Kiso - Red shunkei
When we visited a sawmill in Nakatsugawa, Gifu Prefecture, where only Japanese cypress (Kiso Hinoki) is processed, we were captivated by the intricate grain and beauty of Kiso Hinoki, as well as its delicate expression. This inspired us to create furniture using Kiso Hinoki. The result is a side table with a tray placed on the unique Japanese folding chair called “koshou.”
Kiso Hinoki refers specifically to the natural cypress grown in the Kiso Valley, spanning Nagano and Gifu Prefectures. The steep mountains of Kiso, with abundant rainfall and harsh winter conditions with snow cover, create a challenging natural environment. As a result, Kiso Hinoki takes over three times longer to grow compared to cypresses from other regions. With an age exceeding 300 years, the lengthy growth period and challenging conditions contribute to the creation of dense and beautiful wood grain with excellent durability. This special cypress has a history of supplying wood for culturally significant structures in Japan.
The seat of the koshou is made of vegetable-tanned nume leather and canvas fabric, while the finish of the tray includes both an unpainted wooden finish, showcasing the natural beauty of Kiso Hinoki, and Gifu’s traditional shun-kei lacquer, where the wood grain is visible through the lacquer.
SPECIFICATIONS
Tray: Japanese Cypress(Red Shunkei laqure)
Stand: Japanese Cypress(Plain), Tanned Leather, Canvas
Width: 400 mm
Depth: 400 mm
Height: 440 mm
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Red shunkei
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
ABOUT JAPANESE LAQUERWARE - SHUNKEI
Lacquerware is an ancient Japanese craft where lacquer (urushi) is applied in multiple layers to materials like wood, bamboo, and paper to increase the strength and water resistance of the material. The base substance is the sap obtained from the trunk of the urushi tree, which is then purified, refined, and mixed with different pigments. Thanks to its excellent water resistance and heat retention properties combined with the beauty of lacquer, it has long been a popular material for creating works of art and items for daily use.
HANDLING
Wash lacquerware using a mild soap, as you would do with glassware or ceramics. Please avoid using aggressive detergents, polishing sponges, or scrubbers; use a soft sponge or cloth instead. After washing, we recom mend that you use a soft dishcloth to remove any moisture immediately. Wiping your lacquerware carefully polishes the surface and adds a shine that deepens gradually. Be careful not to stack lacquerware dishes together with ceramics and other hard-surfaced products when washing or storing to avoid scratches. Lacquerware does not respond well to sudden dryness, temperature changes, and UV-rays. Do not place your dishes under direct sunlight for many hours, and avoid placing them in the refrigerator,dishwasher,microwave,or oven. Leaving lacquerware dishes soaked in water or suddenly pouring hot water into them may cause peeling of the coating, discoloration, and deformed wood.
MAINTENANCE
Regarding new Shunkei-wares, oil contained in the lacquer may bleed over on the surface. It can be washed out, so there the dishes can be used normally. Don't worry; this will subside in about one year after lacquer application.
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MATERIALS AND CARE - TABLEWARE
SHIPPING DUTIES AND TIME -Furniture-
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Payment of duties
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Estimated delivery time
All products are order-made and carefully processed, assembled, and finished by our craftsmen in Japan.
Production time for Time & Style products will take up from 6 weeks to 12 weeks.
Production time for the Peter Zumthor collection takes three months.
We ship our products from japan.
For large quantities we will contact you.
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