In praise of shadows
Just as all that glitters is not gold, all that is dark is not ominous. There is a true artistic vision of darkness that enhances raw materials and brings out all the spirit of objects. This special approach to beauty can be found in "In praise of shadows" by Japanese writer Junichiro Tanizaki, which deals with the Japanese approach to aesthetics in an era when electric light did not exist. This quest for simplicity and this harmony with nature reveal the many ways we can marvel at what is essential, without the artifice of lighting that sometimes distorts reality...
SELECTION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH JETRO
The Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
All brands display in this selection are part of JETRO. To discover all JETRO brands exhibited on MOM, do not hesitate to download the digital catalog : Desktop catalog / Mobile catalog
SELECTION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH JETRO
The Japan External Trade Organization, is a government-related organization that works to promote mutual trade and investment between Japan and the rest of the world. Originally established in 1958 to promote Japanese exports abroad, JETRO's core focus in the 21st century has shifted toward promoting foreign direct investment into Japan and helping small to medium size Japanese firms maximize their global export potential.
All brands display in this selection are part of JETRO. To discover all JETRO brands exhibited on MOM, do not hesitate to download the digital catalog : Desktop catalog / Mobile catalog
Covering ARARE
The austere silver of Ibushi Kawara is created by a layer of carbon. The reason these are sometimes called ‘smoked tiles’ is that a special smoking process takes place at the end of the firing process, which creates this unique luster without dusting the tiles with metal. (ARARE) A random combination of square parts of varying tones and thicknesses. Savor the way the expression changes depending on the direction of the light.
FLUSSO Ash Black Medio
The design theme of this flower vase is essential and minimal beauty and it got the inspiration from Koban (oval shape Japanese old coin) and Zouri (Japanese traditional sandals). Top of the vase is curved in, so that it outstands the sophisticated and beautiful grain.
Flat plate 230／Flat plate 230-YUKI
The irregular surface unique to Yasuda Kawara Tiles is grippy so it is easy to handles and catches foods, enabling you to arrange food items beautifully. The tableware is named “TSUKI” as the unique color and the crimpled appearance look like the “tsuki”, a Japanese word for the moon. The bottom of the plate remains unglazed, so you can also enjoy the texture of the clay itself. With Flat plate 230-YUKI, the surface is glazed with white, matte glaze. Dishwasher can be used, but not microwave and oven.
TABLE LAMP ICHI
Light up your PLACE & MOMENT anywhere, anytime. An easy carrying table lamp for lighting up your “place” and “moment”. Fujita Metal MFG Co., Ltd, TENT, and Cap., Ltd have repeated trial and error together, and finally came up with this masterpiece, the Table Lamp “ICHI”. By pressing the edge of top surface, anywhere in 360 degrees, the light turns on/off with a soft and comfortable click feeling. brightness levels can be adjusted by repeatably pressing it.
