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Hitori-zen Table / 60cm x h26.5cm (** The first four images show the available table.)

Shimoo Design's Hitori-zen is inspired by traditional Ozen, which were small, low tables traditionally used in olden days as individual mealtime tables in Japanese homes. The Hitori-zen has a slim profile making it more suitable for use at tea time or during meditaion or mindfullness practice as table for incense or burning candles.

Fuyou Wood Series
Inspired by the traditional wood finishing techniques Uzukuri and Negoro, Shimoo Design developed an original method for finishing their line of tableware. The series branded Fuyou, includes wood plates, trays and platters of varying sizes and forms. Their original technique highlights the woods natural grain and emphasizes its texture while adding a distinctive tone and rustic appeal. A food-safe finish makes the pieces durable and safe from staining when used with wet and oily foods.

SHIMOO DESIGN
Husband and wife, Kazuhiko and Saori Shimoo, established Shimoo Design in 1998. Based on the concept of "beautiful Japanese tools", they design and produce wood furniture and interior accessories for contemporary lifestyles that are influenced by traditional Japanese culture and aesthetics.