kami-mon | New washi paper products, with Shin Azumi as Creative Director, launch in Japan
kami-mon
Original Products with Shin Azumi as Creative Director
New Washi Paper Products Launch in Japan
Introducing "kami-mon," a new brand established by a long-standing Kyoto company specializing in the manufacture and processing of washi paper. For this collection, they have appointed Shin Azumi, an internationally active designer based in London, as Creative Director. The brand poses the question, "What are new washi paper products that can be embraced in contemporary life and loved by users worldwide?" and presents original designs and products based on the answer. The new collection, first unveiled at "Maison & Object" in Paris, is now finally available in Japan.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
Washi Paper Products from Kyoto, Reimagined
The items launching in Japan this time include six pieces: objects that express still life motifs using washi paper, a mobile that visualizes air currents, frames for displaying cards and photos, a vessel for fruit, a collapsible ornament, and a box that can be used as both an object and storage. We draw attention to these washi paper products from Kyoto, reimagined for contemporary living.
Still Life
"Still Life" expresses motifs from still life paintings, such as wine bottles and fruit, using crumpled washi paper. When inflated by blowing into the small, folded paper balloon shape, it forms the silhouette of a bottle or fruit. Additionally, the base of each bottle contains a hidden compartment within its packaging box, allowing it to be used as a small secret drawer.
Product Name | Still Life (Bottle L, Bottle M, Bottle S + Glass, Set of 3 Fruits (Apple, Pear, Lemon))
Material | Washi paper (Hosho paper), Box - Torinoko paper
Color | White
Price | (L) ¥3,150, (M) ¥2,940, (S) ¥2,940, (Set) ¥2,940
A mobile made of square pieces of crumpled paper strung vertically. It visualizes air currents, adding a sense of movement and color to the space.
Product Name | Square Mobile L, S
Size | (L) W200 x H1500 x D1mm, (S) W130 x H825 x D1mm
Material | Washi paper (Mingei paper), Stainless steel weight, Thread; Packaging - Cardboard
Color | (L) White, Black; (S) Black-Black, Black-Red, Black-Green
Price | (L) ¥4,200, (S) ¥2,100
A washi paper card holder for 10x15cm cards and photos. Named "Togalith," it fuses a sharp, pointed form with the soft texture unique to washi paper.
Product Name | Togalith Red-Green Set, Orange-Purple Set
Size | W105 x H140 x D70mm
Material | Washi paper (Torinoko paper), Acrylic board; Packaging - White Torinoko paper
Price | ¥1,785
Designer | LIJIAN HUANG
The "Bicorne" is a washi paper vessel for fruit. It is formed by binding together numerous strips of paper of varying lengths at both ends using the Japanese binding technique.
Product Name | Bicorne
Size | W420 x H72 x D220mm
Material: Washi paper (Mingei paper), Western paper, String / Packaging - Cardboard
Color | White-White, Purple-White, Orange-White
Price | ¥5,775
Designer | LIJIAN HUANG
"Washinomi" is crafted from airy washi paper. When unfolded, it forms fruit shapes of various sizes with a dry rustling sound. They can be displayed as ornaments or used to hold sweets and small items.
Product Name | Washinomi L, M, S, SS
Size | (L) W442 x H303 x D303mm, (M) W331 x H229 x D229mm, (S) W220 x H153 x D153mm, (SS) W70 x H72 x D72mm
Material | Washi paper (Mingei paper), Paper core; Packaging - Cardboard
Color | White, Light Blue, Yellow-Green, White + Light Green, Blue-Purple + Light Blue
Price | (L) ¥5,250, (M) ¥3,150, (S) ¥1,890, (SS) ¥1,260
Designers | Mitsunobu HOUZUMI, Mutsumi HOUZUMI
"Kadoco" is a box designed for both storage and display. The combination of the lid and body creates a puzzle-like aesthetic.
Product Name | Kadoco L, M, S
Size | (L) W209 x H85 x D209mm, (M) W162 x H64 x D162mm, (S) W111 x H45 x D111mm
Material | Washi paper (Torinoko paper, Mingei paper), Paper core; Packaging (White Torinoko)
Price | (L) ¥4,725, (M) ¥3,675, (S) ¥2,625
Designers | Mitsunobu HOUZUMI, Mutsumi HOUZUMI
Product designer. Born in Kobe in 1965. Based in London. Graduated from Kyoto City University of Arts. Completed his Master's degree at the Royal College of Art in the UK. He collaborates with various international companies, focusing on furniture and product design. His work has received numerous design awards and is held in the collections of many museums. He is also a visiting professor at Osaka University of Arts.
Inquiries
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105 Shimazu-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto
Tel. +81-75-611-5255
http://www.kami-mon.net/