Journal – "Weaving Words"
Shimekazari 2025–26|Sales Have Begun
Freshly crafted shimekazari for 2025–26 are now available online and in-store. Each piece is made from newly harvested rice straw and brings a gentle sense of renewal to the year’s...
Shimekazari 2025–26|Sales Have Begun
Announcement: Hiromi Kiriyama & Vintage Items —...
A special online exhibition featuring new bamboo works by Hiromi Kiriyama—shown together for the first time—alongside a selection of vintage daily tools. New pieces, revivals, and made-to-order baskets are available...
From Smoke to Form – Kazuho Shimomoto’s Quiet B...
Hello, this is Tomotake Ichikawa, owner of 1basketry. Starting Thursday, July 3rd, both our physical shop and online store are hosting “The One Table” ExhibitionDesign to Hold – Kazuho Shimomoto:...
To the Mountains of Kochi – Meeting Kazuho Shim...
Hello, this is Tomotake Ichikawa, owner of 1basketry. Starting Thursday, July 3rd, 1basketry will host “The One Table” ExhibitionDesign to Hold — Kazuho Shimomoto: Kiln-smoked Bamboo Cutlery — We look...
Thailand – Visiting the Village of Krajood (Par...
In this final part, we trace the final steps of how Krajood—water grass from southern Thailand—is carefully softened, flattened, and transformed into baskets by hand.Through rollers, tools, and quiet hands...
Thailand – Visiting the Village of Krajood (Par...
Krajood baskets begin their journey in the vast wetlands of southern Thailand. From harvesting in the swamp to drying under the sun, every step reflects the care of local makers....