{"product_id":"311433-1","title":"Paperweight（Shop Selection） \/ Walnut \u0026 Stone \/ Yamagata-JPN 311433-1","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_TOTa20260422_Kaoru_25.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56167\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a paperweight made by combining walnut bark and stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maker is Kaoru Saito, who has long been working with vine and bark crafts in Yamagata.\u003cbr\u003eShe harvests the walnut bark herself, and creates designs that are truly her own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_TOTa20260422_Kaoru_27.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56176\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walnut bark is carefully woven around a stone to form each piece.\u003cbr\u003ePaperweights made by Kaoru are finished with finely detailed weaving patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_TOTa20260422_Kaoru_29.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56181\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is an example of one piece you may receive.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260425_kaoru-37.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56183\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eEach piece is about the size of the palm of your hand.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_TOTa20260422_Kaoru_26.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56178\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe walnut bark is woven in patterns that suit each stone, creating a quiet sense of harmony.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260425_kaoru-36.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56182\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAs natural materials are used, the color and shape of each stone, as well as the woven patterns, vary from piece to piece, giving each one a one-of-a-kind character.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_TOTa20260422_Kaoru_30.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56180\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003ePlease allow us to select one for you.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_20260425_kaoru-38.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56184\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to use as a paperweight, it can also be enjoyed simply as an object.\u003cbr\u003eThe strength of the stone, gently wrapped in walnut bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you will enjoy it in your daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime_TOTa20260422_Kaoru_25-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56185\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForms that captivate, born from the rich materials of Yamagata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a variety of mountain materials—Grapevine, walnut, Akebi, and Matatabi—\u003cbr\u003eKaoru Saito creates a succession of unique forms rarely seen elsewhere, as well as refined basketry that quietly draws the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many years, she has gone into the mountains herself to gather materials,\u003cbr\u003ecarrying out every step of the process from the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, Kaoru is also a highly skilled maker capable of producing finely woven Grapevine tote baskets of exceptional quality.\u003cbr\u003eThe accessories and ornaments she creates from multiple materials all carry a sense of considered beauty,\u003cbr\u003ewhile also reflecting playfulness and thoughtful attention to the user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe has a deep understanding of each material, and is also a user herself, incorporating baskets, accessories,\u003cbr\u003eand small objects into her daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListening closely to the voices of those who use her work,\u003cbr\u003eshe continues to explore how pieces can be made more comfortable, beautiful, and enjoyable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Default 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