Most of Made in Japan products are sourced from small, family-run kilns in Gifu on the central island of Honshu, with the rest of our collections sourced from all over Japan. Our products make their way from Japan to our lovely warehouse in Yorkshire, where we keep them safe until it’s time for them to head to their new homes.
Just Enough Design
Just Enough Design
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A Japanese designer offers a compelling alternative way to engage with our possessions, our history, our environment, and each other.
The Japanese phrase "hodo-hodo" originates in ancient times. When contemporary designer Taku Satoh applies it to his work, it means "just enough." Hodo-hodo design deliberately holds back, leaving room for individuals to engage with objects according to their unique sensibilities. In the midst of a consumerist age, Satoh has built an illustrious design career around this philosophy, creating iconic work in fashion, food, and architecture. His ideas speak not just to professional designers, but to anyone who wishes to move more thoughtfully through the world. Within this slim but powerful volume, Satoh explains his philosophy through tangible examples—from the aesthetic of a timeworn ramen shop to a rooftop playground inspired by onomatopoeia. Urging readers to appreciate everyday objects and spaces and to question the lure of convenience, he delivers a message rooted in the past yet perfectly suited to our times.
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144 pages
197 x 22 x 235 mm
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What makes our products so special
Unique - with slight irregularities in size, glaze and texture, no two pieces are the same
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Quality - made from the finest Japanese Minoyaki porcelain
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Robust - dishwasher and microwave safe (except a few of the crackle glazes)
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Personal - hand-finished by talented craftspeople from the kilns of Gifu
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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.
A beautiful small dish - exactly what I wanted. It’s charming and a beautiful blue. Delivery was very rapid and the dish was carefully wrapped in Japanese newspaper and bubble wrap. Very pleased!
Alison Barber
Fantastic experience with Made in Japan. Beautiful plates, carefully packaged and very fast shipping with excellent customer service.
As a business it’s great to find a supplier that clearly have a lot of passion for what they do. Will definitely be using in
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Hartley’s Cookery School
Beautiful item I received and lovely customer service. Just in love with the products. I will definitely buy again!
Bethany Key