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OIGEN
Based in Iwate Prefecture, OIGEN is a manufacturer of ironware, including pots, kettles and trivets, dating back to 1852.
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Tōhoku consists of six prefectures located in the north-east of Honshu island. This region is known for its hot spring (onsen) resorts, colourful festivals, remote sacred mountains and harsh winters. In 2011, the devastating earthquake and tsunami hit the region hard; however, the massive efforts in reconstruction are proof of the people’s resilience. Urushi (lacquer) ware, ironware and the crafting of kokeshi dolls make up but a few of the local industries in this lesser-visited region of Japan.
More itemsOIGEN was founded in 1852 by Oikawa Genjūrō in Mizusawa, Iwate Prefecture. The foundry began by making cast iron kettles in Nambu Tekki – the style of ironware specific to the region of Iwate – and crafted to endure frequent use in the harsh winter climate of the Tōhoku region. Today, OIGEN artisans handcraft a range of ironware, designed to last a lifetime.
More itemsBased in Iwate Prefecture, OIGEN is a manufacturer of ironware, including pots, kettles and trivets, dating back to 1852.
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