Matsunoya
Matsunoya - "Aranmono" Tools that Support Daily Life
Matsunoya is a wholesaler of "aramono" (daily sundries) established in 1945. Aranmono refers to simple household items like brooms, dustpans, baskets, and buckets, which were once found at the entrance or in the kitchen of every home.
The items we select are not expensive works of art or crafts. Nor are they mass-produced, disposable tools. They are "just right" tools that quietly blend into daily life, born from the hands of artisans in small factories and rural villages, and are "durable, affordable, and easy to use."
Matsunoya's Valued Perspectives
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Leveraging the natural qualities of materials: We value materials that are close to nature, such as bamboo, iron, wood, and galvanized iron, and those that gain character with use.
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Pursuit of functional beauty: Tools made with "use" as the top priority have no unnecessary ornamentation and possess a clean, beautiful form in themselves.
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Connecting to modern life: We propose tools filled with traditional wisdom from a new perspective, so they blend into modern apartments and Western-style lifestyles.
38 products
38 products
(This one is brown.)
This "Oyako-Gamakuchi" coin purse has a retro charm. Made from soft cowhide, it becomes more appealing with use. The perfect amount of gathering creates a plump look, and it's surprisingly spacious, holding more than it appears. This simple yet cute purse also suits natural material baskets and cloth bags.
When opened, there is another small coin purse inside, creating an "Oyako-Gamakuchi" (parent-child coin purse) structure.
Cards, driver's licenses, and tri-folded bills fit perfectly, making it convenient for separating change.
It's just the right size, with a plump look from the gathered opening. It holds more than it appears.
This coin purse has been a staff favorite for 14 years. Its soft texture has only improved with age.
The clasps, both inside and out, are "ball-shaped" for easy opening and closing, and can be operated with a single touch, which is convenient. It also keeps your belongings compact on days when you want to carry less.
There are "netsuke" holes on the sides of the frame for attaching straps, etc.
The inner leather color will be this color for all except black.
The lining of the cowhide "Oyako-Gamakuchi" will change from synthetic leather to a fabric called Katsuragi.
Colors will progressively switch to Katsuragi as stock runs out.
Only black will have a black fabric lining; other colors will have beige.
Colors
| Size |
| Approx. 140×105×thickness 30mm |
| Material |
| Exterior: Cowhide |
| Storage |
| Cards OK / Coins OK / Bills OK (folded in quarters) |
| Production Area |
| Made in Japan |
| Colors |
| Black, Brown, Beige, White, Red, Wine, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Light Blue, Blue Grey, Mint, Green, Navy |
| Notes |
*Matsunoya Oyako-Gamakuchi
*Matsunoya Cowhide Oyako-Gamakuchi
*Matsunoya Gamakuchi Wallet
*Matsunoya Gamakuchi Coin Purse
*Matsunoya Gamakuchi Handmade
*Matsunoya Gamakuchi Gift
*Matsunoya Oyako-Gamakuchi Size: 140×105×thickness 30mm
*Matsunoya Oyako-Gamakuchi Comparison
*Matsunoya Oyako-Gamakuchi Reviews Recommended
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Magewappa is a traditional craft that has been passed down in Japan for centuries. This classic oval-shaped bento box is an item that you'll grow to love more and more with each use.
Magewappa made from hinoki cypress
Light, durable, and excellent in breathability and moisture control, it keeps your rice delicious. Furthermore, hinoki cypress is strong and highly durable, ensuring that you can enjoy it for a long time.
Suri-Urushi Finish
Urushi lacquerware is a traditional coating technique that has been used in Japan since ancient times. By layering natural tree sap collected from lacquer trees as a film on the surface of the product, it prevents water and oil from penetrating.
Suri-Urushi is one of the lacquerware techniques, where raw lacquer is rubbed into the wood grain to create a finish that highlights the beauty of the wood. You can enjoy the beauty of the wood while also appreciating the luster of the lacquer.
Size
Approx. 18×12×6cm (Inside: Approx. 17×11×4.5cm)
Comes with a removable divider. (Size: Approx. 10x4cm)
| Product Details | |
| A Magewappa bento box made from hinoki cypress. This classic oval-shaped bento box is an item you'll grow to love more with each use. Whatever you put in it will look "delicious." | |
| Size | Approx. 18×12×6cm (Inside: Approx. 17×11×4.5cm) |
| Material | Hinoki Cypress |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Washing after use | Avoid using abrasive cleaners or scrubbing brushes as they may cause scratches. Cannot be used in dryers, microwaves, or ovens. Store away from direct sunlight. As natural wood is used, each item will have a unique wood grain. Also, due to the nature of lacquer, there may be individual differences in color and finish. Please be aware of this beforehand. |
A beautiful bamboo lunchbox with a finely woven pattern.
The traditional, detailed weaving is
strong and durable, yet gives an elegant and refined impression.
It's the perfect size for a lunchbox.
Even your everyday rice balls or sandwiches will look much more appealing.
It's also lovely for organizing small items or as a sewing box.
Bamboo crafts born from daily life only grow more beautiful with use.
It's a versatile basket that can be used not only as a lidded basket,
but also with both halves used as storage baskets.
The lid stacks neatly.
It has various uses, such as organizing stationery on your desk or as a sewing box.
It can also be used as a stylish document box.
The beautiful Ajiro-woven bamboo also has the advantage of being flexible and breathable.
Unlike inexpensive bamboo products from overseas, the quality of the material ensures long-lasting use.
| Product Details | |
| This is a bamboo lunchbox with a beautiful Ajiro weave. The traditional fine weave is strong and robust, yet gives an elegant and refined impression. This is the perfect size for a lunchbox. Your everyday rice balls and sandwiches will look much more appealing. It's also lovely for organizing small items or as a sewing box. Bamboo crafts born from daily life only grow more beautiful with use. | |
| Size | Approx. W180×D110×H60mm (Inner: Approx. W145×D90×H55mm) |
| Material | Bamboo |
| Country of Origin | Made in Japan |
| Notes | ※As this is a natural material, the color, shape, size, etc. may vary slightly depending on the arrival time. ※Due to the nature of the material, there may be cracks, splinters, or thorns. Please note that these are not defects. |
Madake Bamboo Mutsume Basket - Set of 3
A set of three: large, medium, and small.
A nesting set of three baskets woven from madake bamboo.
Woven with the harder outer layer of the bamboo skin facing outwards, using a wide hexagonal weave (mutsume ami) for a soft yet durable finish.
These versatile baskets can be used for storing vegetables and fruits, for kitchen tasks like washing, as serving dishes for sweets,
or even as tea caddies.
They are also recommended for storing small items such as stationery and sewing supplies. When not in use, they can be nested for storage.
The rim has a wire core wrapped with rattan.
The bottom is reinforced with "chikara-dake" (power bamboo) in a triangular pattern.
■ Size: (Large) approx. φ230 x H70mm, (Medium) approx. φ190 x H70mm, (Small) approx. φ160 x H50mm
■ Material: Madake bamboo, rattan
■ Made in Japan (Niigata Prefecture)
* As these are natural materials, colors, shapes, and sizes may vary slightly depending on the time of arrival.
* Due to the nature of the material, there may be black spots, cracks, splinters, or thorns. Please note that these are not defects.
This "warabi basket" is woven from thin strips of moso bamboo from Ibaraki Prefecture.
As its name suggests, it is a tool born out of daily life, traditionally used for harvesting wild vegetables and mushrooms. Every step of its creation is done carefully by hand.
The bottom is square for stability, and the body has a beautiful curve for easy handling. The handles are woven from the bottom up so that heavy items can be carried. Subtle工夫 have been made, such as making the handle thicker where it is held for easier carrying.
Since natural materials are used, the color of the bamboo may vary, but it will turn into a beautiful golden color over time.
Please note that black spots may be seen on the surface of the bamboo, but these are not mold. Also, the appearance will differ depending on the part of the bamboo used, but please understand this as a characteristic of natural materials.
Even baskets of the same size may vary slightly in size depending on the weaver. We list the average size. Please understand.
The handle has been improved by tying two bamboo strips together for even easier carrying.
Please understand that the design may vary slightly depending on the time of arrival and the artisan. Please appreciate this as the charm of handmade items made from natural materials.
Beautifully woven moso bamboo baskets are not only great in the kitchen but also make lovely storage baskets. Sometimes, it's nice to go out with your lunch and water bottle in one.
This is a "long clasp wallet" with a charming retro feel. Made from soft cowhide, its texture improves with use. It's large enough to hold a smartphone, so it can serve both as a wallet and a small bag. Another appealing feature is that it can hold more than it appears.
It can neatly store cards, driver's licenses, and bills, and is convenient for separating them from coins.
Open it up and you'll find another small clasp purse inside, making it a "parent-and-child" clasp wallet.
It's large enough to hold a smartphone, so it can serve both as a wallet and a small bag.
This simple and cute wallet goes well with natural material baskets and fabric bags.
Color
| Size |
| 200×110×thickness 20mm |
| Weight |
| 150g |
| Material |
| Exterior: Cowhide |
| Storage |
| ※Cards OK / Coins OK / Bills OK |
| Colors |
| Red, Blue-gray, Black, Green, Ivory, Yellow |
| Production area |
| Made in Japan |
Durable and long-lasting galvanized iron goods born in downtown Tokyo.
These galvanized rice bins are born in a wooden mortar factory in downtown Tokyo. The thick galvanized iron is strong against water and fire, protecting its contents from humidity.
Every step is done by hand by artisans. These durable, long-lasting galvanized iron items are household tools that exude the warmth of the artisans.
The thick galvanized iron is resistant to water and fire, protecting the contents from humidity.
Every process is done by hand by artisans.
These durable, long-lasting galvanized iron items are household tools that exude the warmth of the artisans.
Besides rice, you can use them for various purposes such as dried foods, kitchenware, and cleaning tools.
With a handle, it's convenient to carry around. The nameplate that immediately tells you what's inside is also a nice feature.
The plate on the handle is plated. Due to the nature of plating, it has a luster and texture that changes color depending on the angle.
Please note that this is not rust.
| Product Details | |
| These galvanized rice bins are born in a wooden mortar factory in downtown Tokyo. The thick galvanized iron is strong against water and fire, protecting its contents from humidity. Every step is done by hand by artisans. These durable, long-lasting galvanized iron items are household tools that exude the warmth of the artisans. |
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| Capacity | 7kg・15kg・22kg |
| Material | Galvanized iron |
| Country of origin | Japan (Tokyo) |
| Remarks |
*This product has been opened once to check for dents etc. in the galvanized iron during delivery and搬入. Please understand that there will be tape marks on the box. *The lid is sized with ample room for easy opening and closing, so it is not hermetically sealed. Please be aware of this beforehand. *This product is "not available for wrapping." |
