Floral Scissors and Ikebana #1
Shokunin Store has two different shapes of scissors used for “Ikebana”, traditional Japanese art of flower arrangements. The one with big looped handles (Tsuru-te) is called the “Koryu” style, and the other with curled ends (Warabi-te) is called the “Ikenobo” style. There are many “schools” of flower arrangements in Japan today. Three most known schools […]
Staying Home?
If you are staying home, let’s make it a positive thing. Why not try creating a bonsai? We have a perfect tool to get you started or send a gift to someone who would appreciate it. These tools are small in size but there is nothing miniature about their quality.
Autumn in Japan
Many people want to come to Japan for sakura (cherry blossoms) but Autumn is as beautiful as spring if you want to visit gardens in Japan. Don’t battle the crowds in the most famous gardens. Instead, take the time to seek out the many less visited Japanese gardens as they are equally beautiful but considerably […]
It’s Sakura Season!
Since our last post the winter has past. Sakura season is here. To celebrate this we have added some beautiful metal working tools from Mizuno to our stable. These tools are handmade by certified Mizuno artisan using high grade Japanese steel. When I first saw these tools I had the urge to pick them up […]
What’s Next
After the fanfare of our opening and the holiday season chaos, we at the Shokuninstore have settle in to 2018 and added some special items to our stable. The Mizuno Axe from Niigata is beautifully crafted using Japanese oak and fine Japanese steel. Four slots on the head represent ancient gods. This hatchet is an […]