Amazing Japanese Creativity Do you know the real Japan and Japanese? All our pieces of work are based on meticulous dedication to every detail. Feel the Japanese character in products that only the diligent work and delicate craftsmanship of the Japanese are able to create while equally upholding tradition and innovation. Come to Japan and experience modern Japanese daily life, disciplined and deeply intertwined with the four seasons and old traditions. We might be a little shy but we welcome everyone with great friendliness – come and enjoy this true Japanese hospitality (“omotenashi”).
Area
Niigata
Niigata
Sanjo Chamber of Commerce and Industry Hall 3.1 / C90
Maruto Hasegawa Kosakujo Inc. Known for its brand KEIBA, this hand tool manufacturer produces high-quality cutting pliers and more. Its radiator repair tool METAPEN w as d eve l o p e d i n co o p e ra t i o n with famous racing sports' Team LeMans. http://www.keiba-tool.com/
Flat Nose Pliers for Radiator Repair “METAPEN� with Carbon Grip
Grooming Kit 8 pcs. Set Black Finish
Sanjo Special Cast Co., Ltd. Cas t i ng ma n u fac t u rer of fer i ng everything from material, components and finished products to cas ting technolog y using com puterized casting simulations to minimize defects. http://e-santoku.co.jp/
KOMIN imono Casserole
Yamamura Manufacturing Co., Ltd. M a n u f a c t u re r o f s e m i - f i n is h e d materials for haircutting scissors and cutting tools. From sale of steel to finished products, every thing is processed in-house. Offering a variety of steel, forging materials, ground and polished products. http://www.yamamura-mfg.co.jp/
KEIUN series
Suwada Blacksmith Works, Inc. Hall 11.0 / B71
Founded in 1926 as a blacksmith workshop for “kuikiri”, the forerunner of nippers. The company has been specializing in nip cutter tools ever since and has won various Japanese and international awards for good design, e.g. for its cuticle nippers. http://www.suwada.co.jp/
Nail Nippers “Damascus Layered” Damascus Cuff Links
Project Information
SMITH SANJO JAPAN represents a group of craftsmen in Sanjo with an enterprising spirit while inheriting the traditions and heritage from their predecessors. Sanjo is a production district of traditional hand tools representative of Japan. Superior quality tools that the user becomes attached to over time are created by techniques and sensitivity of craftsmen nurtured here. Just looking at the design and beauty of each of the tools inspires warmth and reflects the thoughts of the creator to evoke a sense of connection. We, the craftsmen of Sanjo, walk the path of tool making like weaving thought. • Maruto Hasegawa Kosakujo Inc. • Yamamura Manufacturing Co., Ltd. • Suwada Blacksmith Works, Inc. • Tadafusa Co., Ltd. • Kakuri Works Ltd. • Marunao Co., Ltd. • Hinoura Hamono • Kiryu Kogyo Co., Ltd. • Sanjo Special Cast Co., Ltd.
1-20 Sugoro, Sanjo-city, Niigata Tel: +81-256-32-1311 E-mail: info@sanjo-cci.or.jp http://www.sanjo-cci.or.jp/smith
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Area
Niigata
Tsubamesanjo Regional Industries Promotion Center Hall 1.2 / A80
Stainless steel cutlery Joel Robuchon Selection Kitchen Planning Co., Ltd. This cutlery brings the essence of Japan to your tableware. With an elegant design evoking the subtlety of chopsticks, these products – manufactured using a special pressing technology – are formed and balanced for easy handling and stand out with their beautiful, mirror surface.
Project Information
Tsubame-Sanjo area, known for its outstanding Japanese monozukuri – the art of making things, is one of the worlds' leading metal processing sites. At the same time it is blessed with a rich nature that makes it a treasury of safe and delicious food. Combining industry & agriculture, tradition & innovation, we are now promoting “TSUBAME SANJO” as a brand that guarantees a lifetime warranty and a safe manufacturing process for our industrial products and stands for high-quality local vegetables and fruits. Thus we champion the development of an organic industry and lifestyle.
Wine glass GYOKUSENDO Co., Ltd. This copperware is manufactured using a special technique that shapes copper sh eet s by h i t t i ng and shrinking.
1-17 Sugoro, Sanjo-city, Niigata Tel: +81-256-36-4123 E-mail: brand@tsjiba.or.jp http://www.tsjiba.or.jp/brand/
Niigata
Sightseeing
Niigata of fers you beautiful nature and the magic of the sea, mountains, rivers and rice fields changing their face every season. A place to relax and ease your mind, it is also famous for producing the best rice, sake and soba all over Japan. Make your trip even more unique with a visit to one of TsubameSanjo's manufacturers. Just 1h 40min from Tokyo by bullet train Shinkansen.
Niigata Prefecture is well-known for pure natural water and good quality rice, and many famous Sake breweries reside there – it is the place for delicious Sake.
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The rice terraces of Matsudai in Tokamachi-city, Niigata. Among them the “Pass of Stars-Terrace” is considered the most beautiful.
Niigata Industrial Creation Organization Hall 11.0 / F61
ONIMARU and KOKUTOU Marunao Co., Ltd. The pen is mightier than the sword Bushido – the commitment and allegiance an individual feels towards his community. Within that story, a single brushstroke. Japanese morality has evolved over time and we feel that we have inherited the soul of Japan, or “Bushido”.
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Niigata is proud to be the place with the second-largest number of Designated Traditional Japanese Craft Products after Kyoto. In this historical surrounding, the international brand Hyakunen Monogatari – a hundred-year story - presents daily goods made of metal, wood, textile and more, produced by companies with outstanding processing techniques and highly creative product development.
Coffee collection GYOKUSENDO Co., Ltd. Coffee pot, Coffee stocker and coffee spoon, Coffee dripper The ultimate coffee experience Copperware craf ted especially for use with cof fee. Combining functionality of design with the beautiful natural characteristics of copper, its vessels draw out the very best in the taste of coffee.
Northern Culture Museum in Niigata-city. Learn about the 7 generations of the Ito family, one of the largest landowners of Echigo (old name of Niigata), and local culture.
Noh theatre by torch light. Niigata has plenty of inviting Noh theaters to offer.
5-1, Bandaijima, Chuo-ku, Niigata-city, 950-0078 Niigata Tel: +81-25-246-0044 E-mail: hyaku@nico.or.jp http://www.nico.or.jp/hyaku/english
Ski resort. With its numerous skiing grounds and excellent snow, Niigata is a popular winter destination.
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Suwada Blacksmith Works, Inc. in Sanjocity is an open factory where you can watch craftsmen doing their work from close up. Upon reservation, Maruto Hasegawa Kosakujo Inc. and other factories and workshops are open to visits as well.
Area
Kyoto, Osaka and Fukui
Fukui Kyoto
Osaka
SHOYEIDO INCENCE CO. Kyoto
Hall 8.0 / A58
Sei-fu Fresh Breeze
Floral World
Fresh Breeze refreshes your body and soul. Short, loose – 480sticks, 13.5cm
With the intriguingly splendid and sweet fragrances of jasmine, lavender, rose and pine. Comes in a floral design wrapping inside the package. With incense holder. 8pcs.,H2.5cm
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Kyoto Main Store, built in Sukiya-style. Since its foundation over 300 years ago, it is located near Kyoto Imperial Palace (the emperors' residence for about 540 years). Experience the immense variety of products in this Main Store.
Traditional incense workshop on the 2nd floor of the Kyoto Main Store. Even today several items are carefully handmade.
Karasuma Nijo, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0857 Tel: +81-75-212-5590 E-mail: overseas@shoyeido.co.jp http://www.shoyeido.co.jp/ Opening hours: Weekdays: 9:00-19:00 Saturday: 9:00-18:00 Sunday & Holidays: 9:00-17:00
Company Information
Since its foundation in 1705, over 300 years ago, Shoyeido has been dedicated to the production of incense. From incense for religious practice, aromatic wood and kneaded incense for tea ceremonies, to top-class stick incense for special occasions, as well as incense for daily use and sachets, it provides a wide variety of products for all needs, from incense novices to real connoisseurs. 7
Area
Kyoto, Osaka and Fukui
Echizen Brand Products Consortium Fukui
Hall 3.0 / H70
iiza HÔTCHO 1310 Knives from Echizen have a history of more than 700 years – a history that has b ro u gh t fo r t h ex t re m e l y solid materials and forging techniques. Combined with a highly practical and beautiful design, this series of kitchen knives offers excellent sharpness and easy handling. Made of clad metal for high corrosion-resistance and lasting sharpness.
Project Information
This project aims at creating a local brand with a long-term international and domestic outlook, using Echizen's local resources created the period of over 700 years: materials that combine tradition and new technologies, manufacturing with technologies and techniques proven by history and internationally-oriented marketing.
c/o Takefu Special Steel Co., Ltd. 21-2-1, Shiromaru-cho, Echizen-city, Fukui Tel: +81-778-24-3666 E-mail: info@iiza.jp http://www.iiza.jp
Sightseeing Kyoto, Osaka and Fukui
Eikando temple in Kyoto is famous for its splendid autumn colours. Come and enjoy an unforgettable sight.
Enjoy cherry blossoms or autumn colours and visit one of the many historical temples with their peaceful atmosphere in Kyoto. Kyoto's traditional accomodation ryokan and restaurants are famed for their outstanding kaiseki cuisine that beautifully uses each season's freshest ingredients. Dynamic neighbouring city Osaka, where a big multiple complex was built last year, gives you an energetic impression. Get in touch with the outgoing and friendly people in Osaka. Travel just a bit farther and you can relax in the hot springs of Fukui and have delicious sushi and other Japanese food in Echizen-city.
Traditional accomodation ryokan in Kyoto. Experience the beauty of genuine Japanese-style service and interior.
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Hasegawa Kogyo Co., Ltd. Osaka
Hall 11.0 / G21
lucano Step Stools The lucano ladder is a slim-lined, minimalist solution to the age old problem of a step stool that functions well and looks great. Crafted from a blend of aluminium and ABS for exceptionally light weight. These beautiful step stools can even stand on their own when closed. Awarded the Red Dot Design, Good Design and JIDA Design Museum Selection awards.
Company Information
Since its foundation in 1956, Hasegawa has been a leading company for ladder a nd sc a f fold ing product s a nd now operates 8 sales offices and 2 production facilities in Japan and one production facility and distribution centre abroad. Manufacturing high-quality products w it h a strong focu s on design a nd ecology, various products have been awarded national and international design prizes. Edobori Senta-biru 14F 2-1-1 Edobori,Nishi-ku,Osaka 550-0002 Tel: +81-6-6446-1845 E-mail: k-osaka@hasegawa-kogyo.co.jp http://www.hasegawa-kogyo.co.jp/
Kyoto's kaiseki cuisine. Japanese cuisine was recently designated UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Come to Kyoto to enjoy the delicate taste of the real thing.
Osaka castle. Built in 1583, with a large park where you can enjoy flowers every season.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan. One of the largest in the world, it also offers various events, e.g. Yoga nights.
Dinosaur Museum in Katsu yama-city, Fukui: 40 giant di nosaur skeletons, more than 1000 specimens and numerous large-scale diorama!
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Hot spring(Awara Onsen Seifuso) in Awara-city. Besides hotels with hot springs there are many dayvisit places. Get in touch with the warm-hearted locals while enjoying a hot bath.
Area
Gifu and Hokuriku
Toyama Ishikawa
IEDA paper craft,Inc. Gifu
Gifu
Hall 11.0 / B51F
WASHI dECO series Artistic Washi-paper decoration to fix on windows using nothing but spray water. It can be easily removed when dry and reused again. Choose your decoration for every season. No glue needed, no stains on the window glass. Each single sheet is carefully handmade. Enjoy the delicate translucent pat terns and touch of this natural product. SNOWFLAKE S size: 124mm×350mm (Package size) ORIGAMI S size: 167mm×119mm (Package size) L size: 230mm×210mm (Package size)
WASHI dECO ORIGAMI, SNOWFLAKE series Origami means folding paper to form animals, daily items or other things and is a traditional Japanese pastime. It inspired the design of this lovely Washi-paper windows decoration series. ORIGAMI L size: 230mm×210mm (Package size) SNOWFLAKE S size: 124mm×350mm (Package size)
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Company Information
Founded in 1889 as a wholesale shop for Mino Washipaper with its then 1300 years of history. Specialized in lantern paper, business was soon extended to selling products of added value, such as painted Washi-paper. As Washi-experts, we have, since our foundation, been focusing on traditionally handcrafted products that match a modern lifestyle. 3-6, imamachi, gifu-shi, Gifu 500-8023 Tel: +81-58-262-0520 E-mail: info@iedashikou.com http://www.iedashikou.com/
100% natural, made from mulberr y tree fibers. Carefully handmade in many processes and sundried. Working with our partner workshop “Hoki Kobo”, our goal is to present the natural beauty of plant fibers. We produce paper with various watermark patterns and delicate lace-like designs.
KAMI NO SHIGOTO is a store for handmade Mino Washipaper, directly managed by craftsmen from Ieda Paper Craf t. I t of fers a variet y of Wash i p rod u c t s, f ro m t h e f a m o us “M izu u ch i wa water fan” to interior items, stationery and much more.
2249 Aioi-cho, Mino-city, Gifu Tel: +81-575-33-0621 Opening hours: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays 10:00-17:00
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Area
Gifu and Hokuriku
Yaxell Corporation Gifu
Hall 3.1 / A54
SUPER GOU 161 This blade is made out of Japanese SG2 Micro Carbide powder stainless steel. 161 layers of Damascus steel c r e a t e a n e l e ga n t w a v y p a t t e r n , proving that each blade is handmade by skilled craf tsmen. Exceptionally sharp cut ting edge and ex tremely durable, corrosion and impact-resistant handle.
Company Information
Since 1932, Yaxell has been contributing to improving food culture by supplying superior quality kitchen equipment. Kitchen knives, its main products, are the favourite choice of hobby chefs and famous restaurants in Japan and increasingly worldwide as well.
41, Sakaemachi 2-Chome, Seki-city, Gifu Tel: +81-575-22-3411 e-mail: export@yaxell.co.jp http://www.yaxell.co.jp/
NOUSAKU Toyama
Hall 11.0 / B51A
K AGO Square L Made of pure tin flexible material, you can create your own forms by pulling and bending the basket. Freely arrange it to carry things you like, e.g. flowers, fruits or a wine bottle. W250mmĂ—D250mmĂ—H3mm (when flat)
Company Information
In 1916 it began manufacturing Buddhist altar items in Takaoka -city, Toyama, using casting techniques that were handed down for more than 400 years. Specialized in manufacturing finest and complex forms, we also take orders in small lot sizes. We combine traditional and new casting methods and collaborate with international and Japanese designers. 46-1 Toidesakae-machi, Takaoka-city, Toyama Tel: +81-766-63-5080 E-mail: sales@nousaku.co.jp http://www.nousaku.co.jp/
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NIKKO COMPANY Ishikawa
Hall 4.1 / F86
FORTUNE This superbly crafted Fine Bone China dinnerware is perfect for all special occasions with its elegant luxur y. It features a traditional Japanese wave design called Seigaiha. It is decorated in layers of gold and platinum, using advanced techniques.
Company Information
Tableware manufacturer founded in 1908 in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa. At NIKKO the entire production process takes place in-house, by our skilled teams of crafts people. The resulting products are some of the finest quality tableware with contemporary and international designs which enjoy a worldwide reputation.
383 Ainoki-machi, Hakusan-city, Ishikawa 924-8686 Tel: +81-76-274-4722 E-mail: sales@nikko-company.co.jp http://www.nikko-company.co.jp/
Gifu and Hokuriku
Sightseeing
In Gifu traditional, historical monozukuri is alive. Come and experience the old Japanese character. What about visiting World Heritage Shirakawago or taking a walk through the beautiful streets of Hida Takayama? Both offer you unforgettable Japanese sights. The Hokuriku area is one of the most interesting places in Japan, with wonderful nature and welcoming people. Why not stay at a traditional accomodation ryokan with hot springs and relax?
Shirakawa-go in Gifu. See traditional Gassho-style houses and warm yourself up in Hirase Hot Springs, originating under holy Mount Haku.
Hida-Furukawa in Gifu is famous for its beautiful streets lined by historical storehouses with white plaster walls, and Setogawa River, teeming with a thousand carps.
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa. Discover its impressive circular architecture with glass facade from SANAA.
Gokayama area in Toyama. Located in the middle of steep mountains it was even considered an unexplored area and has preserved its ancient scenery with traditional Gassho-style houses until today.
Visit Mino in Gifu, with its beautiful, historical streets and enjoy its famous paper lantern art festival.
Kenrokuen in Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa, is considered one of Japan's Three Great Gardens and famous for its beauty and design.
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Area
Other regions Okayama
KAMOI KAKOSHI Co., Ltd. Okayama
Saga
Hall 11.0 / G51
Aichi
Tokyo
mt “mt” is masking tape made of Japanese paper “Washi”. You can use it to accent interior design, as a sticker or to stick memos on the wall. You can find your favourite type of “mt” from among many different colours and patterns. It is easy to remove stuck “mt” and it leaves no gluey residue behind. It is also easy to write on and easy to tear by hand. This is an extremely functional tape and suitable to use to express your individuality, for any generation, from child to adult. Material Base: Washi Paper, Adhesive: acrylic adhesive
Company Information
1923, Kamoi Kakoshi started its business by manufacturing flypaper (paper tapes with glue, used to catch f lies). The technique for manufacturing f lypaper was utilized to start manufacturing masking tapes. Currently, Kamoi manufactures and sells more than 35 types of masking tape, including the “mt” series, for commercial use. Kamoi is one of the companies that has used rice paper (Washi) for masking tapes from the early period. Kamoi is now exporting its products to more than 30 countries. 236 Katashima-cho, Kurashiki-city, Okayama E-mail: info@masking-tape.jp http:// www.masking-tape.jp
mt CASA Our new wide size interior decoration tape “mt CASA”. No matter how often you remove and reuse it, it leaves no glue stains. Simply fix it to furniture and walls and change colours and patterns. Always enjoy a style that fits your mood - it's as easy as changing your clothes!
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Kamawanu Co., Ltd. Tokyo
Hall 11.0 / B50A
Company Information
KAMAWANU has revived tenugui, an item beloved by the Japanese since old times. Since its opening in 1987, the shop in Daikanyama has been exhibiting and selling “tenugui” manufactured with the special Japanese chusen dyeing technique. Here you will continuously find new designs, from old Japanese patterns to designs inspired by modern daily life along with various ideas on how to use a tenugui.
Tenugui and Scarf Japanese tenugui cotton cloth in a modern version and scarf produced with the special Japanese chusen dyeing method where there is no front and reverse side. Designed and selected by Danish designer Thomas Lykke, who has created these completely new daily items. Enjoy their fine quality soft touch and air permeability. Material: 100% Cotton Size: Tenugui - about 90×33cm, Scarf - about 180×33cm
Yu Bldg. 3F, 3-12-12 Higashi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Tel: +81-3-3797-4788 E-mail: info@bykamawanu.jp http://www.kamawanu.co.jp/
KAMAWANU Daikanyama Shop This shop regularly offers tenugui in around 200 designs and focuses on conveying the different seasons in its products. 23-1, Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Tel: +81-3-3780-0182 Opening hours: 11:00-19:00
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Democratic Society Saga · Aichi
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Hall 11.0 / B51B
Company Information
In Arita, since 1616, almost 400 years of porcelain making tradition and techniques have been handed over from generation to generation. It combines this expertise with new design and markets it internationally. This time it presents you the Singapore based brand “Democratic Society” and its monozukuri system. 2351-169 Akasakahei, Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-county, Saga Tel: +81-955-43-2325 e-mail: keisuke@lo-op.co.jp http://democraticsociety.sg/
1: Good Morning 2: “Icon” 1: M u l t i l a y e r w o v e n g a u z e place mat with photographic ar t by a Singaporean ar tist. Produced by a dyeing and processing manufacturer established 90 years ago. It of fers safe and reliable products with cot ton gauze t hat has been continuously Oeko-Tex certified si n ce 20 07. Sma l l lot sizes possible. W40cm×H30cm. 2: Wo r l d's f i n e s t q ua l i t y o f Arita-yaki (Imari porcelain) in a beautiful, modern Singaporean design. Plate φ 10.8×H1.8cm.
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Tokyo
Okayama and Saga
Warm-hearted downtown streets and ultramodern high-tech buildings – Tokyo, the city of chaos. Anime, idols, ramen noodles... endless attractions are waiting for you. Why not come to Tokyo and also discover other cities from here?
Okayama and Saga. Enjoy beautiful nature in every season and gorgeous city streets. Meet open-hearted locals and experience the unique culture of monozukuri.
Sightseeing
Tokyo Skytree, the newest sightseeing spot in town. With plenty of restaurants and shops to discover.
Senso-ji temple in Tokyo. With its outer entrance gate “Thunder gate” built in 645, it has a history of more than 1300 years.
In Tokyo you can also try ramen noodles from all over the region. Flavours you will never forget.
Kurashiki Bikan historical quarters in Kurashiki-city, Okayama. Discover more than 300 year old Japanese architecture. Numerous community development projects make this traditional asset a vibrant place.
Beautiful Mifuneyama-Rakuen garden in Takeo Hot Springs, Saga. Established in 1854 after 3 years of construction. With its splendid flowers in every season it is a place just like out of a dream world.
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Ambiente Ambiente is one of the largest B2B co nsu m er goods t rad e f a i rs i n t h e world, annually taking place in February. Manufacturers, trading companies and designers for tableware, kitchen goods, interior accessories, gifts and all kinds of other consumer goods meet buyers from around the world. This year, Japan is the partner country of the fair.
JETRO Hall 11.0 / D40
16 companies from all over Japan are gathered in the Japan Pavilion. This JETRO booth gives you another chance to discover the essence of great Japanese “monozukuri”- the art of making things. http://www.jetro.go.jp
Ambiente 2014 Date: 7th – 11th February, 2014 5 days Venue: Messe Frankfurt, Germany http://ambiente.messefrankfurt.com/visiting
JNTO [Japan National Tourism Organization] http://jnto.de/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Japanische-Fremdenverkehrszentrale-JNTO/231927943512266