Hailing from the Yamanaka region of Japan, where lacquering has been practiced since the 16th century, the Gato Woodworks collection comprises beautiful cups, bowls, and decor born from traditional processes requiring the highest level of skill.
Through meticulous cutting, carving, shaving, and lacquering, Gato’s artisans manage to mold wood into works of art that pay homage to their arboreal origins. Each lightweight piece showcases an exquisite wood grain unmarred by the production process and is as functional as it is beautiful.
Learn more about the Gato Woodworks collection HERE and in this video introduction.
*Please note: Due to the artisanal nature of Gato products, all styles are made to order. Please allow 8 to 16 weeks for delivery of out-of-stock products. Additional details regarding lead times will be provided upon placement of an order. Contact info@morihata.com with any questions.
From the birthplace of Japanese incense comes a new way to enjoy the transformative effects of fragrance.
Made from Japanese washi paper, HA KO Paper Incense will infuse any space with a feeling of tranquility, whether displayed as potpourri or left to quietly smolder. Place one on your desk, in your car, near your entryway, or anywhere a touch of fragrance is desired.
HA KO Paper Incense makes a welcome gift for friends and family.
Winner of the 2019 Good Design Award.
For more on the HA KO line, click here or view our video introduction to the collection. You can also watch a time-lapse video of a HA KO leaf being burned here.
No season is as defined by foliage as autumn, when leaves take on the hundred hues of fire and aromas shift from the deep, earthy scents of summer to dry, breezy notes that drift on the crisp fall air. Embrace a few of the distinctive fragrances that fill Japan in autumn, like the gentle aroma of Sweet Osmanthus or the invigorating bite of citrusy Sudachi.
For more on the HA KO line, click here or watch our video introduction to the collection. You can also view a HA KO leaf being burned here.
Winner of the 2019 Good Design Award.
No matter the season, capture the gentle aromas of an April breeze with the HA KO spring collection. Add a note of freshness to any environment with a whiff of Daphne, or infuse your space with the scent of Green Tea or Japanese Pepper.
For more on the HA KO line, click here or watch our video introduction to the collection. You can also view a HA KO leaf being burned here.
Winner of the 2019 Good Design Award.
When it comes time to retreat from the summer heat, bring just a touch of the outdoors inside with one of three summer scents from HA KO. Call to mind a shaded forest lane with a breath of Linden, Moss, or Peppermint.
For more on the HA KO line, click here or watch our video introduction to the collection. You can also view a HA KO leaf being burned here.
Winner of the 2019 Good Design Award.
As winter chills and darkens, we find new ways to bring warmth and light into our homes, creating an environment of good cheer through the holidays and beyond. Introduce the fragrance of Fir Trees, Cedar, or Sweet Ginger to that happy atmosphere and add some aromatic delight to your next gathering.
For more on the HA KO line, click here or watch our video introduction to the collection. You can also view a HA KO leaf being burned here.
Winner of the 2019 Good Design Award.
From the birthplace of Japanese incense comes a new way to enjoy the transformative effects of fragrance. Made from Japanese washi paper, HA KO Paper Incense will infuse any space with a feeling of tranquility, whether displayed as potpourri or left to quietly smolder. Place one on your desk, in your car, near your entryway, or anywhere a touch of fragrance is desired. HA KO Paper Incense makes a welcome gift for friends and family.
For more on the HA KO line, click here or watch our video introduction to the collection. You can also view a HA KO leaf being burned here.
Winner of the 2019 Good Design Award.
Japanese tradition says that tea harvested on the 88th day of spring – a day known as Hachijyu-hachiya – is not only the most delicious but also a source of good luck.
This organic tea is picked on that date and pairs a bright, youthful taste with a fresh springtime aroma.
Made from 100% cotton, the Haikara Little Handkerchief features a smooth, brightly colored front and a soft, loose-weave pile backing designed to quickly absorb moisture.
A washable, eco-friendly alternative to paper tissues, this everyday staple can be used year-round to stay comfortable on warm days or clean sensitive noses during allergy season.
The Haikara Handkerchief proves especially handy when dealing with little ones' daily messes and conveniently fits into even the smallest pockets.
The first black tea to join our private label, Hayashi Organic Black Tea brings an entirely new taste to the Morihata family, one that starts smooth and mellow then finishes with a touch of black tea’s distinctive astringency.
Enjoy a new experience with this highly approachable Japanese black tea.
Like other Hirali products, these kitchen towels feature striking double-sided designs, but they stand out as much for their absorbency as for their aesthetics. Hirali Kitchen Towels can soak up incredible amounts of water thanks to the high-quality cotton fabric from which they're made, and they dry exceptionally fast. With use, a Hirali Kitchen Towel will also grow quite soft to the touch, pampering the hands while tackling the toughest jobs.
Explore the full Hirali collection here.
From Sakai City, the Town of Tenugui, comes Hirali, a new line of textiles created by the dyeing experts at Takeno Senko.
Inspired by age-old fashions, the unique double-sided designs on these towels, tenugui, and stoles are made possible by the company's proprietary printing techniques, which build on traditional dyeing methods to produce beautifully layered colors on quality cotton fabric.
Add these highly functional and visually striking pieces to your collection today, and visit the Morihata Directory to learn about the craft behind their creation.
Explore the Hirali Textiles collection in this introductory video.
The Kizara Project utilizes excess wood from sustainable, human-grown Japanese red pine to create their one-of-a-kind stationery. The group's eco-conscious process sources trees from local woodlands that are thinned as part of healthy forestry practices.
By creating a wood product from a constantly renewed resource, Kizara supports the growth of both a national industry and the trees on which that industry - and the world at large - depends, demonstrating how conscious design can have a positive impact on our environment.
Learn more about the Kizara collection in this video introduction.
