Dishwasher-safe lacquerware that suits modern lifestyles.
Lacquerware that is dishwasher-safe after repeated experimentation. Uses 100% natural lacquer, with no chemical paints whatsoever.
*Cannot be used in microwave ovens.





Larger than a typical soup bowl, this 4.5-sun bowl is perfect for noodles or donburi.

The "Asakura Bowl" inherits a traditional shape.

With a large, sturdy and stable base. The rim flares outwards in a wide, trumpet shape, making it easy to bring to your mouth and hold.



While maintaining a traditional form, it features higher heat and durability than previous lacquerware.



2 sizes (4-sun and 4.5-sun)
The 4.5-sun bowl can be stacked with the 4-sun bowl for storage.



The "Shitsurindo" mark is on the back.







Echizen Katabone Urushi

Lacquer is said to reach its hardest point 100 years after application, and complete hardening takes many years. "Echizen Katabone Urushi" is a lacquer developed through industry-academia-government collaboration with Fukui Prefecture and Fukui University, achieving a hard coating film that can withstand dishwashers.

The "Shin-nuri technique," which completes the coating film in a single application, involves filtering the lacquer repeatedly to carefully remove dust and applying it without leaving brush marks.

"Echizen Katabone Urushi" is finished in unique shapes and beautiful colors to suit modern eating habits, and can be used as everyday tableware.

Shitsurindo Echizen Hard Lacquer Asakura Bowl, 4-inch Pair Set

Dishwasher-safe lacquerware that suits modern dining.

This dishwasher-safe lacquerware has undergone various experiments. It uses 100% natural lacquer with no chemical coatings whatsoever.
*Not microwave-safe.

A popular vermillion and black pair set, perfect for gifting.
The popular combination for wedding celebrations and gifts will be delivered packaged in a dedicated two-piece box.





With a slightly larger capacity than standard soup bowls, it's also perfect for soups with plenty of ingredients. It can also be used for white rice, simmered dishes, or dressed salads.

"Asakura Bowl," inheriting a traditional form.

A stable shape with a large, sturdy base. The flared rim curves outward, making it easy to bring to the mouth and hold. While maintaining a traditional form, its special characteristic is higher heat resistance and durability than previous lacquerware.



The size is 4 inches.



While maintaining a traditional form, its special characteristic is higher heat resistance and durability than previous lacquerware.



"Shitsurindo" is written on the back.













Echizen Hard Lacquer

It is said that lacquer reaches its hardest state 100 years after application, and complete hardening takes many years. "Echizen Hard Lacquer" is a lacquer that can withstand dishwashers, achieving a hard coating through industry-academia-government collaboration with Fukui Prefecture and Fukui University.

The "Shin-nuri technique," which completes the coating in a single application, involves filtering the lacquer multiple times to carefully remove dust and applying it without leaving brush marks.

"Echizen Hard Lacquer" features a unique shape and beautiful colors to suit modern dining, and can be used as everyday tableware.

Dishwasher-safe lacquerware that fits modern eating habits.

This dishwasher-safe lacquer was developed after repeated experiments. It uses 100% natural lacquer without any chemical coatings.
*Not for microwave use.





With a slightly larger capacity than standard soup bowls, it's perfect for soups with plenty of ingredients. It can also be used for white rice, simmered dishes, or dressed salads.

"Asakura-wan" inheriting traditional shapes

A stable shape with a large, sturdy base. The wide, flared rim makes it easy to drink from and comfortable to hold.



While maintaining a traditional form, its key feature is higher heat resistance and durability compared to conventional lacquerware.


2 sizes (4 sun and 4.5 sun)
The 4.5-sun bowl can be stacked and stored with the 4-sun bowl.



The "Shitsurindo" logo is on the back.













Echizen Hardened Lacquer (Echizen Kata-urushi)

Lacquer is said to reach its hardest state 100 years after application, requiring a long time to fully cure. "Echizen Hardened Lacquer" achieves a hard coating through collaboration between industry, academia, and government in Fukui Prefecture and Fukui University, making it durable enough for dishwashers.

The "Maturi technique" (true coating method), which finishes the coating in a single application, involves filtering the lacquer repeatedly to carefully remove dust and applying it without leaving brush marks.

"Echizen Hardened Lacquer" is finished with a unique shape and beautiful colors to fit modern eating habits, making it suitable for everyday use as tableware.

The popular actress hat type has evolved further

This is a new product, an updated version of Tanaka Hat Shop's most popular actress hat for women.
The silhouette, which gently frames the face, not only protects you from UV rays but also makes women look elegant.

The simple, wide ribbon is tightly cinched at the side, adding an accent. The elegant atmosphere creates a sense of cleanliness, resulting in a design that is easy for anyone to wear.
The long brim also casts a good shadow over the back of the neck, protecting you from UV rays.

Design incorporating customer feedback

When wearing a hat deeply, foundation tends to transfer to the sweatband. This can make the hat look dirty and cause discomfort.
This hat is intentionally designed with a shallow crown and a slightly smaller head circumference.

A hat that combines "design and functionality"

Normally, if you tilt a hat upwards to keep it off your forehead, the brim also lifts, exposing your face to the sun.
This hat is designed with the brim's angle and length carefully considered so that it still covers your face even if you wear it tilted slightly upwards.

Instead of wearing the hat deeply, it is designed to be worn shallowly, so that the sweatband is less likely to cling tightly to the forehead.

Tilting the front brim up slightly creates a more beautiful silhouette. This hat truly achieves a satisfying balance of "design and functionality."

Size can be fine-tuned with Velcro (up to -1.5cm)





"Straw" material with excellent breathability and sun protection

The material used is "straw braid" woven by hand from seven straw stalks.
While straw hats cannot be folded and are somewhat inconvenient to carry, they offer many unique charms. These include the natural feel of the material and its coolness.
Straw glimmers slightly in the sunlight. This is a unique characteristic of straw, as it is not an artificial material.

Its coolness is proven by the fact that many farmers still use it, and it is believed that the numerous invisible holes in the fibers of the stalk act as air holes after drying.
Additionally, because it is a slightly stiff material, it is useful for sun protection as the brim does not easily droop even when long.

Founded in 1880 - A long-established shop with over 100 years of history

"Straw hats" are a traditional craft of Kasukabe City, Saitama Prefecture.
Currently, there are few factories in Japan that can mass-produce them, and among them, Tanaka Hat Shop is a long-established company boasting over 100 years of history and tradition.

Straw hats are made using a unique sewing method where seven strands of straw are woven into one material, and each hat is meticulously sewn by hand in circular layers by artisans.

As a natural material, "straw" is breathable and ideal for sun protection, making it an essential hat for summer.
At Tanaka Hat Shop, popular straw hats for men and women of all ages are still carefully handcrafted one by one using traditional methods.

Sewing, where the artisan's tactile sense is tested

The straw braid, softened by soaking in water, is sewn using a hat-making sewing machine.
Sewing begins from the "crown" (called "uzu") of the hat, and proceeds by layering and sewing in a circular pattern.

The artisan carefully stitches, occasionally checking the size with a hat block.
The thinner the material, the more difficult the sewing becomes, and only a skilled artisan can create a beautiful shape.
Hats sewn with advanced skills are not only beautiful but also extremely comfortable to wear.

Local winter tradition: Kanboshi (cold drying)

Straw hats are sewn from autumn to winter in preparation for the following spring.
After the material is softened by soaking it in water, it is sewn, and then the finished straw hats are sun-dried.

This process is often carried out during the cold, dry winter months, hence it is called "kanboshi" (cold drying). The straw hats lined up across the ground have become a "seasonal tradition" in Kasukabe City.

Molding, giving the hat its individuality

Using a specialized molding machine with a metal mold attached, the hat is pressed and shaped with water pressure.
Depending on the design, the crown and brim may be shaped separately using different wooden molds, with each piece hand-steamed and molded.
With a wide variety of molds, it is possible to create hats of various designs by combining them.

Decoration

After molding, decorations such as sweatbands and ribbons are applied.
Everything is done by hand, and artisans meticulously sew on each accent ribbon.

Finishing

Finally, fine straw "splinters" are removed.
When straw braid is woven, the surface skin of the straw can peel, or buds may protrude.

If left as is, it can feel prickly and uncomfortable to wear.
For the wearer's comfort, each of these is carefully removed by hand, stroking the hat with the palm.
This is the artisan's thoughtfulness for the wearer.

Large, simple ribbon as an accent

The wide brim thoroughly covers your face, effectively blocking sunlight and providing excellent sun protection.
The brim has a wire so you can freely arrange its shape, making it a timeless design that can be combined with various styles.

What is Raffia?

Raffia is a natural material processed from the leaves of the "raffia palm," which is native to Madagascar. We make hats from woven cords crafted from these fibers. The material becomes softer and more comfortable to the touch the more you use it.

There are two types of raffia weaving: fine weave and coarse weave.
Normally, coarse weave can be completed in less than a day, but fine weave takes craftsmen 2 to 3 days to meticulously finish. Tanaka Hat Shop uses fine weave, resulting in not only a delicate and beautiful finish but also exceptional comfort.

Founded in 1880 ~ A long-established shop with over 100 years of history ~

Straw hats are a traditional craft of Kasukabe City, Saitama Prefecture.
Currently, there are few factories in Japan that can mass-produce them, and among them, Tanaka Hat Shop is a long-established company boasting over 100 years of history and tradition.

Straw hats are made using a unique sewing method where seven strands of straw are woven into one material, and then meticulously sewn in a circular pattern by hand by artisans.

Made from natural straw, these hats are breathable and perfect for sun protection, making them an essential item for summer.
Tanaka Hat Shop still carefully crafts each popular straw hat for all genders and generations using traditional methods.

Sewing that tests the artisan's intuition

The straw braid, softened by soaking in water, is sewn using a hat-making machine.
Sewing begins from the "crown" part of the hat, called the "swirl," and proceeds in a circular, overlapping pattern.

The sewing progresses carefully, occasionally checking the size with a hat block.
The finer the material, the more difficult the sewing becomes, and only skilled artisans can create beautiful shapes.
Hats sewn with highly skilled techniques are not only beautiful to look at but also exceptionally comfortable to wear.

Local winter tradition: cold drying

Straw hats are sewn from autumn to winter in preparation for the following spring.
Since the material is softened by soaking in water before sewing, the finished straw hats are then sun-dried.

This process often takes place during the cold, dry winter months, hence it is called "kanboshi" (cold drying). The straw hats lined up across the ground have become a "seasonal tradition" of Kasukabe City.

Molding that gives hats their individuality

Using a dedicated molding machine with a metal mold, the hat is pressed and shaped with water pressure.
Depending on the design, the crown and brim may be combined from separate wooden molds and shaped by hand steaming one by one.
With many molds available, various hat designs can be created by combining them.

Decoration

After molding, decorations such as sweatbands and ribbons are added.
All work is done by hand, and the accent ribbons are meticulously sewn on by artisans one by one.

Finishing

Finally, fine straw "splinters" are removed.
In straw braid, the surface skin of the straw may peel or sprouts may protrude when woven.

If worn as is, it can feel prickly and uncomfortable.
For the wearer's comfort, each of these is carefully cut while rubbing the hat with the palm of the hand.
This is the thoughtfulness of the artisan, thinking of the person who will wear the hat.

An adult's hat, beautifully crafted like a large flower.

The wide brim covers the entire face, protecting it from the sun.
The finely and delicately sewn body gives it a luxurious feel, and the simple ribbon adds a touch of adult sophistication, making it a versatile hat that suits any style.

Suits any woman and has an excellent face-slimming effect

The long brim creates a circle larger than the face, providing an excellent face-slimming effect.
The Casablanca features a long brim that extends far enough to shade the neck, covering the face all the way to the back of the neck.

Therefore, by slightly raising the hat, your face fits into the large circle, giving the impression of a smaller face.
Of course, if worn deeply, it covers the entire face, not only providing sun protection but also allowing you to go out without makeup.

This simple hat complements any summer outfit and is also recommended for traditional Japanese attire such as yukata.
It's also useful not just in the city, but also when traveling or at resorts.

Founded in 1880 - A long-established company with over 100 years of history

"Straw hats" are a traditional craft of Kasukabe City, Saitama Prefecture.
Currently, there are few factories in Japan that can mass-produce them, and among them, Tanaka Hat Store is a long-established company with over 100 years of history and tradition.

Straw hats are made using a unique sewing method where seven strands of straw are woven into one, and each hat is individually sewn by hand, layered in a circular fashion.

As a natural material, "straw" is breathable and an essential summer hat, perfect for sun protection.
Tanaka Hat Store continues to carefully craft popular straw hats for all genders and generations, one by one, using traditional methods.

Sewing that tests the craftsman's tactile sense

Straw braid, softened by soaking in water, is sewn using a sewing machine for hat making.
Sewing begins from the "crown" part of the hat, called "uzu" (vortex), and is layered and sewn in a circular fashion.

The craftsman carefully proceeds with the sewing, occasionally checking the size with a hat block.
The thinner the material, the more difficult the sewing becomes, and only a skilled craftsman can create a beautiful shape.
Hats sewn with highly skilled techniques are not only beautiful to look at but also exceptionally comfortable to wear.

"Kanboshi" - A local seasonal tradition

Straw hats are sewn from autumn to winter, in preparation for the following spring.
After the material is softened by soaking in water and then sewn, the finished straw hats are sun-dried.

This process is often carried out during the cold, dry winter months, hence it is called "kanboshi" (cold drying). The sight of straw hats lined up across the ground has become a "seasonal tradition" of Kasukabe City.

Shaping that gives individuality to hats

Using a dedicated shaping machine with a metal mold, the hat is pressed and shaped with water pressure.
Depending on the design, the crown and brim may be combined from separate wooden molds and shaped by hand steaming one by one.
With a large number of molds, it is possible to create hats of various designs by combining them in different ways.

Decoration

After shaping, decorations such as sweatbands and ribbons are added.
Everything is done by hand, and the accent ribbons are carefully sewn on by craftsmen one by one.

Finishing

Finally, fine straw "splinters" are removed.
When straw braid is woven, the surface skin may peel off, or buds may protrude.

If worn as is, it can feel prickly and uncomfortable.
For the wearer's comfort, these are carefully cut away one by one while stroking the hat with the palm of the hand.
This is the thoughtfulness of a craftsman who cares about the wearer.