Combines centuries-old craftsmanship with bold forms and unmistakable worlds of colour. A master of innovation, creating the perfect centrepiece for any modern Kokeshi collection.
Creates highly original Kokeshi and wooden vehicles full of animal charm. A must-have for collectors with a sense of the unexpected – and for anyone who believes a Kokeshi may also raise a smile.
hree generations, one workshop, no compromise. Sato-san masters every step — from felling the wood to the final brushstroke — keeping one of the last true family workshops in the Tohoku region alive.
Raised between the lathe and the brush — and still found his own voice. Sato-san is the creator of the gradation Kokeshi: flowing colour transitions that are something entirely new within the family tradition.
An award-winning artist who creates unique Kokeshi portraits with soul – powerful, expressive and full of poetry. Images that stay with you and transform any room into a small gallery.
Sews handmade teddy bears from original Japanese gold brocade – refined one-of-a-kind pieces with character, sure to delight as an unforgettable gift or exclusive decorative object.
From a wooden block to a punk icon: Discover how NINA, an unconventional Kokeshi with a mohican, came to be. A process that fuses traditional craftsmanship with refreshing pop culture.
From a wooden block to a punk icon: Discover how NINA, an unconventional Kokeshi with a mohican, came to be. A process that fuses traditional craftsmanship with refreshing pop culture.