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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
Aeka Wood Lacquer Soup Bowl
$ 80.00
In a traditional Japanese meal, soup is sipped straight from the bowl, thus the refined curves of each Aeka piece are designed to sit perfectly in your hand. Made from Japanese Horse Chestnut wood, every Aeka bowl is made by hand and lightly coated in a durable lacquer. Its impeccable design, sculptural form, and weightlessness suggest both an innate strength and a graceful fragility.
Materials: Japanese Horse Chestnut
Dimensions: Height: 3¼ ” Diameter: 5”
Care: Not microwave or dishwasher safe.
Yamanaka, Japan
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" |
Albata Petit Creamer
$ 55.00
These miniature creamers are commonly used in Japanese coffee shops to add just a little bit of milk or cream to your coffee. Hand-hammered and intricately detailed, this little creamer is sure to add a little smile to your caffeine habit.
About Miho NishikawaMiho Nishikawa is an award-winning metalwork artist who works with silver, brass and albata to create beautifully detailed but rustic accessories. Nishikawa is trained and currently works in Kanazawa, which is an UNESCO-appointed city of Crafts and Folk Art in Japan for its tradition of metalwork artistry.
Materials: albata (copper, zinc, nickel), brass
Dimensions: Small - Height: 1" Diameter: ¾"
Large - Height: 1½" Diameter: ¾"
Care: Polish with an acidic substance to return luster.
Kanazawa, Japan
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” |
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
Azmaya Mini Tea Mug
$ 52.00
With a short, handleless form that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, this little mug is the perfect companion to our Azmaya Tea Mug. This artisan-made cup comes in two separate styles: a contemporary off-white matte glaze with a smooth touch, and a beige style with a primitive, sand-like texture.
Materials: clay
Dimensions: Height: 3” Diameter: 3”
Volume: 10 oz
Care: Handwash only.
Ishikawa, Japan
Bath Tissue Holder
$ 190.00
These beautiful bath tissue holders are crafted from brass and iron, and mount to the wall for easy access. The simple yet clever design adds a touch of elegance to the everyday while the exposed brass gives the holder an industrial sensibility. Please note: brass will oxidize and change color into a rich antique patina over the years.
Please note - This product is made to order. Please allow 4-8 weeks for delivery. If you have any questions, please email us at info@rikumo.com.
Materials: Brass/IronDimensions: Height: 3” Width: 6½”
Nagoya, Japan
Blanche Towel
$ 17.00
This simple, lightweight towel has a cross-stitch pile weave and vintage sensibility. The linen material gives these towels a distinctively pale hue. Kontex towels are made using a traditional low speed weaving method, resulting in soft and gauzy towels.
Materials: 98% Cotton, 2% Linen
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
| Bath Towel (L) | 19½” x 42½” |
| Hand Towel (M) | 14½” x 30¼” |
| Washcloth (S) | 14½” x 15” |
Botanical Air Essential Oils
$ 20.00
Our essential oils are extracted by capturing aroma compounds from plants, fruits, and other natural resources with steam. From citrus to cedarwood, these oils create a tapestry of aromatic impressions that lift your mood, restore your energy and combat stress.
Eucalyptus Lavender
A soothing, spring-like scent. Studies have shown that lavender aids memory retention and has a calming effect on those suffering from anxiety. Eucalyptus has a fresh and clean aroma that opens up airways and helps with congestion.
Ingredients: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosalina
Volume: .33 oz
Made in the USA
Bergamot Mandarin
Known as “the sunshine oil”, bergamot is produced from orange rind, and along with mandarin has a clean and zesty scent. The combination is believed to inspire positive energy and uplift your mood.
Ingredients: Bergamot, Orange, Mandarin
Volume: .33 oz
Made in the USA
Frankincense Wood
A clean, dry aroma with pepper and spicy tones. Frankincense has sedative qualities that give a feeling of inner peace and helps the body sleep better. Ho wood and sandalwood notes add a deep, homey smokiness.
Ingredients: Frankincense, Ho Wood, Sandalwood
Volume: .33 oz
Made in the USA
Brass Candle Stand
$ 180.00
The raw casting surface of this candle stand and its soft, golden color adds richness and a sense of antiquity to this heirloom-worthy piece. Made entirely of cast brass with clean, refined curves, this candle stand lights up your holiday table all year long.
Materials: brassDimensions: Height: 1" Diameter: 4¾"
Tokaoka, Japan
Brass Shoe Horn
$ 45.00
Inspired by vintage shoe horns, these pieces are handmade from brass and strips of tanned leather. Each has a small pattern hand-embossed on the brass, giving each shoe horn a unique sensibility. Each shoe horn features a small leather tag for easy hanging and storage.
About Miho Nishikawa
Miho Nishikawa is an award-winning metalworks artist who works with silver, brass and albata to create beautifully detailed but rustic accessories. Nishikawa is trained and currently works in Kanazawa, which is an UNESCO-appointed city of Crafts and Folk Art in Japan for its tradition of metalwork artistry.
How to Use: Press shoehorn against shoe counter to gently pull the leather back. Ease foot into the opening of the shoe and use the shoehorn as a little slide to glide your foot comfortably inside.
The small shoe horn can be used for children, while medium size is used for loafers and oxfords, and the long size is used for boots.
Materials: brass, leather
Dimensions: Small - Width: 1½" Length: 2½" Strap: 3"
Medium - Width: 1½" Length: 4½" Strap: 3"
Large - Width: 1½" Length: 6" Strap: 3½" *comes with ring
Kanazawa, Japan
Bubble Champagne Flute
$ 112.00
The Awa Glass is a dignified and stunning modern champagne glass made by glass artisan Kenji Matsuura. The deceptively simple design reveals a flurry of carbonated glass bubbles inside, bringing a special charm to any festive drink. Whether you're ringing in the new year or celebrating a birthday, the Bubble Champagne Flute lights up every special occasion.
Comes with wooden gift box.
Materials: Glass
Dimensions: Height: 7” Diameter: 2”
Volume: 5 oz.
Care: Hand-wash with soap and water.
Chiba, Japan
Ceramic City Bud Vase No. 1
$ 65.00
Each of these quaint houses is sculpted and glazed by the hands of artist Yukiko Ohnakahara. When arranged together, these beautiful bud vases resemble the ceramic skyline of a little Japanese village. Ideal for a simple sprig of eucalyptus or a single delicate flower, the Ceramic City Vase brings a homemade charm to any tabletop.
Every vase in the Ceramic City series is one of a kind. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara: Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the handmade aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 3.7" Width: 2.2"
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Bud Vase No. 3
$ 65.00
Each of these quaint houses is sculpted and glazed by the hands of artist Yukiko Ohnakahara. When arranged together, these beautiful bud vases resemble the ceramic skyline of a little Japanese village. Ideal for a simple sprig of eucalyptus or a single delicate flower, the Ceramic City Vase brings a homemade charm to any tabletop.
Every vase in the Ceramic City series is one of a kind. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara
Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the handmade aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions:Height: 3.1" Width: 2.2"
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Bud Vase No. 7
$ 65.00
Each of these quaint houses is sculpted and glazed by the hands of artist Yukiko Ohnakahara. When arranged together, these beautiful bud vases resemble the ceramic skyline of a little Japanese village. Ideal for a simple sprig of eucalyptus or a single delicate flower, the Ceramic City Vase brings a homemade charm to any tabletop.
Every vase in the Ceramic City series is one of a kind. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara
Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the handmade aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 2.75" Width: 2.25"
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Bud Vase No. 8
$ 65.00
Each of these quaint houses is sculpted and glazed by the hands of artist Yukiko Ohnakahara. When arranged together, these beautiful bud vases resemble the ceramic skyline of a little Japanese village. Ideal for a simple sprig of eucalyptus or a single delicate flower, the Ceramic City Vase brings a homemade charm to any tabletop.
Every vase in the Ceramic City series is one of a kind. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara: Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the handmade aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 3.5" Width: 2"
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Decorative Tile - No. 3
$ 55.00
Looking through the Ceramic City Decorative Tile is like looking out of a window into a little Japanese dream city. With every little building and looming cloud, artist Yukiko Ohnakahara captures scenes of daily city life as seen through her own eyes. A companion to our Ceramic City Bud Vase series, this handmade art tile features a hollow space on the back for easy hanging.
This collection features several different styles of ceramic tiles, all sold individually. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara
Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the craft aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 2 ¾” Length: 2 ¾”
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Decorative Tile - No. 5
$ 55.00
Looking through the Ceramic City Decorative Tile is like looking out of a window into a little Japanese dream city. With every little building and looming cloud, artist Yukiko Ohnakahara captures scenes of daily city life as seen through her own eyes. A companion to our Ceramic City Bud Vase series, this handmade art tile features a hollow space on the back for easy hanging.
This collection features several different styles of ceramic tiles, all sold individually. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara
Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the craft aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 2 ¾” Length: 2 ¾”
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Decorative Tile - No. 7
$ 55.00
Looking through the Ceramic City Decorative Tile is like looking out of a window into a little Japanese dream city. With every little building and looming cloud, artist Yukiko Ohnakahara captures scenes of daily city life as seen through her own eyes. A companion to our Ceramic City Bud Vase series, this handmade art tile features a hollow space on the back for easy hanging.
This collection features several different styles of ceramic tiles, all sold individually. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara
Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the craft aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 2 ¾” Length: 2 ¾”
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Ceramic City Decorative Tile - No. 8
$ 55.00
Looking through the Ceramic City Decorative Tile is like looking out of a window into a little Japanese dream city. With every little building and looming cloud, artist Yukiko Ohnakahara captures scenes of daily city life as seen through her own eyes. A companion to our Ceramic City Bud Vase series, this handmade art tile features a hollow space on the back for easy hanging.
This collection features several different styles of ceramic tiles, all sold individually. Only one available in each style.
About Yukiko Ohnakahara
Yukiko Ohnakahara is a Japanese multimedia artist who has held solo and group exhibitions throughout Tokyo. In 2011 she opened her own store in Yanaka Tokyo making handmade wares like our bird mobile and handmade potholder. Her work plays on the craft aesthetic, using recycled materials and imperfect details to enhance the unique quality of each piece.
Dimensions: Height: 2 ¾” Length: 2 ¾”
Materials: Clay; White Glaze
Tokyo, Japan
Cha Tea Set
$ 45.00
A selection of fine Japanese green teas to indulge your senses. Presented as a seasonal harvest, this exquisite collection introduces you to the diverse world of green tea and all of its delights. Summer rain, autumn fields, and spring gardens await to be discovered inside this box, a beautiful gift to be sampled, shared and enjoyed. Includes three packets holding samples of Kanaya Midori, Hojicha, and Genmaicha respectively.
JAS and USDA certified organic.
Ingredients: organic green tea, roasted rice grains.Quantity: Genmaicha 50g, Hojicha 30g, Kanaya Midori 50g
Kirishima, Japan
Chambray Gauze Blanket
$ 231.00
The chambray gauze blanket is an airy extra-large blanket made of woven cotton and wool fibers. Its meticulous chambray weave combines white and blue threads for a soft and durable textile in unique shades of sky blue and dark navy. Take it with you for nights at the beach, or use indoors during the brisk fall months- this thin but incredibly warm blanket is perfect for any season.
Materials: 60% Cotton, 40% Wool
Dimensions: Width: 53¼”, Length: 86½”
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
Chidoriya Essential Oil - Hinoki
$ 22.50
Transport yourself to a Japanese forest with the bracing scent of fresh hinoki. Hinoki oil is pressed from the wood of treasured Japanese cypress, which is commonly used in the construction of temples, sacred shrines, and baths throughout Japan. Its distinct forest scent is said to promote deep relaxation and relieve stress; it is also the most well-known of the Japanese native oils. This multipurpose essential oil can be used with an aroma diffuser, in the bath to improve circulation, or mixed with a carrier oil for a personal fragrance and massage oil for hair and skin.
Made with all-natural materials, not tested on animals.
About Chidoriya
As beautiful and mysterious as a delicate flower, Japanese geisha were once revered for their immaculate skin and refined beauty. Inspired by their secret skincare routines, Chidoriya has been creating natural and organic skin care products since 1949. Each product is made by hand in the USA using traditional Japanese ingredients and techniques passed down through the generations. Learn more about Chidoriya and their rich history on our Journal.
Ingredients: 100% Pure Hinoki Essential Oil.
How to Use: Add a few drops to the bath or an aroma diffuser. To create a body fragrance or aromatic massage oil, mix with a carrier oil like the Chidoriya Pure Camellia Oil. Please do not apply essential oil directly on the skin without diluting it first, as it can cause irritation and inflammation.
Volume: 0.33 oz
Made in the USA
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