Shoe Horn / Smoked Bamboo / Kochi-JPN 321217-1
Shoe Horn / Smoked Bamboo / Kochi-JPN 321217-1
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- Size / Weight
- Approx. L 22.83″ × W 1.38″ × T 0.39″ / 2.83 oz

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Note
The sizes shown above are the middle of the total quantity of items we receive, and are only a rough estimate.
Also, external dimensions are provided.
Some of them may be 2-3 cm (1inch) larger or smaller than the sizes indicated because they are handmade using natural materials.
If you have a specific place in mind where you would like to store the item, please order it with enough space to spare.
Also, the shape, texture, and color of each item will vary.
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Caution
Please be careful not to damage your body or clothing with sprinters.
For all materials, please store in a well-ventilated place and avoid storing in cupboards, etc. as much as possible.
When storing, it is best to avoid direct sunlight and to place them in an elevated place where moisture does not accumulate.
If the product gets wet from rain or water, wipe it off with a dry cloth and dry it well in the shade or indoors in a well-ventilated location.
Regular brushing with a scrubber or brush is recommended to prevent dust accumulation.
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Shipping
We deliver products worldwide. Shipping costs are automatically calculated according to your location and what you order.
We will ship with care and attention.You can see shipping policy here
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How to care
These products are made from all-natural materials and if taken good care of they will last for dozens of years. Products made of natural materials also change beautifully over time.
Check "How to care" page here

In Tosa, the old name for Kochi in Shikoku, the sea often comes to mind, yet 89% of the prefecture is covered by mountains.
As soon as you leave the coastline, steep slopes rise ahead; within just half an hour’s drive from Kochi City, you find yourself surrounded by deep, quiet mountains.

Among these mountains grows the Moso bamboo, a species so vigorous that in some areas it is even considered a nuisance to the forest.
There is a craftsman who uses this very bamboo, placing it into a high-pressure steamer or into a charcoal kiln used for making charcoal, creating cutlery and bamboo works through this unique process.
The resulting pieces—beginning with the cutlery that carries both warmth and strength—leave an unforgettable impression on those who see them.
At our shop, we affectionately call this bamboo that has gone through the charcoal kiln process “Smoked Bamboo.”









Having a tool that feels good in the hand
and works well for a daily act like putting on shoes brings a quiet sense of richness to life.
May it be with you for many years to come.

__Bamboo crafts by Ippei Shimomoto__
After taking part in a workshop
where participants built a charcoal kiln entirely from soil and stones without using metal, he was deeply inspired.
Since then, he has built his own kiln and begun producing charcoal mainly from oak and beech.
The idea of making smoked bamboo products began
when he hung bamboo cutlery he had carved himself in the smoke rising from the kiln.
From there, he began creating smoked bamboo works in earnest.
When asked why he continues to make things, he said:
“Bamboo grows wildly, damaging the mountains and creating problems for people and the environment.
I’m happy that I can use that material to make something,
and even happier when people enjoy using what I’ve made.
This balance feels right to me, and that’s why I can keep doing it.”
The bamboo pieces created by Mr. Shimomoto carry a deep tone and richness born from their distinctive color,
and feature forms that only bamboo can express.
Each tool for daily life that emerges from this bamboo is sharply designed,
yet feels gentle and familiar in the hand—so much so that one can’t help but smile when using it.
Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.