trusco was founded in 1959 as a pro tool manufacturer to support Japan’s manufacturing industry. The name Trusco comes from the words “Trust” and “Company” for their commitment to honest business practices. Trusco toolboxes have become staples in garages and tool sheds throughout Japan, and have developed a cult following amongst design aficionados for their simple, pared-down design and impeccable quality.
Materials: Painted Steel
Dimensions: Length: 13.4" Width: 5.4" Height: 3.8"
Care: Use a steel cleaner with a clean rag or cloth
Fukui, Japan
Trusco Tool Box, Y-350
$ 46.00
Trusco tool boxes have developed a cult following among makers and hobbyists for their durability, versatility, and inimitable craftsmanship. Made from pressed steel, these endlessly useful storage boxes combine the industrial look of vintage toolboxes with the precision of modern engineering. The Y-350 model features a peaked roof to store bulky tools, a collapsible handle for easy storage, and a metal latch with space for a 25mm padlock. Use to store art supplies, tools, your sewing kit, or whatever else you may need.
About Trusco
Trusco was founded in 1959 as a pro tool manufacturer to support Japan’s manufacturing industry. The name Trusco comes from the words “Trust” and “Company” for their commitment to honest business practices. Trusco toolboxes have become staples in garages and tool sheds throughout Japan, and have developed a cult following amongst design aficionados for their simple, pared-down design and impeccable quality.
Materials: Painted Steel
Dimensions: Length: 14.7" Width: 6.5" Height: 4.9"
Care: Use a steel cleaner with a clean rag or cloth
Fukui, Japan
Walnut Wooden Tray
$ 50.00
A 2017 Good Design award winner, this simple rectangular tray is manufactured by artisans in the Kagawa prefecture. An exercise in straightforward design, they are nearly completely flat with a pleasing curve at the edge that securely holds whatever it is you wish to carry and is a pleasure to grip with your fingertips. Effective and long-lasting, they are tested to ensure over 3,000 washes and is entirely food safe.
Care Instructions
Handle carefully when in use. Bending or dropping may cause cracks and chips. Although it is highly waterproof, stains may set if left in contact so ensure spills are promptly wiped up. While dishwasher safe, you will get the most longevity by handwashing when needed.
*Please note - Due to the nature of wood, this product may warp if exposed to excessive atmospheric moisture or not properly maintained.
Materials: Wood
Dimensions: Small: L: 12.8" x W: 9.4" x H: .47". Large: L: 15.6" x W: 11.2" x H: .47"
Kagawa, Japan
Zebra Blen Pen 0.5 Bk Brl
$ 3.25
This pen is the result of a collaboration between stationery brand Zebra and design studio nendo. This project was intended to be like a compact car: aka - practical and comfortable with great handling. Design features include a low center of gravity to increase comfort, internal springs to reduce pen noise, a satisfying clicker action, and rubberized grip.
Available in .5mm black, red, or blue ink (Zebra emulsion gel) with a black, grey, or white barrel.
About nendo
nendo is a design studio that was created in 2002 by acclaimed designer Oki Sato. From their offices in Tokyo, Milan, and Singapore they design furniture, interiors, household products, and art objects that are simple yet ingenious. Their name; “Nendo” means free-form clay in Japanese and symbolizes their approach to creativity and design.
Materials: Plastic, Metal, Rubber, Ink
Dimensions: Length: 5.7" Diameter: .36"
Tokyo, Japan
Zebra Blen Pen 0.5 Gy Brl
$ 3.25
This pen is the result of a collaboration between stationery brand Zebra and design studio nendo. This project was intended to be like a compact car: aka - practical and comfortable with great handling. Design features include a low center of gravity to increase comfort, internal springs to reduce pen noise, a satisfying clicker action, and rubberized grip.
Available in .5mm black, red, or blue ink (Zebra emulsion gel) with a black, grey, or white barrel.
About nendo
nendo is a design studio that was created in 2002 by acclaimed designer Oki Sato. From their offices in Tokyo, Milan, and Singapore they design furniture, interiors, household products, and art objects that are simple yet ingenious. Their name; “Nendo” means free-form clay in Japanese and symbolizes their approach to creativity and design.
Materials: Plastic, Metal, Rubber, Ink
Dimensions: Length: 5.7" Diameter: .36"
Tokyo, Japan
Zebra Blen Pen 0.5 Wh Brl
$ 3.25
This pen is the result of a collaboration between stationery brand Zebra and design studio nendo. This project was intended to be like a compact car: aka - practical and comfortable with great handling. Design features include a low center of gravity to increase comfort, internal springs to reduce pen noise, a satisfying clicker action, and rubberized grip.
Available in .5mm black, red, or blue ink (Zebra emulsion gel) with a black, grey, or white barrel.
About nendo
nendo is a design studio that was created in 2002 by acclaimed designer Oki Sato. From their offices in Tokyo, Milan, and Singapore they design furniture, interiors, household products, and art objects that are simple yet ingenious. Their name; “Nendo” means free-form clay in Japanese and symbolizes their approach to creativity and design.
Materials: Plastic, Metal, Rubber, Ink
Dimensions: Length: 5.7" Diameter: .36"
Tokyo, Japan
