Latest Arrivals – January 22, 2026
Hello, this is Aya Ichikawa from 1basketry.
In this journal, we would like to share our latest arrivals.
First, we introduce these goyo baskets made from fresh green bamboo, which have just arrived from Niigata.
From the mid-Meiji period, this type of bamboo basket was widely used across Japan.
They were commonly loaded onto bicycles, motorcycles, or handcarts and used to deliver ordered goods.
This time, we have received two sizes: Small and Medium.
＊You can view the product page for the goyo baskets here.
This is the Small size. Although described as small, it is a generously sized basket. It works well for storing vegetables such as potatoes, as well as jars and canned goods, and would also be suitable for holding newspapers or magazines. 
This is the Medium size. It is well suited for storing beverage bottles and condiment jars, and is also useful when you want to neatly organize larger items or various small tools together.
Next, we have received a selection of akebi vine baskets from Nagano.
This is a bread basket. It is ideal for carrying freshly baked bread, cakes, or bento boxes when you want to keep items level and avoid stacking or tilting them. 
This is a Rounded Basket with Handle. It is well suited for everyday shopping and can also be used as a picnic basket. 
It would also make a nice basket bag when heading out with a slightly larger load. 
Oval Basket with Rectangle Base. It would also make a nice basket bag when heading out with a slightly larger load.
The distinctive form, with an oval opening and a rectangular base,
changes its impression depending on the angle from which it is viewed.
This is a rare basket made by one of Japan’s foremost masters of akebi vine basketry.
＊You can view the product page for the akebi baskets here.
Next, we would like to introduce these baskets made from suzutake bamboo, which have arrived from Iwate.
With its upright form and lightness, this is a piece with many admirers.
Whether filled with seasonal fruit, sweets, or a tea set,
it is a highly versatile basket that accommodates a wide range of uses.
When you lift it by the handle with a tea set inside,
you can feel the bamboo weave flex gently—an experience unique to this handled basket.
And here we have the Dish Basket.
Both the Small and Medium sizes have arrived.
They are traditionally used as bowl baskets, for storing tableware.
They are ideal for letting ceramic, lacquerware, bamboo, or wooden tableware dry a little longer after washing and carefully wiping away excess moisture.
They are also well suited for keeping a set of tableware that you use regularly.
This is a market basket with rattan-wrapped handles, in the Medium size.
It is often chosen by those who use it as an eco-friendly shopping bag for everyday errands.
One of the standout features of this market basket is the sturdy finish of its base.
Even when filled with groceries and carrying extra weight, it provides firm support from the bottom.
Suzutake bamboo has become increasingly scarce as a material for basketry,
making this market basket a particularly rare and valuable piece.
＊You can view the product page for the suzutake bamboo baskets here.
In addition, various types of shuro palm scrub brushes have also been restocked.
Scrub brushes made from natural shuro palm fibers have a well-balanced firmness and flexibility.
They can be used with confidence on items you wish to protect from scratches, such as glassware, cups, and non-stick pans or pots.
When carefully selected, shuro fibers are gentle even against the skin,
making them soft enough to be used for washing the body as part of personal care.
Scrub brushes are also essential tools for caring for baskets and colanders.
They slip easily into the weave, brushing away fine dust and thoroughly removing dirt from deep within.
＊You can view the product pages for the scrub brush series here.
This is the slim type, available in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. The slim shape is easy to grip, even for smaller hands. This type features shorter shuro fibers with a higher density, allowing for firm and effective scrubbing. 
Next is the sasara brush. It is ideal for washing frying pans and tamagoyaki pans. Cleaning cookware with a sasara while it is still warm after cooking allows food residue to come off smoothly.
It is also useful for scrubbing away stubborn stains on pots and pans, as well as for cleaning around the stovetop.
This is the “Corner” scrub brush. It is especially recommended for cleaning the slatted base of bamboo steamers. It can also be used to brush away coffee grounds from bamboo coffee drippers, clean the grooves of wooden bento boxes and water bottle gaskets, and remove greasy buildup from hard-to-reach areas around the stovetop when used with detergent. A versatile tool designed to reach into corners and narrow spaces. 
This is the twisted type, available in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. Finished with a tightly twisted form resembling a twisted donut, its screw- or drill-like shape makes it ideal for washing items with depth. The grooves of the twist are also effective for firmly removing soil and dirt from vegetables such as burdock root, carrots, and potatoes. 
This is the standard tawashi, available in two sizes: Small and Medium. It follows a classic, traditional shape and size that has been used for generations. Well suited for washing bamboo steamers and colanders around the kitchen, it can also be used for basket care and general cleaning—an easy, everyday brush to reach for. 
This is the pot brush.
It is just the right length for cleaning barley tea pitchers. Safe to use on both glass and stainless steel without causing scratches.
The slim tip of the brush is also useful for scrubbing around spouts and narrow areas.
This is a scrub brush called “Musubi.” It is formed by two brushes linked together like a chain. The entire brush is covered in shuro palm fibers, allowing you to wash using any side. When cleaning smaller items, you can use the tip, while for larger items, you can use the whole brush to scrub. 
Lastly, this is the scrub brush for shoes. It is suitable for washing indoor shoes and sneakers. When first used, some shuro fibers may shed slightly, but over time the brush becomes well broken in and shedding gradually stops. I myself have been using this brush for many years to wash indoor shoes and sneakers every week, and I truly feel it is an excellent tool—easy to use and very effective at removing dirt. According to the maker, although it is named a “shoe brush,” it can be used from the beginning for washing dishes or frying pans without any problem. It is also recommended as a dishwashing brush for those who are concerned about rough hands.
In addition, we have also received the Mini Japanese Steamer with Lid, made from hinoki cypress from Gifu,
available in 18 cm (7.09″) and 21 cm (8.27″) sizes.
As the cold deepens with the start of the new year,
why not spend your days gently warming your body with steamed dishes?
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