【Hankyu Umeda Main Store】"Lacquer x Camping" Traditional Crafts Revolutionize Outdoors. 220 Years of Lacquer Techniques to the Field
Hankyu Umeda Main Store is hosting "JAPAN PRIDE," an event fusing traditional Japanese crafts with outdoor lifestyles. Eight brands, including "GNU urushi craft," which elevates 220-year-old lacquer techniques into modern camping gear, will gather to propose new value in craftsmanship and outdoor culture.
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“JAPAN PRIDE” ~Japanese Monozukuri and Outdoors~
Dates: April 22nd (Wednesday) – 28th (Tuesday)
Location: Hankyu Umeda Main Store 8F 'GREEN AGE' Kotokoto Stage 81
Hankyu Umeda Main Store will hold "Japan and me.," an event to rediscover the charm of inherited Japanese traditions and techniques, from April 1st (Wednesday) to 28th (Tuesday). As part of this, from April 22nd (Wednesday) to 28th (Tuesday), the "JAPAN PRIDE" ~Japanese Monozukuri and Outdoors~ event will be held at Kotokoto Stage 81 on the 8th floor, fusing Japanese traditional techniques with modern outdoor lifestyles. Eight brands embodying the Japanese artisan spirit, "JAPAN PRIDE," will gather, including "GNU urushi craft," a brand that has elevated the lacquer artisan techniques continuing since Culture 4 (1807) into modern camping gear. Japanese craftsmanship and outdoor culture will resonate, proposing new value where users nurture tradition.
Eight top Japanese craftsmanship brands gather
"GNU urushi craft" Ihee: An outdoor brand specializing in lacquer, founded by a fifth-generation lacquer artisan from a Buddhist altar shop established in the Edo period, continuing for 220 years. Through "lacquer," it inherits Japanese traditional techniques into modern outdoors, delivering new value and inspiration. ◎Sales dates: April 25th (Saturday) and 26th (Sunday).
"et.moku works": A woodcraft brand that values the natural texture, scent, and aging of natural wood, creating tools that blend into daily life and outdoor activities. Original wood lanterns that convey the warmth of wood will be exhibited and sold. ◎Sales dates: April 22nd (Wednesday), 24th (Friday) – 26th (Sunday).
"H.A.K.U MOUNTAIN SUPPLY": Chillout Straight 25,300 yen, Check Shirt 23,100 yen. A brand from Ibara City, Okayama Prefecture, that handles indigo-dyed camping gear and "gear jeans" active in the outdoors. It proposes tools that develop their own unique character through color fading and sun exposure over time.
"Kijiki" (wappa&): Magewappa size M 21,450 yen. A magewappa bento box that utilizes the beautiful grain of Kiso cypress, with joints fastened by rare wild cherry bark using the "sakura-toji" technique. Enjoy the sound, feel, and gentle woody scent when opening it. Available in three sizes: S, M, L.
"Nijiyura": Chusen Tenugui 1,870 yen. A tenugui brand that utilizes the unique "blurring" and "fluctuation" of the traditional "chusen" dyeing technique. Originating from Sakai, Osaka, it combines new individuality while cherishing the warmth of traditional dyeing methods, passing on the "chusen" technique to the next generation.
"millio": Compact Frying Pan 22cm with hammered handle and lid set 45,100 yen. An iron interior/outdoor brand created by a blacksmith from Anzui Seisakusho, a hoe manufacturer in Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture, utilizing free forging techniques. It proposes tools for enjoying "food," such as compact frying pans and titanium cutlery.
"39Arita": Ceramic Filter 2-piece set square 6,500 yen, Mug 5,000 yen. Utilizing the techniques of Arita ware with over 400 years of history, they developed a reusable ceramic coffee filter. Its microporous structure brings out the original flavor of the beans. The brand "39Arita" is handmade by artisans at their own factory in Arita.
"Oshimaen": Sierra Tea Strainer 2,750 yen. Oshima Seikichi Shoten, a tea wholesaler founded 110 years ago. With the concept of "Enjoying Tea Outdoors," it proposes tea leaves and tools for easily enjoying Japanese tea outdoors, delivering new experiences through tea.
Enriching workshops, including making lifelong crafts with artisans
Original Japanese Tea Making Experience
April 23rd (Thursday) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 25th (Saturday) 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
◎8F Community Park
Participation fee: 2,750 yen
A hands-on workshop to "make" Japanese tea by Oshima Seikichi Shoten, a long-established tea shop founded 110 years ago. Guided by specialized staff, you can enjoy the differences in aroma and taste while experiencing making your own original blend tea.
Details and reservations here >>>
Silk Screen Print Workshop
April 24th (Friday) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 26th (Sunday) 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
◎8F Community Park
Participation fee: From 1,650 yen. Varies depending on the size and design of the silk screen plate.
"Oshima Seikichi Shoten"
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Dates: April 22nd (Wednesday) – 28th (Tuesday)
Location: Hankyu Umeda Main Store 8F 'GREEN AGE' Kotokoto Stage 81
Hankyu Umeda Main Store will hold "Japan and me.," an event to rediscover the charm of inherited Japanese traditions and techniques, from April 1st (Wednesday) to 28th (Tuesday). As part of this, from April 22nd (Wednesday) to 28th (Tuesday), the "JAPAN PRIDE" ~Japanese Monozukuri and Outdoors~ event will be held at Kotokoto Stage 81 on the 8th floor, fusing Japanese traditional techniques with modern outdoor lifestyles. Eight brands embodying the Japanese artisan spirit, "JAPAN PRIDE," will gather, including "GNU urushi craft," a brand that has elevated the lacquer artisan techniques continuing since Culture 4 (1807) into modern camping gear. Japanese craftsmanship and outdoor culture will resonate, proposing new value where users nurture tradition.
Eight top Japanese craftsmanship brands gather
"GNU urushi craft" Ihee: An outdoor brand specializing in lacquer, founded by a fifth-generation lacquer artisan from a Buddhist altar shop established in the Edo period, continuing for 220 years. Through "lacquer," it inherits Japanese traditional techniques into modern outdoors, delivering new value and inspiration. ◎Sales dates: April 25th (Saturday) and 26th (Sunday).
"et.moku works": A woodcraft brand that values the natural texture, scent, and aging of natural wood, creating tools that blend into daily life and outdoor activities. Original wood lanterns that convey the warmth of wood will be exhibited and sold. ◎Sales dates: April 22nd (Wednesday), 24th (Friday) – 26th (Sunday).
"H.A.K.U MOUNTAIN SUPPLY": Chillout Straight 25,300 yen, Check Shirt 23,100 yen. A brand from Ibara City, Okayama Prefecture, that handles indigo-dyed camping gear and "gear jeans" active in the outdoors. It proposes tools that develop their own unique character through color fading and sun exposure over time.
"Kijiki" (wappa&): Magewappa size M 21,450 yen. A magewappa bento box that utilizes the beautiful grain of Kiso cypress, with joints fastened by rare wild cherry bark using the "sakura-toji" technique. Enjoy the sound, feel, and gentle woody scent when opening it. Available in three sizes: S, M, L.
"Nijiyura": Chusen Tenugui 1,870 yen. A tenugui brand that utilizes the unique "blurring" and "fluctuation" of the traditional "chusen" dyeing technique. Originating from Sakai, Osaka, it combines new individuality while cherishing the warmth of traditional dyeing methods, passing on the "chusen" technique to the next generation.
"millio": Compact Frying Pan 22cm with hammered handle and lid set 45,100 yen. An iron interior/outdoor brand created by a blacksmith from Anzui Seisakusho, a hoe manufacturer in Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture, utilizing free forging techniques. It proposes tools for enjoying "food," such as compact frying pans and titanium cutlery.
"39Arita": Ceramic Filter 2-piece set square 6,500 yen, Mug 5,000 yen. Utilizing the techniques of Arita ware with over 400 years of history, they developed a reusable ceramic coffee filter. Its microporous structure brings out the original flavor of the beans. The brand "39Arita" is handmade by artisans at their own factory in Arita.
"Oshimaen": Sierra Tea Strainer 2,750 yen. Oshima Seikichi Shoten, a tea wholesaler founded 110 years ago. With the concept of "Enjoying Tea Outdoors," it proposes tea leaves and tools for easily enjoying Japanese tea outdoors, delivering new experiences through tea.
Enriching workshops, including making lifelong crafts with artisans
Original Japanese Tea Making Experience
April 23rd (Thursday) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 25th (Saturday) 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
◎8F Community Park
Participation fee: 2,750 yen
A hands-on workshop to "make" Japanese tea by Oshima Seikichi Shoten, a long-established tea shop founded 110 years ago. Guided by specialized staff, you can enjoy the differences in aroma and taste while experiencing making your own original blend tea.
Details and reservations here >>>
Silk Screen Print Workshop
April 24th (Friday) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
April 26th (Sunday) 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
◎8F Community Park
Participation fee: From 1,650 yen. Varies depending on the size and design of the silk screen plate.
"Oshima Seikichi Shoten"
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