Hailing from Takaoka City in Toyama Prefecture, Japan, the century-old metal craft brand Nousaku has been a master of traditional "casting" techniques since its founding in 1916. Beyond its own exquisite products, Nousaku is renowned for its collaborations with famous IPs, standing as a prime example of Japanese artisan craftsmanship seamlessly blending with modern design.
Get ready, Pokémon trainers and craft enthusiasts! Nousaku has just unveiled the second wave of its highly anticipated "Nousaku Pokémon Collection." Once again, these adorable yet practical metal pieces, like wind chimes and chopstick rests, are meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans specializing in traditional techniques. Mark your calendars: they'll be available starting May 1st at Nousaku's online store and physical locations across Japan.
This new series, born from their renewed partnership with Pokémon, features stunning items like the "Pikachu Wind Chime," which sways gently in the breeze, and the "KAGO - High Note - Sylveon," subtly adorned with a Sylveon design at its base. Each piece is so exquisitely detailed, it's a true testament to the incredible skill of metal craftsmanship.
Every single one of these masterpieces is lovingly hand-forged by artisans from Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, perfectly showcasing the delicate beauty and precision of traditional Japanese casting.
▼ Pikachu Wind Chime – Price: 14,300 JPY
▼ KAGO - Electro Web - Pikachu – Price: 14,850 JPY
Crafted from 100% pure tin, the KAGO series highlights tin's incredibly soft and pliable nature. You can gently bend and reshape it with just your hands, transforming this functional metal basket from a storage solution to a decorative display piece!
▼ KAGO - High Note - Sylveon – Price: 8,250 JPY
Also made from 100% pure tin, the KAGO series showcases tin's wonderfully soft and malleable properties. A gentle touch is all it takes to bend it into various shapes. This smaller version is perfect for storing little treasures!
▼ Chopstick Rest Set - Sleeping Edition – Price: 3,520 JPY
This set features five adorable Pokémon: Jigglypuff, Lapras, Snorlax, Slowpoke, and Pikachu. Thanks to intricate metal molding techniques, these beloved characters have been transformed into charming metal chopstick rests.
▼ Chopstick Rest Set - Resting Edition – Price: 8,800 JPY
This set includes two Pokémon, Rowlet and Piplup, depicted in a relaxed, sleepy-eyed pose. Through sophisticated metal forming techniques, these Pokémon are brought to life as delightful metal chopstick rests.
And here's a bonus for dedicated fans! Spend 11,000 JPY or more on eligible Pokémon items at any of Nousaku's 18 direct stores across Japan or their official online shop, and you'll snag a limited-edition Pikachu-shaped keychain!
via： 能作Nousaku 官網