Nanpu Crafts Hexagonal Lidded Basket, White

Regular price: ¥3,850
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Sale price: ¥3,850

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Basic Specifications

Craftsman: Nanpu Kōgei / Hiji Town, Oita Prefecture
Material: Bamboo
Size: Approx. φ135 × H70 mm
　　　　Inner diameter: Approx. φ105 × H60 mm

Notes

Because they are handmade using natural materials, individual differences may be observed in shape, color, and size.

Regarding gift wrapping

Gift wrapping is available for 390 yen (tax included) per item.
Please select "Would you like gift wrapping?" below the "Add to Cart" button on each product page.
If you have selected multiple items and would like each to be wrapped individually, please purchase the necessary number of gift wrappings.
If you would like items to be wrapped together, please specify this in the "Notes" section of your cart, and we will accommodate your request.

Delivery Information

Shipping Lead Times

Normally, your selected items will be shipped within 1 to 2 business days (excluding weekends and holidays).
In some cases, such as during busy periods or when extra care is needed for inspection and packaging, it may take a little longer. However, all orders will be dispatched within a maximum of 7 business days.

Should there be a delay beyond the usual timeframe, we will contact you via email in advance.
We will also send a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number as soon as your items have been dispatched.

*Please note that each separate order is shipped as a separate package.
Due to our system, we are unable to consolidate multiple orders after they have been placed. We appreciate your understanding.

Scheduled Delivery (Japan Domestic Only)

Please note: Date and time specification is available ONLY for shipping addresses within Japan.

For international orders, your items will be shipped as soon as they are ready, and we are unable to accept specific delivery date or time requests.

[For Domestic Shipping Within Japan]
For orders placed by 12:00 PM (JST) on business days, the order will be processed on the same day. You may select a delivery date starting from 3 days after your order date.
If you prefer the earliest possible delivery, please leave the date unspecified, and we will ship your items as soon as they are ready.

＜Available Time Slots for Domestic Shipping＞

You may choose from the following periods (all times in JST):

Morning, 14:00–16:00, 16:00–18:00, 18:00–20:00, 19:00–21:00

*Please note that time-specific delivery may not be available for certain remote islands or mountainous regions within Japan.
Additionally, for areas that require more days for delivery, we may not be able to meet your requested date. In such cases, we will contact you in advance.

*For large items such as furniture, scheduled delivery is not available as they require specialized shipping services. We appreciate your understanding.

*During peak seasons in Japan—such as the New Year holidays, Obon (mid-August), or seasonal gift-giving periods (Ochugen in July and Oseibo in December)—date and time specifications may be temporarily unavailable due to high courier volumes.

White Mutsume-marukago with Lid

The White Mutsume-marukago with Lid, crafted from bamboo, captivates with its subtle luster and gentle texture, unique to the material. The delicate bamboo strips, meticulously woven into a mutsume pattern, create an item that combines beauty with practicality.

Bamboo is known for its excellent breathability, antibacterial properties, and durability, making this basket convenient for storing small sweets or various daily necessities.

The warmth and distinctive feel of this handcrafted item add a peaceful ambiance to any interior. Touching the bamboo's texture, a blend of glossy smoothness and natural roughness, gives a sense of holding nature itself in your hands. This exquisite piece allows you to gently experience the material's vitality in your everyday life.

Nanpu Kogeisha

Nanpu Kogeisha is a comprehensive bamboo trading company founded in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, in 1979. In Beppu, a region renowned for its bamboo crafts, the company has consistently managed everything from material procurement to manufacturing and sales in-house.

Their system, which extends to managing forests and supplying materials to artisans, is a rare initiative not often seen in other production areas. This integrated system builds trust in their high-quality products and fosters a sense of security, which is why I chose to bring Nanpu Kogeisha's products into my home.

Furthermore, Nanpu Kogeisha's products are not merely bamboo crafts; they also embody "creative bamboo artistry." Their focus on the sustainable use of bamboo, combined with the artisans' skillful integration of modern design and traditional techniques, is particularly striking and a key reason why these products can be cherished for a long time.

Currently, while preserving the local craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities, they have relocated their base to Hiji Town, Oita Prefecture, surrounded by lush nature and abundant marine resources, where they continue to produce goods using high-quality bamboo.

Flexible, Strong, and Beautiful

Bamboo is known as a sustainable eco-material with astonishingly fast growth. While it is lightweight and easy to care for, each bamboo stalk has its own unique character and elasticity, requiring high skill and patience for processing.

Carefully finished bamboo products boast durability that allows them to be used for a long time, and the beauty that deepens into an amber color with continued use is one of the joys of owning them. Flexible, strong, and gaining character over time, bamboo combines practicality and design, transcending the realm of mere "tools" to offer a heartwarming experience.

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Maker: Nanpu Kogeisha / Hiji Town, Oita Prefecture
Material: Bamboo
Size: Approximately φ135 × H70 mm
　　　　Inner diameter: Approximately φ105 × H60 mm 　

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[About the product]
As these products are handmade from natural materials, there may be individual differences in shape, color, and size.