Japanese Straw

An antique Japanese straw rain cape (“Mino”), traditionally worn by farmers and travelers as protection against rain and snow.

An antique Japanese straw rain cape (“Mino”), traditionally worn by farmers and travelers as protection against rain and snow.

Made with bamboo imitation in cut beech, five drawers with fronts covered with Japanese straw mats and nickel-plated fittings.

Antique "Mino", also called "Bandori" Straw cape , handcrafted, hand woven with fine rice straws.

Hand-sewed rice straw wall sculpture by ARKO. Title: Breath of layers The works that is made of rice straw. Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, contemporary Cr...

Hand-sewed rice straw wall sculpture by ARKO. Title: Untitled The works that is made of rice straw. Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, contemporary Craft art...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by ARKO. Title: Composition Marcato (A) This is one of the series named "Composition XX" Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, cont...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by ARKO. Title: Composition Allargando This is one of the series named "Composition XX" Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, conte...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by ARKO. Title: Composition Rubato This is one of the series named "Composition XX" Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, contempor...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by ARKO. Title: Composition Sostenuto This is one of the series named "Composition XX" Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, contem...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by ARKO. Title: Composition Rinforzando This is one of the series named "Composition XX" Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, cont...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by ARKO. Title: Composition Marcato (B) This is one of the series named "Composition XX" Her works have the feelings of contemporary tribal art, cont...

This antique Japanese wicker basket is made of rice straw, and is fully covered with reused Washi, a traditional Japanese paper.

Made of solid wood (Ash light Tauari ) and natural straw braided thread by thread, this bench uses fitting systems that are an ode to traditional Japanese woodworking.

A fine set of iced tea or cocktail straws. In 950 fineness sterling silver. Each with a sakura flower (Japanese cherry blossom) bowl, a stylized bamboo shaft, and a figural charm a...

Bamboo Woven Hat Japan, circa 1930–1950s Handwoven bamboo hat with a beautifully aged surface and intricate lattice construction. Originally made as a practical object, it now carri...

These hand-loomed dhurrie rugs executed in 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute draw their inspiration from traditional Japanese straw tatamis. Expertly crafted in India, the comminglin...

These hand-loomed dhurrie rugs executed in 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute draw their inspiration from traditional Japanese straw tatamis. Expertly crafted in India, the comminglin...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by Arko. Title: Composition Accelerando #01 This work has the feelings of contemporary, tribal art, contemporary craft art, created with the respect for w...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by Arko. Title: A head-sea over the night sky (Small model) This work has the feelings of contemporary, tribal art, contemporary craft art, created with the...

Height: ca. 1 1/8 in. Straws Length: ca. 9 1/8 in. Inner Diameter: ca. 1/8 in.

Pair of beechwood chairs with straw seat in the style of Charlotte Perriand Charlotte Perriand was inspired by the Japanese rice straw designs.

Antique Japanese imperial doll Emperor aHinaningyo, hand made from straw, paper, silk and cotton, complete as in photos.

Antique Japanese a sitting man doll Hinaningyo, hand made from straw, paper, silk and cotton, complete as in photos.

Antique Japanese imperial dolls Emperor and Empress Hinaningyo, hand made from straw, paper, silk and cotton, imperial pair, complete as in photos.

Antique Japanese basket called "Tangara", made for coal miners to gather and carry the smaller piece of coals.

This is an early Meiji Era (c. 1870) antique Japanese Samurai warrior dolls done in a soft sculpture with silk kimonos over a firm base. He is kneeling position with head turned down...

Made from natural materials available locally such as bamboo, sedge, straw, and Japanese paper, they were used by a wide range of people in daily life, including farmers, travelers, ...

The wood's ebonization is achieved through the Japanese technique of charred wood known as shou sugi ban.

Charred using the Japanese technique shou sugi ban, it's a light and airy piece with straight lines and angles.

The back is clearly marked "Made in Japan," confirming its origin as a high-quality export piece intended for the Western market.

Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure wearing a straw hat, together with a pair French ormolu Inkwells.

Very stylish patinated bronze desk inkwell modelled as a bust of a Chinese or Japanese figure wearing a straw hat, together with a pair French ormolu Inkwells.

Beautifully hand painted with a central panel depicting a Japanese man wearing a conical straw hat with two swords in his belt.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

The essence of traditional Japanese straw tatamis are the inspiration for these dhurries made with 50% New Zealand wool and 50% jute.

Tanaka Ryohei is one of contemporary Japan's finest printmakers. But unlike most Japanese print artists, his medium is etching, rather than wood block. Occasionally, as in this print...

The first pair of antique Japanese straw sandals "Waraji" we have seen. Fine woven straw work with a dark smokey patination from great age, bound together and were likely hung in ...

ANTIQUE JAPANESE STRAW CUTTER A sculptural and decorative piece made from elm and steel.

This is an old Japanese straw basket. It appears to be from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).

A rare large Meiji Period (1868-1912) comb used for threshing rice straw, with 21 hand forged iron tines mounted on hard wood.

Hand sewed rice straw art by Arko. This work has the feelings of contemporary Primitive art, tribal art, contemporary craft art. Created with the respect for wild nature. Arko is a f...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by Arko. Title: untitled This work has the feelings of contemporary tribal art, contemporary Craft art, created with the respect for wild nature. Arko is a...

Hand-sewed rice straw art by Arko. Title: Untitled This work has the feelings of contemporary tribal art, contemporary craft art, created with the respect for wild nature. Arko is a ...

Hand-sewed straw art by Arko. This work has the feelings of contemporary primitive art, tribal art, contemporary craft art, created with the respect for wild nature. Arko is a finali...

Mid-19th century woven Japanese basket This is a beautiful example of how the right patina changes the feel of an Asian country basket. A handsome decorative piece.   

This is an original wall decoration made by combining antique Japanese tools. Old paper from the Edo to Meiji periods was used and pasted together randomly.

One has a carrying handle fashioned from braided straw. Measurements and price reflect the smallest bottle, pictured far right.

Hand sewed straw art by Arko. This work has the feelings of contemporary Primitive art, tribal art, contemporary craft art. created with the respect for wild nature.

A huge sliding door used in a very old warehouse made in Japan. It was made in the Meiji era. (1860s-1900s).