WATANABE Hiroyuki Marquetry Tray - Windowpane M (Cherry/Padauk/Glass Paint)

The works of Hiroyuki Watanabe, handcrafted with care, exude the warmth of wood.
Their inviting presence naturally blends into everyday life.
These are Yosegi-zaiku, traditional Japanese parquetry where different types of wood are combined to create patterns.
The Yosegi trays, designed to fit modern lifestyles, use only natural wood, showcasing the beauty created by nature.

 

《 Ameno Tsumugu's Soliloquy 》

When I serve guests snacks on this Yosegi tray, they almost always compliment it.
I often use it for bread and fruit at breakfast, and since I can enjoy different atmospheres depending on the combination and pattern of the wood,
I've collected several and use them according to my mood.
It's also very useful for brightening up a space as an ornament or an accessory holder.

 

Size: W approx. 12cm x H approx. 20.5cm x D approx. 8mm
Material: Natural wood

 

〈Care Instructions for Wooden Items〉

Wooden items are very sensitive to water, heat, and fire. Therefore, their surfaces are protected with a film made of lacquer, oil, or beeswax.
Dishwashers and microwaves are very harsh on wood, so please never use them.
Soaking in water for long periods or exposing them to direct sunlight can cause cracking and warping, so please be careful.
When washing, use water or lukewarm water and a sponge.
After washing, immediately remove moisture and wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth.

 

Hiroyuki Watanabe
Hiroyuki Watanabe's works, meticulously hand-carved, exude the warmth of wood. "It's like a live music performance," he says.
Like a live performance, he creates his pieces valuing the unique lines and wood textures that can only be achieved at that moment.
Watanabe's desire to create works that are "easy to pick up in everyday life" – in a good way, devoid of tension – is evident throughout his creations.