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“Shibui” means the type of beauty that doesn’t need announcement; its quality speaks for itself. It involves the maturity, complexity, history, and patina that only time can bring—like a fine …

Our specialty at Shibui is the collection and restoration of tansu, a term given to the antique cabinetry of Japan made principally between 1860 and 1910, the bulk of the Meiji period.

Pottery has played a tremendous role in Japanese history— Here at SHIBUI, we try to show our appreciation for its significance by offering a large selection of fine works from the famous kilns …

Our specialty at Shibui is the collection and restoration of tansu, a term given to the antique cabinetry of Japan made principally between... Shop the collection ALL JAPANESE BASKETS

Browse our selection of antique Japanese textiles, from as far back as the Edo Period (1603-1868). Boro, Sashiko, Kasuri, Katazome, Made in Japan, Shipping from the USA.

The Japanese arts span different realms. From the broader fields of Tea Ceremony (Cha-do) and Flower Arrangement (Ikebana), to the specialized areas like lacquer and print making, …

If a color scheme is to be shibui, the large areas should be dark, rich, and unobtrusive, but with a touch of sharp, astringent color to add interest. Shibui is the essence of controlled …

Katagami are hand cut paper stencils used to either resist dye or direct dye textiles, paper and other materials The paper is treated with persimmon juice and sometimes lacquer to make it …

Japanese antique Funa dansu (sea chest) created on Sado Island, Niiagata Japan. Ships chests like this would have contained important documents, records, writing instruments and cash. …