This basket is woven using the bark of the Walnut tree.

There are two main types of walnuts used for Basket weaving in Japan. One near a stream(Sawa-gurumi) and one in the mountains(Yama-gurumi). Walnuts close to the stream（Sawa-gurumi) are used for this basket.

Unlike the mountain walnuts（Yama-gurumi), which are found in the mountains and can be eaten, the fruits of the Sawa-gurumi walnut are not edible, and the seeds are carried far away by the flow of nearby streams.

Walnut bark is harvested at its peak from spring to the rainy season, when the material is rich in moisture.

Here we present the “Light Check” type, an organizer basket with handles, made of walnut bark.
The “light” type is wrapped with a light-colored outer layer,
while the “dark” type is wrapped with a darker, dark brown outer layer.

It can be used for storing stoles, blankets, and other fabric items,
as well as knitwear and outerwear for repeated wear.

A good place to put a book or magazine you are reading
and keep it near your sofa or chair.

Although the material is carefully treated,
if you are going to put towels, clothes, or other fabric items in the bag,
it would be better to place a piece of cloth inside to prevent snagging.

The texture of the walnut bark, woven with a wide range of strips, is fully enjoyed.
The material is well processed so that it is not lumpy but smooth and light.
When you put your nose close to it, you can also enjoy the mellow aroma of walnuts.

It is a tasty basket that fits in a room as an interior decoration, regardless of the country.

–An original and unique bark work in Iwate pref.–

In the rich natural environment of Iwate Prefecture in northeastern Japan,
these people work with walnut bark and wild grape vines.

Their creations are varied in design and size,
and are always a delight to the eye.

They walk through the mountains of Iwate to personally select and gather the best quality wood.
They carefully prepares the materials, spares no effort before starting to weave,
and has a unique design and approach to basket making
that sets him apart from others in every way.