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Asakura Makanai Natural Snow Beech Stool

Asakura Makanai Natural Snow Beech Stool

Regular price £218.00
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Crafted by Asakura Kagu, a Japanese furniture maker founded in 1950, the Makanai Stool is inspired by the Japanese concept of makanai - making thoughtful use of materials with care, skill, and respect for the resource.

Made from solid Snow Beech and finished with natural oil, each stool celebrates the unique character of the timber. Originally conceived as a way to make use of shorter lengths and distinctive pieces of wood left from larger furniture production, the Makanai Stool transforms these materials into a beautiful and practical everyday object.

Its simple, versatile form makes it equally suited as occasional seating, a bedside table, a plant stand, or an accent piece throughout the home. Multiple stools can also be stacked for convenient storage when not in use.

Features

  • Size: W30.5 x D30.5 x H44 cm
  • Material: Solid Snow Beech Wood
  • Finish: Natural Oil Finish
  • Stackable Design
  • Crafted by skilled craftsmen in Japan

As each stool is crafted from solid Snow Beech, subtle variations in grain, colour, knots, and natural markings are part of the wood’s natural beauty, ensuring that every piece is one of a kind.

A timeless and versatile piece that showcases the warmth and craftsmanship of Japanese woodworking.

Made in Japan

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About Asakura Kagu

Founded in 1950, Asakura Kagu is a Japanese furniture and homeware maker based in Niigata Prefecture. Combining generations of woodworking expertise with a contemporary approach to design, the company creates thoughtful products that bring the warmth and beauty of natural wood into everyday life.

Guided by a commitment to living in harmony with nature, Asakura Kagu works extensively with locally sourced Japanese timber and supports initiatives such as the Snow Beech Project, promoting sustainable forestry in Niigata. Each piece reflects the company’s dedication to craftsmanship, functionality, and the unique character of natural materials.

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What’s in the box?

Our products are made with love and care in Japan, but it’s with you where their story lives on. And for that to happen, we need to make sure they arrive with you in one piece! We carefully wrap each item in bubble wrap and traditional Japanese newspapers (you’ll often find a Japanese crossword or sudoku to solve!). You’ll also receive a short guide on how to care for and cherish your new tableware. Sustainability is important to us and we’re working hard on ways to keep items safe while being kind to the planet, too.

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