A Represenation of Time and Space – Frames by Shigeki Fujishiro
Talented Japanese designer Shigeki Fujishiro has created these wonderful kinetic sculptures under the series name Frames, with his ideas being to represent both time and space.
Walnut and Cherry Zabon Tables by Tomokazu Furui at OEN Shop
Handmade by Japanese woodworker Tomokazu Furui for OEN shop, the 'Zabon', meaning 'sitting tray' in Japanese, is often used in the tea ceremony to present sweets to guests.
Designed for Everyday Use – Japanese Designer Gen Suzuki for Industryplus
Industryplus combines experimental industrial design techniques with artisanal craftsmanship, producing functional objects at an obtainable price that are still beautiful enough to cherish.
Watercolours & Visualisations – Abstract Paintings by Satsuki Shibuya
Beautiful watercolour paintings by Californian-based artist Satsuki Shibuya, who uses a minimal amount of elements to convey complex and conceptual happenings in an abstract way.
Wa – The Essence of Japanese Design Book Now Available in OEN Shop
A beautiful book that focuses on everyday objects and interior design elements, 250 to be exact that help examine the intricacies of Japanese design and craft.
Experimenting with Light & Space – Conceptual Art by Tokujin Yoshioka
Tokujin Yoshioka has long been experimenting with light and space, creating some fantastic exhibits and sculptures to challenge the environments that we live in.
Japanese Woodblock Prints – Nature and Teabowls by Ann Symes
Inspired by the Japanese aesthetic, artist and creative Ann Symes has been using the ancient method of woodblock printing to create unusual and abstract patterns on paper.
Forms from Wire & Paper – Hanging Mobiles by Kayo Miyashita
A selection of beautifully crafted mobiles by Japanese artist Kayo Miyashita that are made from paper and wire, her eye for asymmetry and the natural order of things is very appealing.
Deceptively Simple – Crafted Japanese Wind Chimes by Nousaku
Japanese metalworking factory Nousaku are able to achieve a fine balance between machine and handiwork with their beautiful wind chimes and cast metal objects.
Bowls, Cups & Vases – Handmade for OEN Shop by Kana Tozuka
A new maker at OEN shop is Hokkaido potter Kana Tozuka, her works represent a sprinkling of snow and the black-bronze ceramics are almost like antiques honouring a transition in time.
Wooden Dishes, Trays & Chopstick Boxes by Yusuke Tazawa at OEN Shop
Japanese craftsman Yusuke Tazawa owns studio Think Forest! in in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture where he crafts these beautiful wooden trays. dishes and boxes by hand.
SAMELAND – In Lapland with the Sami People by Photographer Nao Tsuda
In a remote location far from any urban environment, Japanese photographer Nao Tsuda has been able to capture the life and surrounding area of the Sami people in Lapland.
