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263 products
Yukihiko Tsutsui's wild grapevine basket bags are easy to hold and match with anything because they're not too "perfect."
These basket bags embody Mr. Tsutsui's simple and honest personality.
These "wild grapevine basket bags" are made in the satoyama (foothills) of Nagano Prefecture.
This is a medium-sized bag woven with fine ajiro (wickerwork). The bold yet delicate and beautiful craftsmanship can truly be called Mr. Tsutsui's forte.
These items are entirely handmade by Yukihiko Tsutsui of "Wild Grapevine Kobo Tsutsui," from the harvesting of the wild grapevine vines that serve as the material.
Mr. Tsutsui's baskets make the most of natural vines, dynamically weaving in their original curves, thickness, and thinness to create a profound texture.
While many items made overseas have their oil stripped away by boiling the vines, resulting in a lack of luster even with extended use, Mr. Tsutsui's wild grapevine baskets, carefully woven after being soaked in water, are strong and grow more beautiful with use.
These boldly woven baskets, imbued with the power of nature, are easy to carry for both casual and elegant occasions, suiting any person or place.
No two wild grapevine baskets made by utilizing nature are alike.
We deliver a beautiful, one-of-a-kind encounter.
With a flat bottom and a good gusset, it offers more storage capacity than it appears.
The handle joint is a characteristic feature of Mr. Tsutsui's work, designed with strength in mind.
The gusset is strongly woven and retains its shape. The flat bottom prevents items from shifting.
By using natural vines, any holes or variations in color are seen as beautiful features.
Careful cutting with scissors instead of a utility knife results in a sturdy and beautiful finish on the inside.
The rounded handle won't hurt your arm when carried.
【To customers purchasing wild grapevine baskets】
Wild grapevine baskets may develop mold or insect damage depending on storage conditions.
Natural wild grapevine baskets absorb necessary humidity and release excess moisture.
We recommend storing them in a well-ventilated, low-humidity area whenever possible.
Even when not in use, we recommend enjoying them in your room as interior decor or as storage baskets.
※In case of insect damage
Mr. Tsutsui can beautifully repair them by replacing the vines.
If purchased within one year, repairs are free of charge.
For baskets older than one year, repairs are possible, but a repair fee (approximately 5,000 yen and up, depending on the extent of insect damage) will be incurred. Please note that round-trip shipping costs will also be borne by the customer.
| Size |
| Approx. W31cm × H23.5cm × D11cm Handle height approx. 12.5cm |
| Material |
| Wild Grapevine |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan |
| Notes |
| ※Due to the natural materials, there may be slight differences in color, shape, and size. ※Due to the nature of the material, there may be black spots, cracks, splinters, or thorns. Please understand that these are not defects. |
Yukihiro Tsutsui's wild grape vine basket bags are easy to carry and match with outfits because they are not too formal. The basket bags are just like Mr. Tsutsui's simple personality.
This is a wild grape vine basket bag made in a satoyama village in Nagano Prefecture. This is a macaron-shaped bag woven with fine netting. The bold yet delicate and beautiful handiwork is truly Mr. Tsutsui's true expertise.
These are all handmade by Yukihiro Tsutsui of "Yama Budou Kobo Tsutsui," starting from cutting the wild grape vines that serve as the material. Mr. Tsutsui's baskets make the most of natural vines, dynamically weaving in the original curves, thickness, and thinness of the vines, creating a deep and rich texture. While many items made overseas are boiled midway through, causing them to lose their oils and not develop a sheen with use, Mr. Tsutsui's wild grape vine baskets, which are soaked in water and carefully woven, are strong and grow more beautiful with use. The boldly woven baskets, which exude the power of nature, are easy to carry for both casual and elegant occasions, and do not choose the person or place. No two wild grape vine baskets, made by utilizing nature, are exactly alike. We offer a beautiful encounter with a one-of-a-kind item.
A cute macaron shape with a subtle bulge.
The handle joint, a characteristic of Mr. Tsutsui's work. It is designed with strength in mind.
The gusset is sturdily woven and strong enough to maintain its shape. Items won't shift around in the square bottom.
By using natural vines, holes and color variations are also seen as beautiful textures.
By carefully cutting with scissors instead of a cutter, the inside is also sturdy and beautifully finished.
The rounded handle won't hurt your arm when carried.
【To customers purchasing wild grape vine baskets】
Wild grape vine baskets may develop mold or insect damage depending on storage conditions. Wild grape vine baskets, made from natural materials, absorb necessary humidity and release excess moisture. We recommend storing them in a well-ventilated and low-humidity place whenever possible. Even when not in use, we recommend enjoying them in your room as interior decor or as a storage basket.
※In case of insect damage
Mr. Tsutsui can replace the vines and repair them beautifully. Repairs are free of charge within one year of purchase. For baskets older than one year, there will be a repair fee (approximately 5,000 yen or more, depending on the extent of the damage), but repairs are possible. Please note that you will be responsible for the round-trip shipping fees in such cases.
| Size |
| Approx. W31cm (max 35cm) × H26cm × D10cm Handle height approx. 11.5cm |
| Material |
| Wild Grape Vine |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan |
| Notes |
| *Due to the natural materials, there may be slight differences in color, shape, size, etc. *Due to the nature of the material, there may be black spots, cracks, fraying, thorns, etc. Please note that these are not defects. |
Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag by Yukihiko Tsutsui
Not too formal, easy to carry and style.
These basket bags embody Mr. Tsutsui's simple and honest character.
This is a medium-sized bag woven with a fine "amijiro" (mesh) pattern.
The bold yet delicate and beautiful handiwork can truly be called Mr. Tsutsui's forte.
"Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag" made in the satoyama (foothills) of Nagano Prefecture.
Mr. Yukihiko Tsutsui of "Yama-budo Kobo Tsutsui" (Wild Grape Vine Workshop Tsutsui)
creates these bags entirely by hand, starting from cutting the wild grape vines, which are the raw material.
The baskets made by Mr. Tsutsui utilize the natural vines, dynamically weaving in the original curves, thicknesses,
and thinnesses of the vines to create a profound charm.
While many overseas-made products lose their oil by boiling the vines midway through, preventing them from developing a luster even with use,
Mr. Tsutsui's wild grape vine baskets, carefully woven after being soaked in water, are
strong and grow more beautiful with each use.
These boldly woven baskets, exuding the power of nature, are easy to carry for both casual and elegant occasions,
and suit any person or place. No two wild grape vine baskets, made by utilizing nature, are alike.
We deliver a beautiful, one-of-a-kind encounter to you.
With a flat bottom and ample gusset. The wide gusset offers excellent storage capacity.
The handle joint is a characteristic feature of Mr. Tsutsui's work.
It is designed with strength in mind.
The gusset is sturdily woven, preventing it from losing its shape.
With a flat bottom, items inside won't shift around.
By using natural vines, differences in holes and colors are appreciated as beautiful characteristics.
Carefully cut with scissors instead of a cutter, the inside is also sturdy and beautifully finished.
The rounded handle won't hurt your arm when carried.
[To Customers Purchasing Wild Grape Vine Baskets]
Wild grape vine baskets may develop mold or insect damage depending on storage conditions.
Being a natural material, wild grape vine baskets absorb necessary humidity and release excess moisture. We recommend storing them in a well-ventilated, low-humidity environment whenever possible.
Even when not in use, we suggest enjoying them as an interior decoration or storage basket in your room.
*In case of insect damage
Mr. Tsutsui can replace the vines and repair them beautifully.
If purchased less than one year ago, repairs will be free of charge.
For baskets older than one year, repairs are possible for a fee (approximately 5,000 yen or more, depending on the extent of the damage). Please note that you will also be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs in such cases.
| Product Details | |
| A "Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag" made in the satoyama (foothills) of Nagano Prefecture. Mr. Yukihiko Tsutsui of "Yama-budo Kobo Tsutsui" creates these bags entirely by hand, starting from cutting the wild grape vines, which are the raw material. The baskets made by Mr. Tsutsui utilize the natural vines, dynamically weaving in the original curves, thicknesses, and thinnesses of the vines to create a profound charm. While many overseas-made products lose their oil by boiling the vines midway through, preventing them from developing a luster even with use, Mr. Tsutsui's wild grape vine baskets, carefully woven after being soaked in water, are strong and grow more beautiful with each use. These boldly woven baskets, exuding the power of nature, are easy to carry for both casual and elegant occasions, and suit any person or place. No two wild grape vine baskets, made by utilizing nature, are alike. We deliver a beautiful, one-of-a-kind encounter to you. | |
| Size | Approx. W29cm × H20cm × D12cm |
| Material | Wild Grape Vine |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| ※Due to natural materials, colors, shapes, and sizes (approx. 5cm difference) may vary slightly depending on the arrival period. ※Due to the nature of the material, there may be black spots, cracks, splinters, thorns, etc. Please understand that these are not defects. |
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Mr. Yukihiko Tsutsui's wild grape vine basket bag. It's not too formal, making it easy to carry and match with various outfits.
These basket bags embody Mr. Tsutsui's simple and honest personality.
A "wild grape vine basket bag" made in a satoyama village in Nagano Prefecture.
This is a medium-sized bag woven with fine ajiro weaving.
The bold, yet delicate and beautiful craftsmanship is truly Mr. Tsutsui's forte.
A "wild grape vine basket bag" made in a satoyama village in Nagano Prefecture.
These bags are entirely handmade by Mr. Yukihiko Tsutsui of "Yama Budou Koubou Tsutsui," starting from the harvesting of the wild grape vines, which are the raw material.
Mr. Tsutsui's baskets showcase a profound aesthetic by utilizing the natural vines, dynamically incorporating their original curves, thickness, and thinness.
Unlike bags made overseas, where vines are often boiled, stripping them of their oils and leaving them dull even after extensive use, Mr. Tsutsui's wild grape vine baskets are strong and grow more beautiful with use, thanks to being carefully woven after being soaked in water.
The boldly woven baskets, exuding natural power, are easy to carry and suit both casual and elegant styles, without being particular about the wearer or the occasion.
No two wild grape vine baskets made using natural materials are alike.
We deliver a unique and beautiful encounter to the world.
A popular medium size. With its square bottom and ample gusset, it has more storage capacity than it appears.
The joint part of the handle, a characteristic of Mr. Tsutsui's work, is designed with strength in mind.
The gusset is sturdily woven and maintains its shape, preventing items from shifting in the square-bottomed bag.
By using natural vines, variations in color and small holes are seen as beautiful features.
Carefully cut with scissors instead of a cutter, resulting in a durable and beautiful finish on the inside.
The rounded handle is comfortable and won't hurt your arm when you carry it.
【To Customers Purchasing Wild Grape Vine Baskets】
Wild grape vine baskets may develop mold or moth damage depending on storage conditions.
Being a natural material, wild grape vine baskets absorb necessary humidity and release excess moisture.
We recommend storing them in a well-ventilated and less humid place.
Even when not in use, we suggest enjoying them as interior decoration or storage baskets in your room.
※In case of moth damage
Mr. Tsutsui can replace the vines and repair the basket beautifully.
If purchased within one year, repairs will be free of charge.
For baskets older than one year, there will be a repair fee (approximately 5,000 yen, depending on the extent of the damage), but repairs are possible.
Please note that you will be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs in such cases.
| Size |
| Approx. W28cm × H20cm × D12cm Handle height approx. 12.5cm |
| Material |
| Wild Grape Vine |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan |
| Remarks |
| ※As this is a natural material, colors, shapes, sizes, etc., may vary slightly. ※Due to the nature of the material, there may be black stains, cracks, splinters, thorns, etc. Please understand that these are not defects. |
Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag, Fine Ajiro Weave (Large), Shoulder, Horizontal YB-130
Wild Grape Vine Basket Bag, Fine Ajiro Weave (Large), Shoulder, Horizontal YB-130
Yukihiro Tsutsui's wild grape vine basket bags are easy to carry and match with various outfits because they are not too formal.
These basket bags are just like Mr. Tsutsui's simple and honest personality.
These wild grape vine basket bags are made in the satoyama (foothills) of Nagano Prefecture.
This is a large-sized bag woven with a fine ajiro weave, and it can also be worn over the shoulder. The bold yet delicate and beautiful craftsmanship is truly Tsutsui-san's forte.
With a square bottom and a solid gusset, it has more storage capacity than it appears.
These are all handmade by Yukihiro Tsutsui of "Yamabudo Kobo Tsutsui," starting from the cutting of the wild grape vines, which are the raw material.
Tsutsui-san's baskets bring out a deep flavor by utilizing the natural vines, dynamically weaving in their original curves, thickness, and thinness. While many products made overseas have their oil stripped away by boiling the vines, resulting in a lack of luster even after extended use, Tsutsui-san's wild grape vine baskets, soaked in water and meticulously woven, grow stronger and more beautiful with each use. The boldly woven baskets, exuding the power of nature, are easy to carry for both casual and elegant occasions, suiting any person or place. No two wild grape vine baskets, crafted to highlight nature, are alike. We deliver a beautiful encounter with a unique piece.
The handle joint, a characteristic of Tsutsui's work. It is designed with strength in mind.
The gusset is firmly woven and robust, maintaining its shape. With a square bottom, items inside won't shift around.
By using natural vines, variations in holes and color are appreciated as beautiful textures.
You can enjoy the lively expressions of knots and wood grain.
【To Customers Purchasing Wild Grape Vine Baskets】
Wild grape vine baskets may develop mold or insect damage depending on storage conditions. Wild grape vine baskets, made from natural materials, absorb necessary humidity and release excess moisture. We recommend storing them in a well-ventilated and low-humidity environment. Even when not in use, we recommend enjoying them as interior decoration or storage baskets in your room.
※In case of insect damage
Mr. Tsutsui can beautifully repair the basket by replacing the damaged vines. Repairs are free of charge for purchases made within one year. For baskets older than one year, repairs are possible, but a repair fee (approximately 5,000 yen or more, depending on the extent of insect damage) will be charged. Please note that you will also be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs in such cases.
| Size |
| Approx. W35cm × H23cm × D11cm Handle height approx. 19.5cm |
| Material |
| Wild grape vine |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan |
| Remarks |
| *As this is a natural material, there may be slight differences in color, shape, and size. *Due to the nature of the material, there may be dark spots, cracks, splinters, or thorns. Please understand that these are not defects. |
Wild Grape Vine Basket - Fine Ajiro Weave (Large) Vertical 2 YB-104
Wild Grape Vine Basket - Fine Ajiro Weave (Large) Vertical 2 YB-104
Yukihiko Tsutsui's wild grape vine basket bag is easy to carry and match because it's not too formal.
Each basket bag reflects Tsutsui's simple and genuine personality.
This is a "wild grape vine basket bag" made in a mountain village in Nagano Prefecture.
This is a large, vertical bag woven with fine ajiro. Tsutsui's bold yet delicate and beautiful craftsmanship truly shines through.
All items are handcrafted by Yukihiko Tsutsui of "Yamabudo Kobo Tsutsui," starting from the cutting of the wild grape vines, which are the raw material.
Tsutsui's baskets bring out a deep, rich flavor by utilizing the natural vines, dynamically weaving in their original curves, thicknesses, and thinness. While many items made overseas have the oil removed by boiling the vines partway through, preventing them from developing a luster even after extensive use, Tsutsui's wild grape vine baskets, which are soaked in water and carefully woven, are strong and grow more beautiful with use. The boldly woven baskets, exuding the power of nature, are easy to carry for both casual and elegant occasions, suiting any person or place. No two wild grape vine baskets made from natural materials are alike. We deliver a unique and beautiful encounter to you.
The handle joint is a characteristic feature of Tsutsui's work, engineered for strength.
The gusset is sturdily woven to prevent deformation and maintain its shape. The square bottom prevents items from shifting around.
By using natural vines, variations in holes and color differences become part of the beautiful texture.
Carefully cut with scissors instead of a cutter, ensuring a strong and beautiful finish on the inside.
The rounded handle won't hurt your arm when you carry it.
【To Customers Purchasing Wild Grape Baskets】
Wild grape baskets may develop mold or insect damage depending on storage conditions. As natural material, wild grape baskets absorb necessary humidity and release excess moisture. We recommend storing them in a well-ventilated and low-humidity place. When not in use, we also recommend enjoying them in your room as an interior decoration or storage basket.
※In case of insect damage
Mr. Tsutsui can beautifully repair the basket by replacing the damaged vines. Repairs are free of charge if purchased less than one year ago. For baskets more than one year old, repairs are possible for a fee (approximately 5,000 yen and up, depending on the extent of the damage). Please note that you will also be responsible for the round-trip shipping costs in such cases.
| Size |
| Approx. W28cm x H30cm x D9cm Handle height approx. 14.5cm |
| Material |
| Wild Grape Vine |
| Country of Origin |
| Japan |
| Remarks |
| ※Due to the natural material, there may be slight differences in color, shape, size, etc. ※Due to the nature of the material, there may be darkened areas, cracks, splinters, thorns, etc. Please understand that these are not defects. |
A kitchen tool crafted by Kobo Aizawa, located in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, a region renowned for its thriving metalware and Western tableware production.
This lightweight and easy-to-use aluminum ladle is perfect for serving hot pot dishes and more.
The shallow bowl of the ladle also makes it suitable for use as a serving spoon.
It's sure to be useful for serving a variety of dishes.
The handle is wrapped with akebi vine, which prevents it from getting hot and makes it non-slip.
As you use it, the vine will develop a beautiful luster, so please enjoy the process of it growing into a tool that is uniquely yours.
The body is made of aluminum with a hammered (hammer-tone) finish. This item blends the best of traditional craftsmanship with modern living.
The back of the handle features the Kobo Aizawa engraving, a testament to its careful craftsmanship.
Its perfect size makes it ideal for serving hot pot dishes at the table.
It's very convenient to have both a regular ladle and a slotted ladle together.
Kobo Aizawa
A kitchenware manufacturer established in 1922 in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, famous for its metal industry.
Kobo Aizawa's manufacturing philosophy and approach stem from the fundamental question of "why things exist," constantly returning to this origin and extracting its essence through the sensibility of the craftsman.
Based on the principle that "function and beauty are inseparable; functional richness is beautiful, and beautiful form is functional," they create tools that are both functionally and aesthetically beautiful, stripping away unnecessary ornamentation.
| Product Details | |
| An aluminum ladle from "Kobo Aizawa" in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, a region known for its thriving metalware and Western tableware production.
The handle is wrapped with akebi vine, making it comfortable to hold and preventing it from getting hot.
Its convenient size makes it easy to place on the table, and it's perfect for serving hot pot dishes. | |
| Size | Approx. W 7.5 × L 24.0 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 84g |
| Material | Aluminum, Akebi Vine |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Notes |
*Please wash before use. *Aluminum conducts heat well, so please be careful as the ladle will become hot if left in a pot. *Due to the akebi vine wrapped around the handle, do not rapidly dry in a dishwasher. This may cause the vine to loosen. *Do not store while wet; please dry thoroughly and store in a well-ventilated area. |
