mihataya

mihataya is a custom furniture and woodworking studio established by Keisuke Mihata. He studied furniture at Hiromatsu Woodworking in 2005-2011, then established his own studio, mihataya, shortly after. Mihata crafts wooden pieces for daily life, favoring functional designs brought to their simplest forms, resulting in aesthetically pleasing minimalist pieces. 

Fukuoka, Japan

Small: 9” W x 14” H x 6.2” D 

Large: 12” W x 14.96” H x 7.8” D

Oak, soap finish

Avoid allowing moisture to come in contact with the surface, and dry thoroughly if this occurs. Use a coaster for drinks. Avoid long term sun and heat exposure, which can cause the wood to crack or warp. 

For everyday cleaning, wipe surface with a damp cloth and dry any excess moisture. 

For long-term care, the soap finish can be restored once or twice a year, if the stand looks particularly dry or dirty.  Soap finish creates a thin layer of protection for the wood. To maintain and restore the soap finish, do as follows:

1. Dissolve an additive, fragrance, and color free soap, such as soap flakes or pure soap, in lukewarm water (30-40°C / 86-104°F), and create a rich lather. 
2. With a soft sponge, apply the lather to the stand, going with the grain of the wood.
3. Use a damp towel to remove the lather and any excess moisture, and allow the stand to dry in a well-ventilated, shaded area.