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What is Kutani Thimble?

Kutani Thimble is a beautiful thimble made from Kutani-ware, a traditional craft. This particular piece features delicate line patterns painted with an extremely fine brush.

Why not subtly display it in a small space in your home or on a shelf?

【What is a Thimble?】

A thimble is originally a practical tool used in needlework such as embroidery to protect the fingertips from needles.
It is a small tool, about 3 cm in size, that fits perfectly on a fingertip.

【History of Thimbles】

Thimbles have been used worldwide since ancient times, gradually becoming more decorative with many beautiful designs. Today, they are popular as collector's items.

The materials also vary by country:

• Steel in Europe and America,

• Leather in Korea,

• And in Japan, thread-made thimbles like "Kaga Sashinuki" are typical.

And Kutani Thimble is made from Kutani ware pottery, a traditional craft that dates back to the Edo period.

【What is Kutani Ware?】

Kutani ware (Kutani-yaki) is one of Japan's representative ceramic arts, born in the Kaga Domain during the early Edo period.
Its most significant characteristic is the vivid and delicate painted patterns called "etsuke," which are highly acclaimed worldwide.

【Features of Kutani Thimble】

You probably have various pottery items in your home as tableware or interior decorations.
If you are looking for beautiful ceramic art to display as interior decor, please take a look at Kutani Thimble.

This small thimble features over 100 types of painting.
It is handcrafted by 23 Kutani ware painters, and traditional techniques include:

• Akae (Red Painting)

• Shiratsubu/Aotsubu (White/Blue Dots)

• Aote (Green Style)

• Kinrande (Gold Brocade Style)

• Sometsuke (Underglaze Blue)

We also offer modern and cute designs.

You can easily incorporate the charm of small, beautiful Kutani ware into spaces where it was previously difficult to display large plates, such as the living room, entrance hall, washroom, or bedside.

【About Kutani Ware Thimble Tassels】

We also have art pieces that incorporate these beautiful Kutani Thimbles into tassels.
You can see more details about these works in the video below:

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🌸 "Kutani Thimble" where tradition and modernity merge.
It is an exquisite item that adds elegant color to any space just by displaying it.