Greetings
Issui Kobo is proud to have reached the great milestone of its 100th anniversary. The spirit of traditional craftsmanship cultivated in Kyoto, and the legacy of skills passed down and refined by generations before us, are our pride and our foundation.
The beauty of the handwork passed down from our founder through the generations is more than mere technique; it is a living culture that accompanies people in their daily lives and prayers, enduring across the ages. Throughout our hundred-year history, Issui Kobo has remained steadfast in preserving “the beauty of tradition.” From selecting materials to the final finish, we have never compromised, faithfully carrying on traditional techniques while continually finding ways to bring them to life in the modern age. Tradition does not simply mean preserving the old; it grows ever more radiant through the sensibility and dedication of those who carry it forward. This conviction has shaped who we are today.
The special piece created to commemorate our 100th anniversary embodies our profound respect for this tradition. It is a masterpiece brought to life by bringing together the finest of our long-inherited skills and reconsidering Kyoto’s aesthetic sensibility from its very foundations. We hope you will take this opportunity to discover the “essence of tradition” that Issui Kobo has steadfastly preserved.
