The burning of incense is a centuries old tradition in Japan; the Japanese use the phrase koh-do to describe incense appreciation. Incense is used in casual settings—at home to create a...
One of the most beloved of all Japanese Buddhist divinities, Jizo serves his customary and traditional roles as patron saint of expectant mothers, children, firemen, travelers, pilgrims, and the protector...
We were fortunate for the opportunity to visit Iwachu Ironworks, located in northern Japan's Morioka City, the historical center of the craft of nambu-tekki (cast iron). Finished with a special...
We were fortunate for the opportunity to visit Iwachu Ironworks, located in northern Japan's Morioka City, the historical center of the craft of nambu-tekki (cast iron). Finished with a special...
Long regarded as a symbol of good luck, rabbits are a familiar decorative motif in Japan. This version is crafted of cast iron, or nambu-tekki which was first made in...
We were fortunate for the opportunity to visit Iwachu Ironworks, located in northern Japan's Morioka City, the historical center of the craft of nambu-tekki (cast iron). Finished with a special...
We were fortunate for the opportunity to visit Iwachu Ironworks, located in northern Japan's Morioka City, the historical center of the craft of nambu-tekki (cast iron). Finished with a special...
This special sake cup is hand-cast by skilled artisans in sand, which results in their unique textured finish and soft, lustrous glow. It is made of 100% solid tin, which...
This special sake cup is hand-cast by skilled artisans in sand, which results in their unique textured finish and soft, lustrous glow. It is made of 100% solid tin, which...
Sake drinking is a Japanese tradition that Americans are showing a growing appreciation for. A variation on the classic Japanese masu (cedar box-shaped sake cup), these solid cedar sake cups...
Following his design of the famous Chemex Coffee Maker, the German born designer Peter Schlumbohm created this water kettle that is the essence of functional purity and simplicity. Handblown from...
Despite the wealth of electric kitchen gadgets available, sometimes hand tools really do the job the best. This traditional tool for juicing lemons, limes, or other citrus is one such...
They don’t call them Carry-All for nothing: these all-purpose pouches from Portland bag makers Chester Wallace are a stylish solution for carrying a wide range of small items from notebooks...
Portland based designer Patrick Long created the Chester Wallace Tote a few years ago and it quickly became a favorite: we've shipped them out to customers from San Francisco to...
Designed and produced in Portland under the name of Chester Wallace, this collection of handsome, rugged bags was inspired by classic tool bags. Made from durable, heavy weight American-made canvas,...
The newest bag from Chester Wallace, this sturdy Scout Pack takes the classic flap knapsack into a more stylish realm without sacrificing function. Constructed of heavy duty, water repellent waxed...
Portland designer Patrick Long drew inspiration from classic tool bags to create these locally sewn totes that bear the name 'Chester Wallace'—a combination of the designer's grandfather's names. This version,...
Portland designer Patrick Long drew inspiration from classic tool bags to create these locally sewn totes that bear the name 'Chester Wallace'—a combination of the designer's grandfather's names. Constructed of...
Both rugged and elegant, this German-made corkscrew features a specially designed corkscrew mechanism that cuts into corks cleanly without breaking them. Simply position the bell-shaped end of the corkscrew over...
The distinctive, patented design of these premium US made combs sets them apart from the ordinary. The carbon fiber version is made from a unique composite material which is ultra-smooth,...
Designed to accommodate the distinctive design of the patented Chicago Combs, this smooth black leather sheath is constructed from premium Horween leather. Horween Tannery has produced fine leather in their hometown of...
The distinctive, patented design of these premium US made combs sets them apart from the ordinary. The stainless steel version is precisely cut from American steel, then carefully hand-finished in...
Massimo Gardone with Alessandra Muran has produced a volume that is many things: a living and vivid herbarium of nature's colors with elements collected and photographed while still fresh, but...
Form and function come together in perfect harmony in this award winning wine carafe produced by the iconic Finnish glassworks Iittala. The distinctive wide base maximizes the surface area of...