{"product_id":"ominato-bunkichi-shoten-tissue-box-kumiko-hemp-leaf","title":"Ominato Bunkichi Shoten \"Half-size tissue box\" JAC-OBS-505-01","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the \"Half-size tissue box\" crafted by Ominato Bunkichi Shoten.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    This is a high-quality half-size tissue box adorned with Kumiko woodworking—a traditional Japanese craft that showcases exquisite, delicate craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The “Asanoha” (hemp leaf) pattern, meticulously crafted across the surface, is one of the most beloved motifs in Kumiko design.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Three different types of wood are combined to create natural contrast in color, giving the piece a rich, multi-dimensional appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    Traditional joinery techniques such as tome (angled miter joints) and kanzashi (decorative wooden pegs) are used at the corners, adding both strength and refined accents to the design. Every detail reflects the dedication of skilled artisans, turning a daily-use item into something truly special.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    The tissue opening is cleverly designed with a floating lid mechanism, which naturally lowers as tissues are used.\u003cbr\u003e\n    This thoughtful structure ensures smooth access down to the very last sheet, offering both functionality and elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    Perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to your daily life, this item also makes a thoughtful and refined gift for someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eDetails\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan span=\"\" class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n    \"A meticulously crafted piece that combines beauty and functionality.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n    This refined half-size tissue box features the traditional Kumiko \"Asanoha\" (hemp leaf) pattern across its surface, with the natural tones of different woods creating a graceful contrast.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Traditional joinery techniques such as tome (mitered joints) and kanzashi (wooden pegs) are used at the seams, ensuring both durability and elegant form.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The lid gently lowers with each use, allowing tissues to be smoothly dispensed down to the very last sheet.\u003cbr\u003e\n    An excellent choice for both personal use and as a thoughtful gift.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    \"Bringing Traditional Beauty into Everyday Life\"\u003cbr\u003e\n    Featuring the delicate Asanoha (hemp leaf) pattern of traditional Kumiko woodworking and the natural hues of wood, this elegant design adds a refined touch to your space.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The lid gently sinks as the tissue supply decreases, ensuring smooth usability to the very last sheet.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Blending the timeless beauty of traditional craftsmanship with everyday functionality, this piece also makes a thoughtful and distinguished gift.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    *Product images are samples.\u003cbr\u003e\n    *As this product is handmade from natural wood, variations in wood grain and color may occur, and size and weight may slightly differ. Thank you for your understanding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e\n    About Ominato Bunkichi Shoten\n    \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\" span=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/11_274b876d-6cea-47d8-94b9-51e3edc15b80.jpg?v=1736994557\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003e\n    Founded: Early Meiji Era\u003c\/strong\u003e　\n    Began with the production of shibugami (persimmon tannin paper) and transitioned to manufacturing folding screens, utilizing local industries in Kamo for woodworking techniques used in furniture and fittings, as well as skills in handling Japanese paper.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e1980s (Showa Era 60s)\u003c\/strong\u003e　Leveraging woodworking skills, began producing store fixtures and started display work for \"Kimono no Yamato.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e2001 (Heisei 13)\u003c\/strong\u003e　Entered the seasonal doll industry by utilizing techniques for making decorative folding screens. Achieved success with hit products featuring calligraphy and hand-painted folding screens.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e2005 (Heisei 17)\u003c\/strong\u003e　With support from the Niigata Industrial Creation Organization's \"Yumezukuri Project\" (Dream Creation Project) focusing on developing products for enjoying Japanese aesthetics, launched the knockdown Japanese-style room unit \"Hito-Tsubo Kekkai.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e2006 (Heisei 18)\u003c\/strong\u003e　Selected as the \"Year of the Dog Model\" for the Niigata Prefecture-led \"Centennial Story\" brand. Released decorative folding screens \"Wind,\" \"Sky,\" \"Moon,\" and \"Rainbow\" at the Frankfurt Messe.\u003cbr\u003eContinued to participate with models for the \"Year of the Boar,\" \"Year of the Rat,\" and \"Year of the Ox,\" completing 10 iterations in total.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Participated in the Frankfurt Messe \"Ambiente,\" focusing on expanding into overseas markets.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e2016 (Heisei 28)\u003c\/strong\u003e　Exhibited at NY NOW, exploring opportunities in the U.S. market.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e2019 (Reiwa 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e　Focused on product development utilizing kumiko craftsmanship from Akita cedar, expanding sales of items like Japanese tableware, lanterns, and coasters.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Held monthly workshops for \"Kumiko Crafting with Akita Cedar.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n    Shifted focus from furniture and commercial fixtures to items that enhance the enjoyment of time, such as cutlery and lifestyle goods.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e2020 (Reiwa 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e　Established the new product development department \"FUNNY WORKS\" with a six-member team, fostering a bottom-up approach to creating new products.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003eThe Charm of Kumiko Craftsmanship\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\" span=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n    Kumiko craftsmanship is a traditional woodworking technique that creates intricate geometric patterns by assembling thin wooden pieces without using nails.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Patterns of Kumiko Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e①Spring: Sakura Kikkō (Cherry Blossom Tortoise Shell) - \"Prosperity and Abundance\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/DSCF9392.jpg?v=1736994170\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e②Summer: Gentian - \"Longevity\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/DSCF9384.jpg?v=1736994170\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e③Autumn: Asanoha (Hemp Leaf) - \"Protection from Evil\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/DSCF9387.jpg?v=1736994170\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e④Winter: Goma Pattern (Sesame Pattern) - \"Eternal Youth and Longevity\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/DSCF9393.jpg?v=1736994156\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e\"An Ornamental Technique Passed Down Since Ancient Times\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Since ancient times, kumiko craftsmanship has been used in Japanese traditional rooms, adorning transoms and sliding paper doors (shoji).\u003cbr\u003e\n    This technique can also be seen as decoration in Horyuji Temple, the world’s oldest existing wooden structure, built during the Asuka period.\u003cbr\u003e\n    During the Muromachi period, kumiko designs were incorporated into sliding doors and transoms.\u003cbr\u003e\n    With the increased demand for wooden architecture in the Edo period and beyond, craftsmen competed to refine their skills, resulting in an expansion of kumiko patterns.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Today, there are said to be over 200 different patterns.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e\"Meticulous craftsmanship that tolerates no deviation, not even 0.1 mm\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    For kumiko craftsmanship, softwood materials such as cedar and cypress, which grow relatively straight, are used.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The wood is finely split and planed to the same thickness, grooves are made, and \"leaves\" crafted with a plane or saw are assembled one by one. However, even a deviation of just 0.1 mm can prevent the pieces from fitting together properly.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Crafting kumiko requires the ability to read the wood grain to determine how to cut the wood and which part to use for each piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n    In addition to selecting high-quality materials, it also demands the skill to make precise judgments and the expertise for meticulous processing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n    \u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003eSpecification\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \n        \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\" span=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOminato Bunkichi Shoten \"Half-size tissue box\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct No.：JAC-OBS-505-01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize：Length approx. 135mm, Width 120mm, Height 135mm\u003cbr\u003e\n    Each piece is handcrafted from natural wood, so wood grain and color may vary, and there may be slight differences in size and weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight：about 225g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials：Akita cedar and walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,000 JPY flat rate shipping within Japan, free shipping for purchases totaling 20,000 JPY or more.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Please bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"黒木碁石店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45842620743843,"sku":null,"price":8500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/JAC-OBS-505-01-00_3d098675-9ff1-4b4d-a275-69401d89fea2.jpg?v=1747275066","url":"https:\/\/kurokigoishiten.com\/en\/products\/ominato-bunkichi-shoten-tissue-box-kumiko-hemp-leaf","provider":"kurokigoishiten","version":"1.0","type":"link"}