Japanese

YC1 Chair by Mikiya Kobayashi

This sleek and functional design from Japanese designer Mikiya Kobayashi is an unconventional take on a classic silhouette. While the…

9 years ago

The Funambule Chair

This sleek new piece of furniture from Montreal-based designers Loïc Bard and Nicolas Granger marries hand-crafted quality and attention to…

9 years ago

Chocolate LEGO Bricks by Akihiro Mizuuchi

This sweet design began as part of a Valentine's Day tradition among Japanese designer Akihiro Mizuuchi and his friends. Every…

10 years ago

Updating the Ancient Art of Japanese Ceramics

Since 1879, Kutani Choemon has crafted exquisite porcelain in Ishikawa, Japan. Handmade in the kutani style, their ceramics often play…

10 years ago

Japanese Home Connected to Nature

The Krampon House in Hyogo, Japan is a two-story home by Shogo Aratani Architect & Associates. Clad in black, the…

10 years ago

Small Family House with a View

House Y by Kurashitokenchiku is a small family house in Japan. The front of the home is clad in wood…

10 years ago

Nendo’s Scale Watch Inspired by Rulers

A new arrival at Seibu in Japan, the Scale watch is a minimalist timepiece inspired by rulers. The practical style…

10 years ago

Envelope Boat Shoes by Nendo for Tod’s

Aptly called “Envelope,” these boat shoes were created by Nendo for Tod’s Envelope, an Italian brand that specializes in bags…

10 years ago

Tropical Bucket Hat by END and Journal Standard

Collaboratively designed by END and Journal Standard, this bucket hat is covered with tropical flowers. The cotton blend design keeps…

10 years ago

SS14 Backpack by White Mountaineering and Porter

The 2800 Denier Nylon Backpack is a durable and water-resistant design collaboratively developed by White Mountaineering and Porter. The bag…

10 years ago

Fondue Slippers by Satsuki Ohata

Satsuki Ohata’s Fondue Slippers are made by dipping one’s feet in colorful PVC and give the wearer the ultimate “wet…

10 years ago

Brother’s House in Japan by Hiroshi Kuno + Associates

The Brother’s House by Hiroshi Kuno + Associates is built into a hillside in Otaru in the Hokkaido Prefecture of…

10 years ago

HYGGE 2204 Chronograph Watch

New from Hygge, the 2204 Chronograph is a Japanese watch with minimalist, Scandinavian style. The color palette makes use of…

10 years ago

Fashion Lover’s Apartment Renovation

Airhouse Design Office renovated this 40-year-old concrete apartment in Nagoya, Japan. Notably, the industrial space now features a museum-like dressing…

10 years ago

Magne-Hinge Glasses by Nendo

Presented by Nendo at Milan Design Week, the Magne-Hinge glasses fasten with magnets instead of screws, making the titanium frames…

10 years ago

Bambi Chair: A Little Friend from the Forest

Italian journalist Elena Cattaneo is reporting on Design Week from Milan. This is her first post for GBlog. Stemming directly…

10 years ago

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