New at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Designer Yumiko iihoshi
Yumiko iihoshi has always maintained a presence in our shop, early on I noticed the functionality in the objects and the beautiful glazes that she uses, so we are pleased to stock more from her.
New at OEN Shop – Metal Boxes & Canisters by Japanese Studio SyuRo
New works by SyuRo have arrived, a Japanese studio founded by Masuko Unayama in 2000 as she was inspired by the small factories crafting using the so called 'Monozukuri' philosophy.
The Art of Yuzen Dyeing – A Short Film on Master Artisan Keikou Tanabe
Keikou Tanabe is taking part in the tradition of Yuzen Dyeing, a technique that is part of the Kimono making process and requires the artist to apply dyes to the fabric in order to depict cultural life.
New at OEN Shop – Blue Lacquer Chopsticks & Cherry Spoon by Yusuke Tazawa
We recently asked Yusuke Tazawa if he would kindly interpret his own style in to a series of handcrafted chopsticks and a spoon, what arrived here at the studio is really special indeed.
New at OEN Shop – Brass & Aluminium Objects by Craftsman Naho Kamada
Naho was born in Kumamoto but now lives and works in Tokyo. She uses her background as a painter to assist her metalwork, thinking about the gradient and shape in the metal.
Exploring Miyajima Island in Japan – 500 Rakan Statues at Daisho-in
While on a visit to the island of Miyajima, a short boat ride from Hiroshima, I set foot in the temple grounds of Daisho-in and photographed the unique 500 Rakan Statues that reside here.
Tidal Tints – Nature Captured by Japanese Photographer Kazuyuki Okajima
Japanese photographer Kazuyuki Okajima resides in Chiba and has produced this series titled Tidal Tint that showcases his never ending fascination for the undulation of waves.
Minimalist Shaping – Wooden Furniture by Japanese Designer Mikiya Kobayashi
These works by Japanese designer Mikiya Kobayashi really appealed to me, he has taken traditional elements but has hoped to elevate them in a functional manner and use natural materials to help him.
New at OEN Shop – Chopsticks & Tea Boxes by the Craftsmen at Studio KUKU
Studio KUKU make tableware and furniture inspired by the nature surrounding their studio in Nagano, so we're pleased to announce new work from them that has arrived in the shop.
New at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Potter Shinobu Hashimoto
We've been waiting tentatively for new works to arrive from Japanese potter Shinobu Hashimoto, so we are pleased to announce that a new selection has been uploaded to the shop.
Natural Objects in a Space – A Visit to Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto, Japan
We visit Ryoanji Temple in the north of Kyoto, an inspiring location that's most famous for its minimalist zen garden, featuring fifteen stones in an abstract composition.
New Maker at OEN Shop – Ceramics by Japanese Potter Fumihiro Toda
We are excited to release a selection of ceramics by a new Japanese maker named Fumihiro Toda, a well respected craftsman who is known for his beautiful ceramics with rustic touches.
