New Arrivals
Elemense Incense- Sekishin, 40 pc.
$ 40.00
For those looking for inspiration or inner peace, a moment of quiet can make a world of difference. Elemense incense infuses the air with aromatic spirits that draw your senses into the transcendent world of contemplation. Watch as the incense smoke coils and extends around you. Listen to the quiet fall of ash as time slowly burns through the stick. Feel the fragrance gently enveloping you, transporting you into another world. Sekishin represents the element of "metal" and features grounding notes of agarwood, citse, pink pepper, and everlasting.
Elemense incense sticks are thicker width than normal Japanese incense, bringing an intense scent reminiscent of palo santo. Each box contains 40 sticks of incense packed in a wooden tray with a specially designed metal burner.
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: Agarwood, Citse, Pink Pepper, Everlasting
Dimensions: Length: 6.75” Width: 2.5”
How to Use: Light the tip of the incense and blow out the flame immediately. Keep away from flammable objects.
Tokyo, Japan
Binchotan Potting Charcoal
$ 12.00
Only available for a limited time.
While most people believe that house plants die from neglect, over-watering, bacterial growth, and root rot are actually the most common things to kill your green friends. By providing a healthy environment for roots to thrive and water to drain, you can keep them alive for years to come.
These small pieces of Binchotan Charcoal are ideal for creating a healthy environment for terrariums and providing drainage for temperamental houseplants.
Using it is easy:
- For houseplants: Add a few inches of Binchotan Potting Charcoal to the bottom of a pot before adding soil. This allows excess water to pool away from the roots and is especially important for planters without a drainage hole.
- For terrariums: Add a layer of Binchotan Potting Charcoal on top of gravel at the bottom of your container. Next, add a layer of sphagnum moss and fill with succulent potting mix before planting. The charcoal layer will help minimize odors and bacteria and is a must for closed terrariums.
About Binchotan Charcoal
Binchotan is a premium activated charcoal that has been revered in Japan for centuries as a natural air and water purifier. Possessing powerful purification and detoxifying properties, Binchotan is included in a number of beauty and wellness goods where it helps to cleanse on a microscopic level.
See our line of Binchotan products here, and learn more on the Rikumo Journal.
Materials: Binchotan Charcoal
Dimensions: Large - Approx. 310g, Small - Approx. 195g
Wakayama, Japan
Camphor Lavender Aroma Body Oil Treatment
$ 50.00
Just a small dab of this hydrating body oil is all that’s needed to deeply repair dry and cracked skin. Rice bran oil, argan oil, and squalane oil combine to penetrate deep into your skin while camphor and lavender oils lift your spirits. This oil will prevent dryness and protect your skin throughout the day.
About KUSU HANDMADE
KUSU HANDMADE was created to celebrate Japan’s largest hardwood, the mighty camphor tree. Camphor (Kusunoki in Japan), is a highly revered tree with powerful aromatic leaves that yield an oil that has been used since ancient times as a medicine, incense, and as a potent insect repellant. KUSU HANDMADE extracts their own in-house camphor oil to create honest products that will uplift your senses and ease your spirit.
Ingredients: Rice germ oil, Squalane, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Camphor Oil, Lavender Oil
Quantity: 50mL (1.69 oz)
Saga, Japan
Camphor Lavender Aroma Body Milk
$ 36.00
This rich body cream features the rejuvenating power of camphor and lavender oils with rice bran oil, argan oil, shea butter, and squalane oil. Pair with your favorite exfoliating routine to lock in a healthy amount of skin moisture, and let the relaxing aroma ease you into bliss.
About KUSU HANDMADE
KUSU HANDMADE was created to celebrate Japan’s largest hardwood, the mighty camphor tree. Camphor (Kusunoki in Japan), is a highly revered tree with powerful aromatic leaves that yield an oil that has been used since ancient times as a medicine, incense, and as a potent insect repellant. KUSU HANDMADE extracts their own in-house camphor oil to create honest products that will uplift your senses and ease your spirit.
Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Rice Germ Oil, Squalane, Dimethicone, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate (SE), Behenyl Alcohol, PPG-4 Ceteth-20, Shea Butter, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Carbomer, Hydroxylated Potassium, Camphor Oil, Lavender Oil, Phenoxyethanol
Quantity: 200mL (6.76 oz)
Saga, Japan
Camphor Lavender Aroma Body Soap
$ 29.00
This lush and sudsy body soap combines antibacterial camphor with stress-relieving lavender for a deep clean feeling that lasts all day. Made from 100% natural oils and vegetable-derived ingredients, it helps lock in moisture without feeling greasy.
About KUSU HANDMADE
KUSU HANDMADE was created to celebrate Japan’s largest hardwood, the mighty camphor tree. Camphor (Kusunoki in Japan), is a highly revered tree with powerful aromatic leaves that yield an oil that has been used since ancient times as a medicine, incense, and as a potent insect repellant. KUSU HANDMADE extracts their own in-house camphor oil to create honest products that will uplift your senses and ease your spirit.
Ingredients: Water, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Glycerin, Tea-Cocyl Alaninate, Isostearamidopropyl Betaine, DPG, PPG-4 Ceteth-20, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Camphor Oil, Lavender Oil
Quantity: 350mL (11.83 oz)
Saga, Japan
Camphor Lavender Aroma Bath Salt
$ 18.00
Upon opening this bag of restorative bath salts, you are greeted by the uplifting yet relaxing scent of 100% Japanese camphor and lavender. These oils are blended with natural lake salt from the Tibetan plateau that is perfectly sized for deep exfoliation. Use it for a relaxing bath or a repairing foot treatment.
About KUSU HANDMADE
KUSU HANDMADE was created to celebrate Japan’s largest hardwood, the mighty camphor tree. Camphor (Kusunoki in Japan), is a highly revered tree with powerful aromatic leaves that yield an oil that has been used since ancient times as a medicine, incense, and as a potent insect repellant. KUSU HANDMADE extracts their own in-house camphor oil to create honest products that will uplift your senses and ease your spirit.
Ingredients: Salt, Jojoba Seed Oil, Camphor Oil, Lavender Oil
Quantity: 200g
Saga, Japan
Sasawashi Bath Mat - Grey
$ 63.00
Made from a blend of washi paper and antibacterial Kumazasa plant fibers, this durable bath mat is as beautiful as it is functional. A natural textile with twice the absorbency of cotton, Sasawashi is a pill-free fabric that repels dust and powerfully absorbs water from the bath in seconds. With a subtle sand-like texture, the Sasawashi Bath Mat gently exfoliates and deodorizes your feet after the shower. Available in three different sizes to suit all types of bathrooms.
About Sasawashi
Sasawashi was founded as a reaction to the wastefulness and ephemeral lifespan of the textile industry. Made from absorbent washi (Japanese paper) threads infused with antibacterial Kumazasa plant fibers, this innovative fabric contains natural deodorizing properties that prevent mildew growth and fiber deterioration. From room shoes to scrub towels, every piece in the Sasawashi collection stays true to its founding principles: comfort, longevity, and simplicity.
Materials: Sasawashi Fabric, Polyester Non-Slip Backing, Acrylic Piping
Dimensions: Length: 25.5" Width: 18"
Care: Machine wash in a net with similar colors. Do no bleach or tumble dry.
Osaka, Japan
Bento Lunch Box - Crane
$ 26.00
Take your lunch with you wherever you go with this adorable bento box. The Japanese equivalent of your childhood lunch bag, bento boxes are partitioned stacking containers that are ideal for portion control and everyday carry. This Bento Lunch Box features a stacked modular design with two compartments to store salads, sandwiches, breakfast porridge, and just about anything you can eat. Each compartment has its own airtight lid, so you can store liquids and messy foods without risking a spill. A sturdy elastic keeps the box shut, while the cover can be flipped over and used as a portable plate. This whimsical bento box makes every lunch a treat.
About Bento
Bento is a typically homemade meal that is common in Japanese cuisine that is served in single-portion containers or boxes that range from pre-packaged and disposable bento boxes bought at convenience stores, to artisan-made boxes. Many people put significant time and effort into bento boxes for their loved ones, and there are currently many different styles of bento.
Materials: Unsaturated Polyester Resin (Cover); Saturated Polyester Resin, ABS Resin (Body); Polyethylene (Inner Cover); Urethane Paint (Finish)
Dimensions: Height: 4 ⅓" Width: 4" Length: 4"
Care: Microwave and dishwasher safe, except for inner cover.
Osaka, Japan
Piet Bath Mat
$ 68.00
The Piet Bath Mat, with its bold colors and eye-catching design, pays homage to the contemporary artists that helped usher art into the 20th century and will look like art in your home. Made from a blend of cotton and linen, it Towel will become softer with use all while remaining amazingly absorbent.
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.
Materials: 85% Cotton, 15% Linen
Dimensions: 26" L x 18.11" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
Piet Towel
$ 38.00
The Piet Towel, with its bold colors and eye-catching design, pays homage to the contemporary artists that helped usher art into the 20th century and will look like art in your home. Made from a blend of cotton and linen, the Piet Towel will become softer with use all while remaining amazingly absorbent. We love how the look of this towel changes depending on how it is folded. This style features a convenient tab for hanging.
Also available in a bath mat.
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.
Materials: 85% Cotton, 15% Linen
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
Dimensions:
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Hand Towel |
33.5" L x 15.75" W |
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Bath Towel |
55" L x 31.5" W |
Plush Friend
$ 28.00
These small and squeezable plushies are made from the same safe and soft materials as Kontex’s towels. Each friend sports a blissful expression and flattering striped shirt slow-woven from organic cotton. These toys are perfect for young children and will make a friend for life.
About Kontex
Since 1934, Kontex has been crafting high-quality towels in Imabari, Japan. The secret to Kontex' softness is in the manufacturing process. Each towel is made from fine, garment quality thread that’s loosely twisted for the highest level of softness. Such threads would break on modern weaving machines, thus Kontex towels are gently woven on traditional, low-speed machines to maintain the integrity of the thread and achieve a level of softness that modern machines cannot produce.
Materials: Outer - 100% Organic Cotton; Fill - 100% Polyester
Dimensions: 5.9" H x 2.36" W
Care: Machine wash with like colors in warm water (40℃) inside a mesh bag. Do not use bleach.
Imabari, Japan
Sumi Long Plate
$ 43.00
A lesson in wabi-sabi (beauty that is "imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete"), the Sumi collection from Forchetta features an eye-catching finish that proudly displays hairline cracks and scratches that add to its austere beauty while remaining structurally robust. The Long Plate is especially rustic and makes an impressive serving platter.
About Forchetta
Forchetta creates handmade ceramics in a small workshop in Tokyo, Japan. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful imperfections found in nature, their wish is for you to cherish the things you use on a daily basis. In the same way that your morning coffee seems to taste better when served in your favorite mug, they hope to create vessels that you can use every day to improve the status quo.
Please note that due to the handmade nature of this product, some variations in shape and finish is to be expected.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: L: 8.5” x W: 3.25” x D: .39”
Care: Handwash and dry.
Tokyo, Japan
Ivory Glaze Square Plate
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A square plate with Forchetta’s characteristic white glaze. Simple and unassuming, it is designed to showcase whatever you might place on top. The rustic glaze has a rich expression and features a hint of blue tint. Completely flat with no lip on a slightly trapezoidal base, it’s sure to elevate your tablescape.
About Forchetta
Forchetta creates handmade ceramics in a small workshop in Tokyo, Japan. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful imperfections found in nature, their wish is for you to cherish the things you use on a daily basis. In the same way that your morning coffee seems to taste better when served in your favorite mug, they hope to create vessels that you can use every day to improve the status quo.
Please note that due to the handmade nature of this product, some variations in shape and finish is to be expected.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: L: 7.09” x W: 7.09” x D: .39”
Care: Handwash and dry.
Tokyo, Japan
Mirror Water Mug
$ 51.00
The Mirror Water Mug from Forchetta has a deep blue-grey glaze that makes liquid appear as if it were a mirror. Its long delicate swooping handle is a joy to hold and its slightly concave foot creates the perfect nook to rest your finger.
About Forchetta
Forchetta creates handmade ceramics in a small workshop in Tokyo, Japan. Drawing inspiration from the beautiful imperfections found in nature, their wish is for you to cherish the things you use on a daily basis. In the same way that your morning coffee seems to taste better when served in your favorite mug, they hope to create vessels that you can use every day to improve the status quo.
Please note that due to the handmade nature of this product, some variations in shape and finish is to be expected.
Materials: Clay
Dimensions: Height: 3”, Diameter: 4.13”
Care: Handwash and dry.
Tokyo, Japan
Iwachu Cast Iron Trivet - Origami Red
$ 26.00
This geometrically inspired trivet is a stylish way to protect surfaces from candles, plates, cookware, and anything else you don’t want resting on your countertops. It features three padded feet, and its hexagonal shape includes origami-like folds that help to reduce surface area.
About Iwachu
A master maker of tetsubin iron teapots since 1902, Iwachu is known as one of the best cast iron craftsmen in the world. The artistry of each piece is rooted in its traditional craftsmanship: led by generations of ironsmiths, their workshop produces beautiful, long-lasting ironware with a human touch.
Materials: Cast Iron
Dimensions: Height: .59” Diameter: 5.9”
Morioka, Japan
Iwachu Cast Iron Trivet - Kiku S
$ 36.00
This solid cast iron trivet is a stylish way to protect surfaces from candles, plates, cookware, and anything else you don’t want resting on your countertops. Its shape takes its inspiration from the Japanese chrysanthemum (kiku), a common symbol that represents longevity. It features three padded feet and is beautiful enough to leave permanently on countertops.
About IwachuA master maker of tetsubin iron teapots since 1902, Iwachu is known as one of the best cast iron craftsmen in the world. The artistry of each piece is rooted in its traditional craftsmanship: led by generations of ironsmiths, their workshop produces beautiful, long-lasting ironware with a human touch.
Materials: Cast Iron
Dimensions: Height: .59" Diameter: 2.95"
Morioka, Japan
Stainless Steel Canister, Green
$ 40.00
The perfect vessel for coffee or tea, this canister is made from coated food-safe ‘18-8’ stainless steel. The wooden lid features a silicone seal that makes it completely airtight, allowing it to prevent oxidation of your prized contents.
Materials: Stainless Steel, Natural Wood, Silicon Packing
Dimensions: Large: 5.51” Height, 3.35” Diameter; Small: 3.74” Height, 3.35” Diameter
Care: Handwash as needed
Tsubame, Japan
Lille Towel
$ 15.00
The Lille towel is an exercise in doing things the old-fashioned way. Each towel is slowly woven on one of the last remaining vintage Toyoda looms in Imabari, and features a simple neutral stripe on stripe design that complements nearly any interior. Made from 95% organic cotton and 5% organic linen, it combines the best of both materials to create a towel that is both absorbent and soft (while getting softer with every wash). Each size features a handy hang tag.
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.
Material: 100% Cotton
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
| Lille Washcloth (S) | 13" L x 13" W |
| Lille Hand Towel (M) | 31.5" L x 13" W |
| Lille Bath Towel (L) | 51.18" L x 27.6" W |
Lille Blanket
$ 347.00
The oversized companion to our Lille Towel, the Lille Blanket is perfect for throwing over your shoulders on a chilly evening. This blanket is slowly woven on one of the last remaining vintage Toyoda looms in Imabari, and features a simple neutral stripe on stripe design that complements nearly any interior. Lightweight and durable, it features a fuzzy pile back for warmth and comfort, and a smooth front. 95% organic cotton, 5% organic linen.
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.
Dimensions: 82.68" L x 63" W
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
Lola Towel
$ 15.00
Perfect for children and babies, the Lola towel is made with our softest terry pile and finished with a striped linen band in soft hues. Each towel is woven with a fluffy long-looped pile that feels soft and gentle on the skin. Powerfully absorbent and quick drying, this delicate towel is built compact for absorbency and easy storage in the linen closet or the baby bag.
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.
Materials: 85% Cotton, 15% Linen.
Dimensions: See sizing chart
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
| Lola Washcloth (S) | 14.5" L x 13.25" W |
| Lola Hand Towel (M) | 51" L x 40" W |
| Lola Bath Towel (L) | 51" L x 27.5" W |
Lino Towel
$ 15.00
Similar to our kid-favorite Palette collection, the Lino towel features an ultra-soft cotton pile surface for a fluffy handfeel. Each towel is woven with a long-loop terry pile for optimum comfort on the skin and works especially well for babies and those with sensitive skin. A playful gingham linen band adds a little whimsy to this favorite style. Powerfully absorbent and quick drying, this delicate towel is built compact for absorbency and easy storage in the closet or a baby bag.
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.
Materials: 60% Cotton, 40% Linen
Dimensions: See sizing chart
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
| Lino Washcloth (S) | 14.5" L x 13.25" W |
| Lino Hand Towel (M) | 33.5" L x 13.25" W |
| Lino Bath Towel (L) | 51" L x 27.5" W |
Chambray Block Towel
$ 9.00
The Chambray Block towel features a tightly woven chambray front and a loose terry back and side. Typically found in work shirts and featherweight summer dresses, chambray is an ideal middle point between casual and polished and feels fantastic on your skin. This towel comes in 5 boldly saturated hues in a color block motif that will complement a contemporary bathroom or just a day out by the pool.
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.
Material: 100% Cotton
Care: Machine wash with cold water and mild detergent. No bleach or fabric softeners. Hang or tumble dry low.
Imabari, Japan
Dimensions:
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Washcloth (S) |
9.84” L x 9.84” W |
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Hand Towel (M) |
31.5” L x 13.39” W |
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51.2” L x 24.8” W |
Mekke Socks
$ 26.00
With a comfortable fit from toe to heel, these lightly cushioned socks will quickly become the ones you reach for when you have a long day ahead of you. Taking their name from the Japanese slang word “mekke-mono” (meaning “good find”), Mekke socks come in soft heathered pastel colors and feature plush and absorbent terry on the sole to help prevent the dreaded feeling of sweaty feet. These socks are woven on the same slow looms as many of our favorite towel styles.
About Kontex
Gentle on the skin and kind to the environment, Kontex has been crafting high-quality towels in Imabari, Japan since 1934. Each towel is made from fine, garment quality thread that’s loosely twisted for the highest level of softness. Such threads would break on modern machines, thus Kontex towels are gently woven on traditional, low-speed looms to maintain the integrity of the thread and achieve a level of softness that modern machines cannot reproduce.
Kontex textiles are carefully washed with large quantities of fresh spring water from the melted snow of Mt. Ishizuchi, ensuring every thread is free from impurities. Known for their compact size, contemporary designs, and powerful absorbency, Kontex towels are suitable for the kitchen or bath.
Materials: Cotton Pile 85%, Polyester 10%, Nylon 3%, Polyurethane 2%
Dimensions: Small - US Women Size: 5-8
US Mens Size: <6.5
Medium - US Women Size: 8-11
US Mens Size: 6.5 - 10
Imabari, Japan
Ise Tenugui - Wild
$ 14.00
Tenugui are a type of traditional Japanese textile with a characteristically smooth texture that dries easily. 100% cotton, hand-dyed and cut by hand, the colorful patterns recall traditional and contemporary Japanese prints. This multipurpose towel lends a pop of color to your every day- use it as a tea towel, placemat, table runner, head scarf, tapestry, lunch tote, gift wrap… the possibilities are endless!
For inspiration and instructions, see our Journal.
About Sou Sou
Every piece in this colorful collection is infused with vibrant graphic patterns designed by Japanese artist Karsuji 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: Edges are left seamless for 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
