TSUKI-JIRI Wood Plate | MORI KOUGEI

'TSUKI-JIRI' refers to the leftover parts when high-quality veneer, known as "TSUKI-ITA," is shaved from precious wood. Traditionally considered a remnant and often discarded, TSUKI-JIRI features beautiful grain patterns from rare and valuable wood. The artisan, MORI KOUGEI is dedicated to promoting sustainable and environmentally conscious products, and the TSUKI-JIRI Wood Plate exemplifies this commitment by utilising resources efficiently. Each plate is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ensuring unique and high-quality pieces. These exquisite wood plates can be used for various purposes, including as tableware or decorative items, allowing you to experience the beauty and sustainability of the TSUKI-JIRI Wood Plate in your home.

Detail
Colour: Indigo-dyed
*using a traditional fermented process, and made with only natural materials.

Type: Flat / Ridged

Size: L 12cm x W 30cm x H1.2cm

Material: Oak, Cerawood soating

Care
・Microwave & Dishwasher NOT safe
・Use after washing with neutral dishwashing soap and soft sponge.
・Do not store in direct sunlight for a long time.
・Refrain from soaking in water for a long time as it may cause stains, deformations and cracks in the wood.

Artisan
MORI KOUGEI ’森工芸’, established in 1953 in Tokushima prefecture by the current owner’s grandfather, has been specialising in the application of TSUKI-ITA for seven decades, celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2023. Initially, the business operated as a “hari-ya,” with the founder focusing on attaching TSUKI-ITA to pre-assembled dressers and Buddhist altars using animal glue and a small iron. In the 1970s, with the advent of mechanisation and mass production in Japanese industries, MORI KOUGEI shifted its main products to decorative plywood. This plywood is primarily used for the surfaces of wooden products and interiors, including furniture such as desks, tables, cupboards, and storage units. The company also incorporates the traditional indigo dyed process, a craft native to Tokushima prefecture, into their products to create unique and distinctive items.