NOUSAKU embodies the essence of Japanese craftsmanship through its timeless tinware—a traditional artisanal practice with a history spanning over 400 years. Each piece is a standalone masterpiece, showcasing the unique qualities of tin with profound elegance and precision.
Crafted from 100% pure tin and delicately adorned with gold leaf, every cup radiates a soft, luminous glow under light. Its minimalist form exudes a quiet sophistication—a perfect balance of purity and refined subtlety.
Tin is renowned for its remarkable properties: it preserves the color and flavor of tea, keeps wine warm in winter and cool in summer, and enhances the depth and clarity of their flavors.
As a stable material resistant to oxidation, tin also offers natural antibacterial benefits and ionizing effects. With excellent thermal conductivity, it chills to the touch within just one minute of holding ice-cold drinks—making it an ideal choice for enjoying sake or spirits.
1.FUKURIN Gold ふくりん -ゴールド
This wind chime features an owl—a universal symbol of happiness and good fortune. Meticulously crafted using fine casting sand, it captures intricate details in its design.
The silver version is finished with a silver plating, while the gold version features a gold plating. Each piece is individually handcrafted by skilled metal casters, celebrating the unique texture and charm of the material itself.
2.Glass Silver グラス - シルバー
Crafted from brass with a simple yet elegant form, this wind chime is produced using traditional metal casting techniques from Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. It delivers the characteristically clear, resonant sound unique to brass. To highlight the material’s natural beauty, each piece is individually finished by hand on a lathe, incorporating a hairline pattern that blends brass’s inherent qualities with thoughtful design.
3.Chopstick Rest - Singing Cats - set of 5 つながる箸置 -ネコ -5ヶ入
Crafted in the adorable motif of a singing cat, this charming chopstick rest is made entirely of tin—a material that naturally possesses antibacterial properties, making it safe and hygienic for dining use. After use, simply return it to its box, where the cats appear to snuggle up and begin a chorus.Its wide-open mouth can also hold an incense stick, allowing it to double as a whimsical incense holder for your space. As it's crafted from soft, pliable pure tin, you can gently bend and reshape it to your heart's content.This delightful cat chopstick rest is sure to bring warmth and joy to your dining table. It makes a wonderful gift for cat-loving friends or a thoughtful present for special occasions, such as baby showers to celebrate a new arrival.
4.DIY Kit - Hammered Tin Tumbler 鎚目キット -タンブラー
This kit offers an authentic at-home experience of creating "Tsuchime" — the traditional hammered pattern formed by striking metal with a hammer. By carefully hammering the surface of the tumbler, you can create a truly one-of-a-kind piece that is uniquely yours.Developed with the wish to share the craftsmanship of Takaoka Copperware—a traditional art nurtured over 400 years—this product allows you to experience and enjoy this cultural heritage in the comfort of your home.
To create your original patterned tumbler, place the included plastic inner cup inside the tin tumbler. Then, gently hammer the surface: start from the center of the base moving outward, and continue from the base upward toward the rim.Crafted from 100% tin, the material is soft and requires minimal effort to shape, making this an enjoyable and accessible activity for everyone—regardless of age or gender.
5.Incense Stand - Bamboo Leaf - Tin 香の器セット -笹 -錫
This incense holder, adorned with a delicate bamboo grass motif, is crafted using traditional metal casting techniques from Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture—a region renowned for its centuries-old casting heritage. Complete with a holder for stick incense, it invites you to light a fragrant stick, unwind, and savor a tranquil moment as the soothing aroma gracefully permeates your space.
6. Incense Stand - Round - Brass 香の器セット -丸 -真鍮
This incense holder showcases a simple design that highlights the natural beauty of its material. It is crafted using traditional metal casting techniques from Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture—a region renowned for its centuries-old foundry artistry.The set includes both a stick-style incense holder and a cone incense rest. Light your favorite incense and enjoy a soothing moment of relaxation as the fragrance gently unfolds around you.
7.富士山 FUJIYAMA
Crafted from 100% tin, this traditional sake cup features Japan’s highest peak—Mount Fuji, a UNESCO World Heritage site—as its central motif. The base of the cup is also delicately shaped like Mount Fuji, allowing you to enjoy your drink while “viewing” the iconic mountain.Since ancient times, tin has been highly valued in Japan for its believed properties: it was said that “water stored in a tin vessel never spoils” and that “tin removes impurities from sake, resulting in a smoother, mellower taste.” This is why tin has long been used for ceremonial drinkware and teaware.Presented in a paulownia wood box, this cup also makes an elegant and meaningful gift.
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