{"title":"Sasaki Kogei","description":"\u003cp\u003eSasaki Kogei is a woodworking studio in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, making hand-finished wooden household tools since 1976.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sasaki-kogei-comfy-shoehorn","title":"Comfy Shoehorn: Wooden Shoehorn with Stand | SASAKI KOGEI","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA hand-finished wooden shoehorn that welcomes you home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-13.webp\" alt=\"Birch shoehorn in a bright entryway\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entryway is the \"face\" of your home — the first place to greet guests and the last to see them off. For you, it's where you set off for a busy day and where you relax the moment you return. This shoehorn, carefully made by craftsmen at \u003cstrong\u003eSasaki Kogei\u003c\/strong\u003e in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, turns the everyday moment of putting on your shoes into something to look forward to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmooth, hand-finished wood\u003c\/b\u003e — solid wood shaped by craftsmen, with a warm, silky surface that feels good in your hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo bending down\u003c\/b\u003e — the regular size lets you slip your shoes on while standing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComes with its own stand\u003c\/b\u003e — a matching stand of the same wood keeps it upright and tidy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwo sizes, two woods\u003c\/b\u003e — Regular or Short, in Hokkaido birch or walnut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in Asahikawa, Hokkaido\u003c\/b\u003e — by a woodworking studio founded in 1976.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarmth and comfort at your front door\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-9.webp\" alt=\"Shoehorn by the front door\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the door and you are greeted by the gentle presence of solid wood. Pick it up, and the smooth surface created by the craftsmen's hands settles comfortably into your palm. When you leave, you can slip on your shoes in one easy motion; when you come home, the warmth of the wood greets you after a long day. With just this one piece, your entryway feels a little neater and your daily life a little nicer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA matching stand that fits beautifully\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-11.webp\" alt=\"Regular birch and walnut shoehorns with stands\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach shoehorn comes with a stand made from the same wood. With a moderate weight and a stable design, it doesn't tip over easily, and you simply slide the shoehorn back in after use. Its clean form doesn't get in the way of your interior and gives your entrance a dignified look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo sizes to suit your lifestyle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-15.webp\" alt=\"Regular and short birch shoehorns\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegular\u003c\/b\u003e (approx. 77 cm \/ 30.3 in tall with stand) — a long design that lets you put on your shoes smartly without bending, easing strain on your back and knees every morning and evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShort\u003c\/b\u003e (approx. 57 cm \/ 22.4 in tall with stand) — a handy size for those who sit or crouch to put on shoes, for compact apartment entryways, or for placing on a shelf or beside a stool. Also good if you'd rather the shoehorn not stand out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo woods to enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-12.webp\" alt=\"Birch and walnut shoehorns side by side\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWalnut\u003c\/b\u003e (dark brown) — a deep, chic color that looks beautiful in a modern or calm entryway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHokkaido birch\u003c\/b\u003e (natural, light brown) — bright, delicate grain with a clean feel that suits Scandinavian or natural interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-10.webp\" alt=\"Comfy shoehorns in birch and walnut, regular and short sizes\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Sasaki Kogei\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Sasaki Kogei has made wooden household tools since its founding in 1976, committed to domestic production and to bringing out the grain and character of natural wood. Each piece is carefully finished by hand. \"We live with nature. Our work lies between what human hands create and what nature creates. However much we refine our ideas and skills, every tree has its own quirks and expressions, and every finished piece is different.\" Under the motto \"From Sasaki Kogei of Asahikawa to SASAKI of the world,\" the studio shares the appeal of Hokkaido craftsmanship in Japan and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSizes (with stand):\u003c\/b\u003e Regular approx. W10.5 × D10.5 × H77 cm (4.1 × 4.1 × 30.3 in), approx. 600 g; Short approx. W10.5 × D10.5 × H57 cm (4.1 × 4.1 × 22.4 in), approx. 500 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWoods:\u003c\/b\u003e Walnut (brown) \/ Hokkaido birch (beige); natural wood, urethane finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHanging loop:\u003c\/b\u003e genuine leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e felt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSet contents:\u003c\/b\u003e shoehorn, matching stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade by:\u003c\/b\u003e Sasaki Kogei, Asahikawa, Hokkaido\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in:\u003c\/b\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs natural wood is used, grain, color and knots differ on each piece — please enjoy them as part of its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural wood can break under strong impact or excessive force. Use gently and avoid putting too much weight on it when putting on shoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor daily care, wipe off dust with a soft, dry cloth. For stains, wipe with a well-wrung damp cloth, then dry thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to the urethane finish, do not leave it in water or use thinner, alcohol or abrasive cleaners, which can damage the coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegular (77 cm) if you want to put on shoes while standing; Short (57 cm) if you sit or crouch, or have a compact entryway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the stand included?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — every shoehorn comes with a matching stand made of the same wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan it hang on a hook?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it has a genuine leather loop for hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Birch","offer_id":67781873762383,"sku":"sasaki-2601-r-birch","price":16500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Walnut","offer_id":67781873795151,"sku":"sasaki-2601-r-walnut","price":16500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Short \/ Birch","offer_id":67781873827919,"sku":"sasaki-2601-s-birch","price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Short \/ Walnut","offer_id":67781873860687,"sku":"sasaki-2601-s-walnut","price":13200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-2_6398bf69ade93598531a67a568116cd2.webp?v=1792370353"},{"product_id":"sasaki-kogei-wooden-reversi","title":"Wooden Reversi: Handcrafted Walnut \u0026 Birch Board Game | SASAKI KOGEI","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA handcrafted wooden reversi set that doubles as interior décor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-22.webp\" alt=\"Wooden reversi board with the two piece cases on either side\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe satisfying click of a piece and the solid weight of real wood. This reversi set (also known as Othello) is handmade by craftsmen at \u003cstrong\u003eSasaki Kogei\u003c\/strong\u003e in Asahikawa, Hokkaido — a board so beautiful you will want to leave it out in the living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwo natural woods instead of black and white\u003c\/b\u003e — each piece is walnut on one side and Hokkaido birch on the other, so the colors never wear off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePieces stay in place\u003c\/b\u003e — every square has a carved round hollow that centers the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEasy to care for\u003c\/b\u003e — a urethane finish resists stains and scratches; simply wipe clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade to be displayed\u003c\/b\u003e — a solid wood frame with rounded corners suits modern interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo-tone pieces of walnut and Hokkaido birch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-26.webp\" alt=\"Two-tone pieces of walnut and Hokkaido birch on the board\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of black and white, the pieces are made by precisely joining two different natural woods: deep, rich walnut and light, smooth Hokkaido birch. Because the color comes from the wood itself rather than paint, it will not chip or fade with use. Every flip shows off a smooth grain and a change of expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA carved board where every piece settles neatly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-27.webp\" alt=\"Round hollows carved into each square of the reversi board\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach square of the board has been precisely carved with a shallow round hollow. Pieces slide naturally into the center and do not shift during play. The quiet sound of wood on wood and the warmth in your hand make every game feel special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA urethane finish that is easy to care for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-25.webp\" alt=\"Reversi board with a urethane finish, seen from above\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface has a urethane coating that keeps the natural look and feel of the wood while resisting stains and scratches. Fingerprints and dirt wipe away easily, so the set stays beautiful for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA refined piece for your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-23.webp\" alt=\"Wooden reversi set displayed in a living room\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its solid wood frame, rounded corners and clean form, the set looks at home in a living room or study even when no one is playing. The wood develops a deeper character the more it is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA gift loved across generations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-24.webp\" alt=\"Wooden piece cases holding 64 reversi pieces plus spares\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the rules are simple, reversi can be enjoyed together by small children and grandparents alike. It makes a special gift for family time at home, a housewarming, a wedding or a birthday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Sasaki Kogei\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Sasaki Kogei has made wooden household tools since its founding in 1976, committed to domestic production and to bringing out the grain and character of natural wood. Each piece is carefully finished by hand. \"We live with nature. Our work lies between what human hands create and what nature creates. However much we refine our ideas and skills, every tree has its own quirks and expressions, and every finished piece is different.\" Under the motto \"From Sasaki Kogei of Asahikawa to SASAKI of the world,\" the studio shares the appeal of Hokkaido craftsmanship in Japan and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBoard:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. W33 × D33 × H2.8 cm (13 × 13 × 1.1 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePiece cases:\u003c\/b\u003e approx. W33 × D4.7 × H4.55 cm (13 × 1.9 × 1.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e natural wood (walnut, Hokkaido birch) for the board, pieces and cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e urethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSet contents:\u003c\/b\u003e board, piece cases, 64 wooden pieces plus spares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade by:\u003c\/b\u003e Sasaki Kogei, Asahikawa, Hokkaido\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in:\u003c\/b\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs natural wood is used, grain, color and knots differ on each piece — please enjoy them as part of its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid leaving it in direct sunlight or in very dry or humid places (such as directly in the airflow of an air conditioner), which can cause warping or cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor everyday care, wipe off dust with a soft, dry cloth. If it gets dirty, wipe with a well-wrung damp cloth, then dry thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67782889439311,"sku":null,"price":39600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/sasa-26-9-19_3add435787d5d1ee3f402619c4b31ad8.webp?v=1792376221"}],"url":"https:\/\/nihon-iimonoya-global.live\/collections\/sasaki-kogei.oembed","provider":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}