{"title":"Dragon","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"large-ink-stick-set-nara-sumi-dragon-kannon-seiryoku","title":"Large Ink Stick Set \/ Nara Sumi \/ Dragon, Kannon \u0026 Seiryoku","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThis set of three large sumi inks shows Shiho-ryu (four sides of a dragon), Kannon, and Seiryoku. These high-quality inks are filled with the traditional skills of Nara's ink craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003e It is recommended for writing large works of art or as a gift. You can also display it in your room as an interior decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：1400 years ago \/ 600AD \/ Yamato period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eInk was transmitted to Japan about 1400 years ago. According to the Nihon Shoki (Chronicles of Japan), it came from China in 610. Since Nara Prefecture was the capital of Japan at that time, there was a great demand for ink, which was used for sutra copying and writing documents. The location of Nara was ideal for the production of sumi ink, and this is one of the main reasons why sumi ink production has flourished in Nara to these days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAtsushi Nagano \/ Kinkoen\u003cbr\u003eHe is the seventh generation of Kinmokuen, a company that has been making Nara sumi ink in Nara Prefecture for over 100 years. He grew up watching his father and grandfather got black due to the ink all day long while making it, and he decided to take over the family business. He created new charms of sumi ink, such as aromatic sumi ink, which has an enjoyable aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08405-1024x576_480x480.jpg?v=1676038366\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Bokushu (墨守)\" = \"to protect ink.\"\u003cbr\u003eIn order to preserve the tradition, it is more important to pass it on than to make it. We are making efforts to pass on Nara sumi ink to the younger generation and people around the world by giving classes on sumi ink at elementary schools and holding hands-on sumi ink making classes in order to keep the more than 1400 years old tradition alive. We will continue to challenge the new possibilities of sumi ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eReceived award for Good Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsmen have not controlled the last phase of the sales channel resulting in the selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about the above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth：3.3cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness：1.3cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight：13.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight：75g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSoot\u003cbr\u003eGlue\u003cbr\u003eAroma\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Caution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWe may have to cancel your order if we do not have the product in stock.\u003cbr\u003ePlease understand this before your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWe have not uploaded this craftsman’s video yet, please discover another craftsman’s video from the link below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC96ayIUKf6vLCLuIaCRYnXg\" title=\"Suigenkyo YouTube\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC96ayIUKf6vLCLuIaCRYnXg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KINKOEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43358265082085,"sku":"1341766","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/products\/153854986.jpg?v=1661670776"},{"product_id":"belt-buckle-sterling-silver-dragon","title":"Belt Buckle \/ Dragon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThis buckle is made of Sterling Silver.\u003cbr\u003e This buckle is made of Sterling Silver. The skull has an outstanding presence and is a one-of-a-kind product that cannot be found in any store. The skull is handmade by craftsmen without using machines. \u003cbr\u003ePlease enjoy the asymmetry created by handwork!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：300 years ago \/ 1700AD \/ Edo period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIwami Ginzan Silver Mine in Japan was once one of the world's two largest silver mines, and Japan was one of the world's largest silver producers. Around the 17th century, craftsmen called silversmiths were highly valued by feudal lords, and they were also active in making not only silverware but also portable shrines for festivals and hairpins for women, and the general public patronized a wide variety of items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eKenichiro Izumi \/ Izumiken\u003cbr\u003eA craftsman who has been making Tokyo silverware in Tokyo since 1979. After graduating from an art school, he travelled around Japan for a year. He sometimes delivered newspapers to earn money. During the time, he was thinking about his future and ended up with making silverware. The company is known for making not only silverware, but also rings, buckles and other products that are in tune with the modern age. Careful and detailed handwork fascinates those who seethe making process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-02-10162905_480x480.png?v=1676014164\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Throughout a conversation with silver, guide it to the shape it wants to be.\"\u003cbr\u003eSilver can take on any form, and we place the utmost importance on how natural it can be. We are committed to creating products that are pleasant to use for both the silver and the customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eReceived the World Gold Council Award at the All Japan Gold and Silver Creation Exhibition.\u003cbr\u003eReceived the President's Award of the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries.\u003cbr\u003eDesignated as a traditional craftsman.\u003cbr\u003eThey have received many other awards for their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：5.5cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：1.5cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight：4.0cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：62g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSterling Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etwo months\u003c\/span\u003e for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"IZUMIKEN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43516779790565,"sku":"1531798","price":970.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/ChatGPTImage2026_8_13_02_36_40.png?v=1786556379"},{"product_id":"paper-tissue-box-dragon","title":"Paper Tissue Box \/ Dragon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe material used is all paper, making it an eco-friendly product. It is so strong that you may wonder if it is really made only of paper. \u003cbr\u003eIt is shaped with paper strings, lined both back and front, and dried with handmade dyed Japanese paper after being painstakingly stretched.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a stylishly designed tissue case. Since you only need to put on the drop lid, it is very easy to replace tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：70 years ago \/ 1950AD \/ Showa period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIt has been 50 years since the first generation, Kinsuke Ebitani, invented this product. Currently, the third generation (his grand-son), Ryota Ebitani, inherits the skill and spirit. In a world where the SDGs have been raised, he continues to appeal not only domestically but also internationally by making boxes using paper, a material that is friendly to the global environment. Suigenkyo believes that this product will be one of the leaders of Japanese crafts in the future with its reliable technology and ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eRyota Ebitani \/ Ebitani Kogei\u003cbr\u003eHe is a third generation of a craftsman family that have been making Omi Ikanbari in Shiga Prefecture since 1969. He has a unique background, having worked as a pastry chef and a motorcycle racer before joining the family business. He is also working on designs that match the modern market, and he hopes to create products that will be used by the younger generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC00638-1-1024x576_480x480.jpg?v=1676008824\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC00638-1-1024x576_480x480.jpg?v=1676008824\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Live a life with a passion so that you can die laughing at the moment of death. Leave no regrets, live life to the fullest\"\u003cbr\u003eEven if my profession has changed, the importance of these words and beliefs that I received when I was a motorcycle racer has not changed. Now, as a craftsman of Omi Ikkanbari, I want people all over the world to experience our products from the viewpoint of SDGs and eco-friendliness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eExhibited at Milan Design Week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：26cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth：14.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight：8cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight：340g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePaper\u003cbr\u003ePersimmon tannin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eMade to Order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBasically, this product is made to order, so it takes about 2~3 months from order to delivery. Please note that there may be unavoidable delays in delivery due to material shortages or delays in the production process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManufacturing Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cYnDlLQLk3M\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EBITANI KOGEI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48657956602085,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/products\/42ddd92c9ff0c0841219d71c98b9efe9.jpg?v=1665116760"},{"product_id":"ballpoint-pen-maki-e-dragon","title":"Ballpoint Pen \/ Maki-e \/ Dragon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThis is a powerful Wajima-nuri finished ballpoint pen with a dragon on it. It is recommended for use by yourself or as a gift.\u003cbr\u003eWajima-nuri is produced through more than 100 processes by the hands of craftsmen. Why don't you pick up the elegant and robust Wajima-nuri, which is a combination product of tradition and technique?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：600 years ago \/ 1400AD \/ Muromachi period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWajima-nuri is a type of lacquerware made in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture. It is said that the process was almost the same as the current process during the mid-Edo period (1716-1736). Although it was mostly used for weddings and funerals, it has come to have artistic significance in modern times since its designation as a national traditional craft in 1975. It is known as a significant presence in the world of lacquerware in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSoichiro Kado \/ Kadochi Urushi\u003cbr\u003eThe fifth generation of the family was born in Wajima, Noto, where the family business of manufacturing Wajima-nuri lacquerware has been in existence for about 100 years. We manufacture and sell high-end Wajima lacquerware using authentic Wajima-nuri techniques. We also offer made to order request and repair services that take advantage of the good qualities of Wajima-nuri, and we still carry on the traditional techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/S__560201774_0_480x480.jpg?v=1709782878\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/S__560201774_0_480x480.jpg?v=1709782878\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"Confident to say that Wajima-nuri is the best lacquerware in Japan and the world\"\u003cbr\u003eI have been familiar with lacquerware since I was a child and have interacted with highly skilled craftsmen. The craftsmanship and the crafts they create is so beautiful that it can be considered a work of art, and they create it every day using traditional techniques that have been handed down for hundreds of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eReceived the National Lacquer Industry Federation Chairman's Award\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003elength : 13cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eLacquer\u003cbr\u003eGold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about three Months for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KADOCHI URUSHI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43567846162661,"sku":"1212659","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/products\/09042156_52272e0eac39f-640x433.jpg?v=1665541075"},{"product_id":"noh-mask-kurohige-black-bearded-dragon-god","title":"Noh Mask \/ Kurohige (Black-bearded Dragon God)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThese custom-made Noh masks are made to order.\u003cbr\u003eThis mask represents a dragon god with magical powers who resides at the bottom of the sea. The name \"Kuro-hige\" (black beard) was given to this mask because the beard is depicted in black. We have commercialized Noh masks, which are used only in Noh plays, in order to deliver them to people all over the world. For those of you who love monsters and ghosts, why don't you display them in your rooms?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：700 years ago \/ 1300AD \/ Kamakura period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eNoh masks are masks used in Nohgaku, one of Japan's traditional performing arts. Nohgaku was once on the verge of extinction, but has been preserved as a traditional art form by the Emperor of Japan and has been handed down to the present day. Noh masks are a comprehensive art form that requires study of techniques from all fields of art, including sculpture, Japanese painting, metal forging, dyeing, and, in some cases, hair dressing and makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIchiyu Terai \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the age of 22, he studied under Takano Yuikan. Since then, he has been active as a Noh mask maker in Kyoto for more than 50 years. He is one of the few Noh mask makers in the modern era who handcrafts all processes of Noh masks. Terai's Noh masks have been selected not only by collectors, but also by museums and Noh performers, and have long been used in events at temples and shrines throughout the Kansai region. We also sell Noh masks to the general public in order to introduce them to people overseas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-04-27131657_480x480.png?v=1682569040\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-04-27131657_480x480.png?v=1682569040\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"First of all, you have to keep doing something with conviction, and by doing so, it will surely take shape.\"\u003cbr\u003eOriginally, I had no intention of becoming a Noh mask craftsman, but I just kept on doing \"making things\". Then I gradually gained recognition from the people around me, and here I am today. I believe that believing in yourself and continuing to do what you do is the best part of life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eProduced Japan's largest Noh mask 'Masume'\u003cbr\u003eHeld solo exhibitions in Canada, Germany, U.S.A., and other countries\u003cbr\u003eAdvisor to the Japan Noh Mask Art Association\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：22cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth：15cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight：9cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight：\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e150g～300g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about 4 months for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"ICHIYU TERAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43945993961701,"sku":"1681985","price":4720.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/products\/kurohige.jpg?v=1678254601"},{"product_id":"iron-kettle-rain-dragon-ama-ryu","title":"Iron Kettle \/ Rain Dragon (Ama-ryu)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach casting is handmade by skilled craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a mystical gem with a dragon design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"rain dragon\" refers to a water spirit that brings blessed rain, and it was believed that this rain dragon would bring the rain. Dragons are said to bridge the gap between gods and humans, and as sacred creatures, they are sometimes deified and enshrined in shrines and Buddhist temples. The rain dragon design is one of the most popular designs used not only on castings, but also on ceramics, kimonos, and many other items!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt features a clean form with a thin fabric and a beautiful sand grain cast surface, and is highly regarded visually and functionally for its good heat conductivity. The simple, lean design has a universal beauty that is at home at any dining table, while inheriting the spirit of the tea ceremony. Inheriting the items used by grandparents and parents and using them for a long time will bring memories of those who have used them. One of the characteristics of cast metal is that because it is long-lasting, you can cherish things and enjoy their background.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is recommended not only for daily use but also for interior decoration.\u003cbr\u003eWater boiled in an iron kettle has a mild taste and is very tasty, and you can also consume iron with a high absorption rate.\u003cbr\u003eWe hope you will use it to build a healthy body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：900 years ago \/ 1100AD \/ Heian period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eYamagata castings are metalwork made in Yamagata Prefecture. More than 1,000 years ago, a shogun (Shogun is a title of the conqueror at the time) visited Yamagata Prefecture with a group of foundry workers who discovered that the sand and soil quality of the region was ideal for casting molds. Today, there is a town named \"Copper Town\" still known as the town of foundry workers, and it was also the site of the first industrial complex in Japan during the Edo period (AD 1600).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eMikio Arai \/ Arai Koubou\u003cbr\u003eThey have started business in 1972. The business began with the casting of machine parts by the previous generation and the production of crafts by his wife, Fumiko Arai, and has continued to the present day with a focus on handmade small-lot production. In the Heisei Era (1990s), members of the royal family visited the workshop privately and created bronze works. The quality of our work is one of the best in Japan, and we have delivered several pieces to the Imperial Household as gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-04-17142457_480x480.png?v=1681709124\" alt=\"\" data-mce-selected=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-04-17142457_480x480.png?v=1681709124\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"A traditional craft that is different from mass-produced products\"\u003cbr\u003eWhile each part of a casting is made by a division of labor, our workshop adopts an integrated manufacturing process that makes everything. We make everything from the materials to the design to create a work of art that we are satisfied with. This approach is very rare, and we produce casting every day with the desire to keep traditional crafts alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eReceived the International Prize for Culture and the Arts\u003cbr\u003eMultiple deliveries of imperial gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：17cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：15cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight：21.5cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：1,662g\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIron\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eMade to Order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBasically, this product is made to order, so it takes about a month from order to delivery. Please note that there may be unavoidable delays in delivery due to material shortages or delays in the production process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"STUDIO ARAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44015853928677,"sku":"1181851","price":1160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/products\/DSC01194.jpg?v=1681870252"},{"product_id":"iron-sand-kettle-rain-dragon-ama-ryu","title":"Iron Sand Kettle \/ Rain Dragon (Ama-ryu)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach casting is handmade by skilled craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a mystical gem with a dragon design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"rain dragon\" refers to a water spirit that brings blessed rain, and it was believed that this rain dragon would bring rain. Dragons are said to bridge the gap between gods and humans, and as sacred creatures, they are sometimes deified and enshrined in shrines and Buddhist temples. The rain dragon design is one of the most popular designs used not only on castings, but also on ceramics, kimonos, and many other items!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe clean form of the thin fabric and the beautiful sandy-grained casting surface make it a visually and functionally appealing product with good heat conductivity.\u003cbr\u003eThe simple, lean design has a universal beauty that is at home at any dining table, while inheriting the spirit of chanoyu (tea ceremony). Inheriting the items used by grandparents and parents and using them for a long time will bring memories of those who have used them. Because of its longevity, one of the characteristics of cast metal is the ability to cherish things and enjoy their background.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is said that iron kettles made of iron sand can be used for 100 years. There are not many craftsmen in the world who produce tetsubin made of such iron sand.\u003cbr\u003eThe reason for this is that Japan originally had no access to iron and could only produce iron kettles using iron sand.\u003cbr\u003eAs a result, we were able to acquire unique techniques based on this background.\u003cbr\u003eIt is recommended not only for daily use but also for interior decoration.\u003cbr\u003eWater boiled in an iron kettle has a mild taste and is very tasty, and you can also consume iron with a high absorption rate.\u003cbr\u003eWe hope you will use it to build a healthy body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：900 years ago \/ 1100AD \/ Heian period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eYamagata castings are metalwork made in Yamagata Prefecture. More than 1,000 years ago, a shogun (Shogun is a title of the conqueror at the time) visited Yamagata Prefecture with a group of foundry workers who discovered that the sand and soil quality of the region was ideal for casting molds. Today, there is a town named \"Copper Town\" still known as the town of foundry workers, and it was also the site of the first industrial complex in Japan during the Edo period (AD 1600).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eMikio Arai \/ Arai Koubou\u003cbr\u003eThey have started business in 1972. The business began with the casting of machine parts by the previous generation and the production of crafts by his wife, Fumiko Arai, and has continued to the present day with a focus on handmade small-lot production. In the Heisei Era (1990s), members of the royal family visited the workshop privately and created bronze works. The quality of our work is one of the best in Japan, and we have delivered several pieces to the Imperial Household as gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-04-17142457_480x480.png?v=1681709124\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-04-17142457_480x480.png?v=1681709124\" data-mce-selected=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"A traditional craft that is different from mass-produced products\"\u003cbr\u003eWhile each part of a casting is made by a division of labor, our workshop adopts an integrated manufacturing process that makes everything. We make everything from the materials to the design to create a work of art that we are satisfied with. This approach is very rare, and we produce casting every day with the desire to keep traditional crafts alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eReceived the International Prize for Culture and the Arts\u003cbr\u003eMultiple deliveries of imperial gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：17cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：15cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight：21.5cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：1,794g\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIron Sand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eMade to Order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBasically, this product is made to order, so it takes about a month from order to delivery. Please note that there may be unavoidable delays in delivery due to material shortages or delays in the production process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"STUDIO ARAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44015855632613,"sku":"1181860","price":2680.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/products\/DSC01236.jpg?v=1681870315"},{"product_id":"wall-art-damascene-zogan-cloud-dragon-hammered-nashiji","title":"Wall Art \/ Damascene (Zogan) \/ Cloud Dragon \/ Hammered Nashiji","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eA powerful dragon is inlaid on a 1mm iron base with a pure gold wire, struck from the front and back with a tagegane. Also, the process is repeated using an engraving technique. The unique nashiji (pear-shaped) pattern is uneven.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe surface of the iron fabric is uneven. We call this \"Nashiji-style pattern\" because the fine grainy pattern looks like the skin of a pear, and it is their original technique. This unevenness can also be applied to create various patterns.\u003cbr\u003e“Ishime”, one of the techniques of carving, is also applied to gold and silver to create a three-dimensional effect. The flat surface of the iron fabric and Nashiji-style pattern, with or without engraving applied to gold and silver. Also, the shimmering craftsmanship as well as an elegance of Damascening are enhanced by the reflection of light.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWas originally used for armor ?\u003cbr\u003eOriginally, Damascening was used to decorate swords and other armaments, but this technique declined with the abolition of the Sword Law in 1876. Then, Damascening began to be used for decorative accessories. The elegant colors of gold and silver with the calm and elegant luster of Damascening were highly praised as the 'king of metal crafts', which have been used to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft? :1400 years ago \/ 600AD \/ Asuka period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDamascening was introduced to Japan during the Asuka period (710-794), and the oldest existing inlaid product in Japan is a seven-sided sword, a sacred treasure at Ishigami Shrine (Tenri City, Nara Prefecture). The oldest inlaid object produced in Japan is an iron sword excavated from the Inariyama burial mound (Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture) (estimated to be dated 471).\u003cbr\u003eZogan spread from Kyoto to the rest of Japan. There are various Zogan techniques, including \"flat Zogan,\" a technique in which the surface of the iron is dug out and inlaid at the same height as the gold and silver. Also, \"high Zogan,\" a technique in which the gold and silver are raised above the surface.\u003cbr\u003eNunome Zogan\" is a technique widely applied to weapons and armors after the introduction of guns. In this technique, gold and silver are hammered into valleys on the surface of the iron with fine cuts in multiple directions. It is called \"Kyo Zogan\" because it flourished in Kyoto.\u003cbr\u003eIt declined with the abolition of the sword law in 1876, but under the guidance of the government, it began to be used for decorative accessories. The elegant colors of gold and silver with the calm and elegant luster of Damascening were highly praised as the 'king of metal crafts', which have been used to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eKyo Zogan Ono \/ Yoshihiko Ono \u003cbr\u003eOno inlays and produces accessories and tea ceremony utensils such as iron kettles.\u003cbr\u003eOno's unique technique, \"Nashiji-style pattern,\" which expresses the texture of unevenness on the inlaid base material, is a distinctive feature of his work.\u003cbr\u003ePlease take a look at the accessories and feel the charm of Zogan close at hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08586_480x480.jpg?v=1697280325\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"We want to give back to society by preserving as much goodness as possible for future generations.\"\u003cbr\u003eOur affluent society is the result of the efforts of our predecessors. It will not be a smooth road to realize our ideals, but we are committed to be such a workshop every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：46cm\u003cbr\u003eLength：4.5cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight：31cm\u003cbr\u003eweight\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e：1800g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIron\u003cbr\u003eGold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about a Month for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"KYO ZOGAN ONO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44273880989925,"sku":"1911030","price":14100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08743_4799dbbc-400e-480d-8a59-30cdc680b7df.jpg?v=1697180856"},{"product_id":"wall-art-nunome-damascene-hammered-cloud-dragon","title":"Wall Art \/ Nunome Damascene \/ Hammered Cloud Dragon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eA powerful dragon is inlaid on a 1mm iron base with a pure gold wire, struck from the front and back with a tagegane. Also, the process is repeated using an engraving technique. The unique nashiji (pear-shaped) pattern is uneven.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe surface of the iron fabric is uneven. We call this \"Nashiji-style pattern\" because the fine grainy pattern looks like the skin of a pear, and it is their original technique. This unevenness can also be applied to create various patterns.\u003cbr\u003e“Ishime”, one of the techniques of carving, is also applied to gold and silver to create a three-dimensional effect. The flat surface of the iron fabric and Nashiji-style pattern, with or without engraving applied to gold and silver. Also, the shimmering craftsmanship as well as an elegance of Damascening are enhanced by the reflection of light.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWas originally used for armor ?\u003cbr\u003eOriginally, Damascening was used to decorate swords and other armaments, but this technique declined with the abolition of the Sword Law in 1876. Then, Damascening began to be used for decorative accessories. The elegant colors of gold and silver with the calm and elegant luster of Damascening were highly praised as the 'king of metal crafts', which have been used to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft? :1400 years ago \/ 600AD \/ Asuka period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDamascening was introduced to Japan during the Asuka period (710-794), and the oldest existing inlaid product in Japan is a seven-sided sword, a sacred treasure at Ishigami Shrine (Tenri City, Nara Prefecture). The oldest inlaid object produced in Japan is an iron sword excavated from the Inariyama burial mound (Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture) (estimated to be dated 471).\u003cbr\u003eZogan spread from Kyoto to the rest of Japan. There are various Zogan techniques, including \"flat Zogan,\" a technique in which the surface of the iron is dug out and inlaid at the same height as the gold and silver. Also, \"high Zogan,\" a technique in which the gold and silver are raised above the surface.\u003cbr\u003eNunome Zogan\" is a technique widely applied to weapons and armors after the introduction of guns. In this technique, gold and silver are hammered into valleys on the surface of the iron with fine cuts in multiple directions. It is called \"Kyo Zogan\" because it flourished in Kyoto.\u003cbr\u003eIt declined with the abolition of the sword law in 1876, but under the guidance of the government, it began to be used for decorative accessories. The elegant colors of gold and silver with the calm and elegant luster of Damascening were highly praised as the 'king of metal crafts', which have been used to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eKyo Zogan Ono \/ Yoshihiko Ono \u003cbr\u003eOno inlays and produces accessories and tea ceremony utensils such as iron kettles.\u003cbr\u003eOno's unique technique, \"Nashiji-style pattern,\" which expresses the texture of unevenness on the inlaid base material, is a distinctive feature of his work.\u003cbr\u003ePlease take a look at the accessories and feel the charm of Zogan close at hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08586_480x480.jpg?v=1697280325\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"We want to give back to society by preserving as much goodness as possible for future generations.\"\u003cbr\u003eOur affluent society is the result of the efforts of our predecessors. It will not be a smooth road to realize our ideals, but we are committed to be such a workshop every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：46cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength：4.5cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight：31cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eweight：1800g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIron\u003cbr\u003eGold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about a Month for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"KYO ZOGAN ONO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44273885413605,"sku":"1911031","price":14100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08764_61b3fd2b-2b02-42f6-9960-c080b4e9f6b7.jpg?v=1697180896"},{"product_id":"sculpture-wood-carving-dragon-suiun-style","title":"Sculpture \/ Wood Carving \/ Dragon \/ Suiun Style","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eUsing traditional techniques that have been handed down for over 70 years, we have brought the wood carving to life and produced a dragon that looks as if it were alive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dragon, which is said to symbolize all luck, is a powerful interior decoration.\u003cbr\u003eWe hope you will enjoy this hand-carved piece using traditional techniques to add color to your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：100 years ago \/ 1900AD \/ Showa period in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Ijiri Engraving Studio, we place great importance on applying the engraving techniques handed down from our predecessors into works that are blended in with the modern society. The service of the company is not limited to shrines and temples, but also focuses on the production of carved nameplates for ordinary homes and signboards for stores and other facilities. The works, which are carved by hand one by one by craftsmen, have warmth and originality, and have a mysterious charm that attracts people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIjiri Engraving Studio \/ Kazushige Ijiri\u003cbr\u003eThe company proposes innovative concepts for butsudan (Buddhist altars) that blend in with modern life. Also, they collaborate with traditional Shiga crafts to introduce new ideas that combine Shiga traditions and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC09012_480x480.jpg?v=1698216518\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC09012_480x480.jpg?v=1698216518\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWe utilize the engraving techniques not only to preserve its tradition, but also use them for \"now”. \u003cbr\u003eThis means Ijiri Engraving Studio wants to not only preserve their tradition, but also to utilize our engraving techniques globally for today’s society.\u003cbr\u003eWe are striving to create works of art that are needed by people who live in today's world. With this in mind, we strive to create works of art every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：31cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth：15cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight：24cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight：1168g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about a month for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"ENGRAVING STUDIO IJIRI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44327903822053,"sku":"1921000","price":1440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08788.jpg?v=1698214890"},{"product_id":"wooden-fish-drum-mokugyo-dragon-carving-5-5-sun-16-5cm","title":"Wooden Fish Drum (Mokugyo) \/ Dragon Carving \/ 5.5-sun (16.5cm)","description":"\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":289}'\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":49,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":118,\"y\":49,\"w\":0,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":526,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":118,\"y\":49,\"w\":0,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":526,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":83,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":363}'\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":118,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":398}'\u003eThis Wooden Drum is carved from precious camphorwood by skilled craftsmen. Each piece is carefully hand-carved.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":270,\"y\":138,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":678,\"abs_y\":418}'\u003eWooden Drum is a wooden sounding instrument used in sects other than Jodo Shinshu to set the tone for sutra chanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":212,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":492}'\u003eIt is also recommended for interior decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":248,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":528}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":248,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":460,\"abs_y\":528}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":284,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":564}'\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":319,\"w\":548,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":599}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：500 years ago \/ 1500AD \/ Muromachi period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":374,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":654}'\u003eWooden Drum is a wooden Buddhist altar utensil that is struck during chanting of sutras at funerals and memorial services.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":301,\"y\":394,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":709,\"abs_y\":674}'\u003eIt is characterized by its rounded bell-like shape, hollow inside, and carved with a fish scale pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":469,\"w\":548,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":749}'\u003eThe history of Wooden Drum is very old and is said to have begun in the Muromachi period (1333-1573). One theory is that the original Japanese Wooden Drum was made of hardwood at Unko-ji Temple in Yamanashi Prefecture.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":502,\"y\":508,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":910,\"abs_y\":788}'\u003eThe inscription on this Wooden Drum was dated “Oei 4,” which suggests that Wooden Drums have been around since the Muromachi period (1333-1573).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":583,\"w\":548,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":863}'\u003eAnother origin of Wooden Drum is said to be the use of wooden musical instruments in Zen temples during the Muromachi period (1333-1573) to attract the masses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":658,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":938}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":658,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":938}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":693,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":973}'\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":727,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1007}'\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":762,\"w\":548,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1042}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eFukada Wood Works\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":169,\"y\":762,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":577,\"abs_y\":1042}'\u003eFukada Wood Works is a woodworking company located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":150,\"y\":801,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":558,\"abs_y\":1081}'\u003eSince its establishment of the first generation, the second and third generations have continued to make Wooden Drum.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":288,\"y\":841,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":696,\"abs_y\":1121}'\u003eThey make Woodenen Drum for temples, homes, and musical instruments.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":501,\"y\":860,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":909,\"abs_y\":1140}'\u003eWe mainly deal with mulberry wood and camphor wood, but we also deal with cork wood and zelkova wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":935,\"w\":548,\"h\":632,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1215}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/20240816-140501.png?v=1723784753\" alt=\"\" bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":935,\"w\":1117,\"h\":628,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":1215}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1583,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1863}'\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1619,\"w\":548,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1899}'\u003e“We make our products with the hope that they will fit into the lives of ordinary households.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1674,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1954}'\u003eWe mainly make Wooden Drum for temples, but we want more people to know and experience the beautiful sound created by cutting, shaving, and carving wood, and the traditional technique of making Wooden Drum that has been handed down in Japan since ancient times, in order to connect it to the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1768,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2048}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1804,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2084}'\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1844,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2124}'\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1880,\"w\":548,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2160}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1994,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2274}'\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2029,\"w\":548,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2309}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2049,\"w\":515,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2329}' data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":121,\"y\":2107,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":529,\"abs_y\":2387}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2143,\"w\":548,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2423}'\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":77,\"y\":2163,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":485,\"abs_y\":2443}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2182,\"w\":410,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2462}' data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2182,\"w\":410,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2462}' data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":422,\"y\":2182,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":830,\"abs_y\":2462}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2218,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2498}'\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2219,\"w\":0,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2499}'\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2258,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2538}'\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2298,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2578}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：17.4cm\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":137,\"y\":2298,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":545,\"abs_y\":2578}'\u003eDepth : 19.5cm\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":134,\"y\":2317,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":542,\"abs_y\":2597}'\u003eHeight : 16.3cm\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":138,\"y\":2337,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":546,\"abs_y\":2617}'\u003eWeight : 930g\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":127,\"y\":2357,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":535,\"abs_y\":2637}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2376,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2656}'\u003e\u003cem bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2376,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2656}'\u003e\u003cu bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2376,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2656}'\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2392,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2672}'\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2432,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2712}'\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2466,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2746}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWood\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":79,\"y\":2466,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":487,\"abs_y\":2746}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2501,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2781}'\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2535,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2815}'\u003eIf we do not have the product in stock, it will take 3 months to produce.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOOD WORKS FUKADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45977054413029,"sku":null,"price":920.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/S__573866014_0.jpg?v=1723783069"},{"product_id":"wooden-fish-drum-mokugyo-dragon-carving-6-sun-18cm","title":"Wooden Fish Drum (Mokugyo) \/ Dragon Carving \/ 6-sun (18cm)","description":"\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":289}'\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":49,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":118,\"y\":49,\"w\":0,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":526,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":118,\"y\":49,\"w\":0,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":526,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":83,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":363}'\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":118,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":398}'\u003eThis Wooden Drum is carved from precious camphorwood by skilled craftsmen. Each piece is carefully hand-carved.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":270,\"y\":138,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":678,\"abs_y\":418}'\u003eWooden Drum is a wooden sounding instrument used in sects other than Jodo Shinshu to set the tone for sutra chanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":212,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":492}'\u003eIt is also recommended for interior decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":248,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":528}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":52,\"y\":248,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":460,\"abs_y\":528}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":284,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":564}'\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":319,\"w\":548,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":599}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：500 years ago \/ 1500AD \/ Muromachi period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":374,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":654}'\u003eWooden Drum is a wooden Buddhist altar utensil that is struck during chanting of sutras at funerals and memorial services.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":301,\"y\":394,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":709,\"abs_y\":674}'\u003eIt is characterized by its rounded bell-like shape, hollow inside, and carved with a fish scale pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":469,\"w\":548,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":749}'\u003eThe history of Wooden Drum is very old and is said to have begun in the Muromachi period (1333-1573). One theory is that the original Japanese Wooden Drum was made of hardwood at Unko-ji Temple in Yamanashi Prefecture.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":502,\"y\":508,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":910,\"abs_y\":788}'\u003eThe inscription on this Wooden Drum was dated “Oei 4,” which suggests that Wooden Drums have been around since the Muromachi period (1333-1573).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":583,\"w\":548,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":863}'\u003eAnother origin of Wooden Drum is said to be the use of wooden musical instruments in Zen temples during the Muromachi period (1333-1573) to attract the masses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":658,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":938}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":658,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":938}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":693,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":973}'\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":727,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1007}'\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":762,\"w\":548,\"h\":156,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1042}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eFukada Wood Works\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":169,\"y\":762,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":577,\"abs_y\":1042}'\u003eFukada Wood Works is a woodworking company located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":150,\"y\":801,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":558,\"abs_y\":1081}'\u003eSince its establishment of the first generation, the second and third generations have continued to make Wooden Drum.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":288,\"y\":841,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":696,\"abs_y\":1121}'\u003eThey make Woodenen Drum for temples, homes, and musical instruments.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":501,\"y\":860,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":909,\"abs_y\":1140}'\u003eWe mainly deal with mulberry wood and camphor wood, but we also deal with cork wood and zelkova wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":935,\"w\":548,\"h\":632,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1215}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/20240816-140501.png?v=1723784753\" alt=\"\" bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":935,\"w\":1117,\"h\":628,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":1215}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1583,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1863}'\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1619,\"w\":548,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1899}'\u003e“We make our products with the hope that they will fit into the lives of ordinary households.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1674,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":1954}'\u003eWe mainly make Wooden Drum for temples, but we want more people to know and experience the beautiful sound created by cutting, shaving, and carving wood, and the traditional technique of making Wooden Drum that has been handed down in Japan since ancient times, in order to connect it to the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1768,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2048}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1804,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2084}'\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1844,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2124}'\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1880,\"w\":548,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2160}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1994,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2274}'\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2029,\"w\":548,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2309}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2049,\"w\":515,\"h\":77,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2329}' data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":121,\"y\":2107,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":529,\"abs_y\":2387}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2143,\"w\":548,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2423}'\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":77,\"y\":2163,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":485,\"abs_y\":2443}'\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2182,\"w\":410,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2462}' data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2182,\"w\":410,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2462}' data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":422,\"y\":2182,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":830,\"abs_y\":2462}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2218,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2498}'\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2219,\"w\":0,\"h\":28,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2499}'\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2258,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2538}'\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2298,\"w\":548,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2578}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：18.5cm\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":137,\"y\":2298,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":545,\"abs_y\":2578}'\u003eDepth : 22.5cm\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":134,\"y\":2317,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":542,\"abs_y\":2597}'\u003eHeight : 19.0cm\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":138,\"y\":2337,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":546,\"abs_y\":2617}'\u003eWeight : 1150g\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":135,\"y\":2357,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":543,\"abs_y\":2637}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2376,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2656}'\u003e\u003cem bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2376,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2656}'\u003e\u003cu bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":2376,\"w\":0,\"h\":0,\"abs_x\":450,\"abs_y\":2656}'\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2392,\"w\":548,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2672}'\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2432,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2712}'\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2466,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2746}' data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWood\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":79,\"y\":2466,\"w\":0,\"h\":18,\"abs_x\":487,\"abs_y\":2746}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2501,\"w\":548,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2781}'\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":2535,\"w\":548,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":420,\"abs_y\":2815}'\u003eIf we do not have the product in stock, it will take 3 months to produce.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOOD WORKS FUKADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45977055035621,"sku":null,"price":1180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/S__573866014_0_e576556c-77be-4dca-bad9-7cea7f82b993.jpg?v=1723783079"}],"url":"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/en-ph\/collections\/dragon.oembed","provider":"Suigenkyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}