{"product_id":"3115215","title":"Organizing Basket \"Square\" \/ Water Hyacinth \/ THA 3115215","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are baskets made from water hyacinth, an aquatic plant that grows in calm rivers and ponds.\u003cbr\u003eWe introduce this square organizing basket, available in two sizes: M and L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0254-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31529\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210502_486-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11703 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven among water hyacinth products, the types of items—such as baskets, basket bags, small containers, and pot mats—vary depending on the artisans (region) and weaving techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost artisans are women in their 40s to 70s. Most of them weave baskets within village groups or as part of family-based teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany artisans weave as a full-time occupation, while others make baskets alongside their farming activities. Those working part-time often pause weaving during harvest seasons to focus on agriculture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with Krajood basketry, although young weavers remain few,\u003cbr\u003ethere is a renewed appreciation within Thailand for natural material products,\u003cbr\u003eand it seems that more young people are starting to take an interest in basketry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_88.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_88.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24467\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAfter harvesting, water hyacinth is thoroughly sun-dried and then fumigated.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_91.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_91.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24468\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eFumigation removes moisture from the material, making it stable for basket weaving. It also helps deter insects.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_94.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_94.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24469\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eDepending on the artisan, fumigation may be done either after drying or after the basket has been woven.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_89.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_89.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24470\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe sides are woven in a pattern that resembles “matsuba(pine needle)-ami,” a technique seen in Japanese Akebi basketry. Its name comes from how the horizontal stalks split in two, resembling pine needles.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_86.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_86.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24471\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the rim. The vertical stalks are twisted into a cord-like form and woven in to finish the edge.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_87.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_87.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24472\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the top view. The rim is firmly finished with a four-strand braid. Depending on the thickness and width of the material, the weave’s width and fineness may vary. Differences also occur depending on the artisan. Please understand that we deliver what is available at the time of arrival.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_92.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_92.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24474\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the bottom view.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_93.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_93.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24475\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is a nearly square basket with a slightly deeper form.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_85.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_85.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24476\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the M size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_83.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_83.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24477\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt’s ideal for organizing pantry items like condiments or dried goods in the kitchen.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0252.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31531\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0253-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31532\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_84.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_84.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24478\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the L size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_82.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_82.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24479\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt also works well for storing toiletries or cleaning supplies.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0250.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31533\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0251.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31534\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince water hyacinth is particularly sensitive to humidity,\u003cbr\u003ea matte varnish has been applied to the entire basket as a finishing touch.\u003cbr\u003eThis coating helps prevent the material from absorbing moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor storage, it is best to keep the basket indoors in a well-ventilated place to avoid humidity.\u003cbr\u003eIt is better to store it on a higher shelf or hang it rather than leaving it on the floor.\u003cbr\u003eIf you live in a two-story house, storing it on the upper floor is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_0453-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31536\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you can see the L size holding four rolls of toilet paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24480\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact, cube-shaped basket.\u003cbr\u003eJust gathering small, scattered items into this basket can instantly make your space feel tidier.\u003cbr\u003eYou might also enjoy draping a handkerchief or scarf over the top to keep out dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease choose the size that best suits your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/220403_77.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24481\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Water Hyacinth Craftwork in Thailand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater hyacinth is an aquatic plant\u003cbr\u003ethat floats and grows on the surfaces of lakes, marshes, ponds, and gently flowing rivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is commonly found throughout Southeast Asia, including Thailand,\u003cbr\u003eand basketry using water hyacinth can be seen in many regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Thailand, water hyacinth can be harvested year-round,\u003cbr\u003ebut it is said that healthier plants are harvested outside of the dry season (January to April).\u003cbr\u003eThe color of the grass (and thus the basket) also varies depending on the harvesting region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious methods are used in processing: splitting the thick stems into different widths for weaving,\u003cbr\u003etwisting the stems into rope-like strands before weaving, peeling the stems thinly and wrapping them,\u003cbr\u003eor compressing and shaping them. Water hyacinth is a material that is relatively easy to work with.\u003cbr\u003eFor baskets and basket bags, weaving is often done along wooden molds,\u003cbr\u003ewhile items like pot mats and slippers are typically crafted by hand without molds, relying on the artisan’s sense of touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces introduced here are crafted in the fertile central plains of Thailand,\u003cbr\u003ealong the Chao Phraya River, where rice-growing regions spread across Suphanburi, Ang Thong, and Chainat provinces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis item ships from Japan. \u003cbr\u003eAs the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. \u003cbr\u003eThese costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. \u003cbr\u003ePlease check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":43544761237653,"sku":"3115215-1","price":6050.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":43544761270421,"sku":"3115215-2","price":7370.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/DSC_0449.jpg?v=1741836110","url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/3115215","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}