{"title":"The Japanophile","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"kintsugi","title":"Kintsugi Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eKintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken items by mending the areas of breakage with \u003cem\u003eurushi\u003c\/em\u003e lacquer followed by dusting with powdered gold. \u2028\u2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Kit allows you to repair a chipped or broken plate together with our master classes (see below). For those with more experience we recommend our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/advanced-kit\"\u003eAdvanced Kit\u003c\/a\u003e that will allow for repairs of items with missing fragments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSelf-paced classes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"250px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4Vm3QAA4VdM\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kintsugi Kit goes with the 1st and 2nd of a series of classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/4Vm3QAA4VdM\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e#1 Repairing a chipped item\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-class-2\"\u003e#2  \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-class-2\"\u003eRepairing a broken item\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-fill\"\u003e#3 Filling in a missing fragment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-master-class-4-crack\"\u003e#4 Repairing a crack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(not compatible with this Kit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who prefer to learn completely offline we offer these leaflet add-ons:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-leaflets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e#1 Repairing a chipped item\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-leaflets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e #2 \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-leaflets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRepairing a broken item\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/kintsugi-leaflets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e #3 Filling in a missing fragment\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e(not compatible with this Kit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Kintsugi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKintsugi golden joinery is the Japanese art of repairing broken wares by mending the areas of breakage with urushi lacquer followed by dusting with powdered gold. Read more about the history of kintsugi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the beauties of kintsugi is that the experience is unique to each individual, type of ware, and condition. While the core philosophy, materials, and process are shared, each kintsugi master and student has developed and refined a method that best suits their expression and local terroir. Therefore, there is no single ‘correct’ way to restore items with kintsugi. We seek to share with you our ever-evolving best practices to continue to serve as the guide on your kintsugi journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tsutsumi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42924546457855,"sku":"POJ-TS-KI-NO","price":15500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/products\/kintsugi_01_hq.jpg?v=1594857293"},{"product_id":"oryoki","title":"Ōryōki","description":"\u003cp\u003eŌryoki, meaning \"vessel that contains just enough\", is a set of six nested wooden bowls that have been traditionally used by Buddhist monks. While most Ōryoki have a glossy finish, our matte version lends a modern, timeless appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrchestrated by Gato Mikio Shoten, these bowls are handcrafted by Japanese master artisan Nakade Hiromichi and are only available in limited quantities. Mr. Nakade specializes in the manufacture of Ōryoki, which require extreme precision and mastery of traditional woodworking techniques to create. He is one of the few artisans left who can produce Ōryoki of such high quality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gato Mikio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32277339275348,"sku":"POJ-GA-OR-BL","price":34000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/files\/oryokiblack-2.jpg?v=1711505770"},{"product_id":"indigo-noren-horizon","title":"Indigo Wall Piece - Horizon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis linen wall piece is handcrafted by Kiyoe Masao. He specializes in dyeing with natural materials, one of them being indigo dye which was used to create this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shades of blue are achieved by several rounds of dyeing, while the dynamic pattern is created with the traditional \u003cem\u003eshibori\u003c\/em\u003e , or Japanese tie dye, technique.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiyoe","offers":[{"title":"Noren","offer_id":40326129418435,"sku":"POJ-KI-N-HO","price":42000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tapestry","offer_id":40326129451203,"sku":"POJ-KI-T-HO","price":47000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/files\/tapestryhorizon222.jpg?v=1760576797"},{"product_id":"indigo-noren-river","title":"Indigo Wall Piece - River","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis linen wall decor is handcrafted by Kiyoe Masao. He specializes in dyeing with natural materials, one of them being indigo dye which was used to create this piece. It comes in two varieties: noren (Japanese fabric divider with two panels) and tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shades of blue are achieved by several rounds of dyeing, while the dynamic pattern is created with the traditional  \u003cem\u003eshibori\u003c\/em\u003e , or Japanese tie dye, technique.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiyoe","offers":[{"title":"Noren","offer_id":40326142066883,"sku":"POJ-KI-N-RI","price":45000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tapestry","offer_id":40326142099651,"sku":"POJ-KI-T-RI","price":53000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/files\/norenriver.jpg?v=1718775023"},{"product_id":"oryoki-red","title":"Bordeaux Ōryōki","description":"\u003cp\u003eŌryoki, meaning \"vessel that contains just enough\", is a set of six nested wooden bowls that have been traditionally used by Buddhist monks. 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He is one of the few artisans left who can produce Ōryoki of such high quality. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gato Mikio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39418688110787,"sku":"POJ-GA-OR-RE","price":34000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/files\/oryokired.jpg?v=1711504951"},{"product_id":"chochin-pendant-tall","title":"Chōchin Pendant - Tall","description":"\u003cp\u003eIlluminate your space with the Ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin Pendant, made in collaboration with a multi-generational lantern maker in Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of washi paper, this lantern shade emanates a soft and gentle glow, creating a serene ambiance in any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall all three lights together or independently, depending on the room size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three shapes: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/chochin-pendant-round\"\u003eRound\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/chochin-pendant-wide\"\u003eWide\u003c\/a\u003e, and Tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note that the Ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin Pendants do not include light bulbs and cords. Find instructions below to set it up the Ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin Pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItems marked as preorder ship within 1 month.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eABOUT THE CRAFTSPEOPLE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yanase family is a 6th-generation family business established in the mid-19th century, specializing in Kyoto-style chochin lanterns. Up until the 1800s, lanterns were used as light sources - making ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin shops electrical shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays, lanterns are more commonly used as decorations for shrines, temples, and festivals. As the number of craftspeople with the skills of ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin-making decreases, the Yanase family is working to train young craftspeople to inherit traditional techniques, as they pivot to crafting lighting for modern homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOW TO SET IT UP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind the instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/open?id=1KBMIpT8S8xgK2LjBD_Nc2ybcgHhoVKkV\u0026amp;usp=drive_fs\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall: ⌀25 x H50 cm; ⌀10 x H20”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yanase","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44098096300287,"sku":"POJ-YA-CT-B","price":18000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/files\/ls_chochin_tall-1.jpg?v=1689067178"},{"product_id":"enza-grey","title":"Enza - Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransform any area in your home into a seating area with these handwoven Enza, a timeless piece that seamlessly blends in with modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile traditionally found in temples and used for meditation on the floor, they can also be placed on benches and hard-surface chairs or even be used as wall decor to showcase the intricate and beautiful weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the decreased use of Enza, it has become difficult to find those made in Japan and of high quality. We feel proud to be able to introduce them, made by our friend, Mitsuru Yokoyama. Find more information about the artisan below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in Mitsuru Yokoyama’s signature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/enza-black\"\u003eblack\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/enza-natural\"\u003enatural\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"poj-acd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yokoyama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44096770081023,"sku":"POJ-YO-EN-G","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1805\/3975\/files\/pp_enza_grey-2.png?v=1686735033"},{"product_id":"chochin-pendant-wide","title":"Chōchin Pendant - Wide","description":"\u003cp\u003eIlluminate your space with the Ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin Pendant, made in collaboration with a multi-generational lantern maker in Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of washi paper, this lantern shade emanates a soft and gentle glow, creating a serene ambiance in any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall all three lights together or independently, depending on the room size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three shapes: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/chochin-pendant-round\"\u003eRound\u003c\/a\u003e, Wide, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pojstudio.mom\/products\/chochin-pendant-tall\"\u003eTall\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note that the Ch\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eōchin Pendants do not include light bulbs and cords. 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