The source of The Ichi's unstinting energy and commitment to manufacturing is
- Manufacturing that connects the past and present by fusing traditional Japanese culture and crafts with the modern era.
・Because they are handmade, each one has a different expression, making them one of a kind.
Among The Ichi's products, the silver accessories from "Kasu Kobo" and the hairpins from "Kanzashi-ya Wargo" are especially impressive.
Both pieces are masterpieces that showcase the craftsmanship of artisans who pay close attention to detail.
I hope that when you actually pick it up, you'll be amazed at how much detail has gone into making it!
"Kasu Studio" - Commitment to silver accessories
"Kasu Studio" is a company that combines traditional design with accessories.
This is an accessory specialty store with a theme of "elegance" and attention to detail.
The silver accessories made there have each motif with a meaning and a story behind it.
Here we will introduce some examples of our work. 
[Murakami Suigun Skull Netsuke - Motoyoshi]
A silver netsuke with a Murakami Motoyoshi motif.
The design features a skull, the symbol of pirates, and the pirate leader, Murakami Motoyoshi.
Above his head is the Murakami family crest.
Also noteworthy is the other family crest quietly engraved on the back. 
Ushi-oni is a monster with the head of a cow and the body of an ogre.
The horns are made large and stand out to represent the yokai "Ushioni."
The back side is cut out in the shape of a cow, with attention paid to the parts that cannot be seen.
The delicate craftsmanship and mechanisms behind Kanzashi from "Kanzashiya Wargo"
Among the Kanzashi hairpins of "Kanzashiya Wargo", the ones that are made with the utmost care are
A hairpin with a mechanism known as a gimmick.
In addition to the attention to detail in the design and color scheme,
Have you noticed the "moving mechanism"?
This is true craftsmanship!
This is a work that combines "inskillful technique" and "playfulness."
We will introduce some "mechanical hairpins" that are notable for their detailed construction and cute movements. 
[A celestial globe single hairpin]
The small ball representing the Earth and the two rings representing its orbit are designed to spin when shaken. 
[Line-caught hairpin - sea bream]
When you turn the reel, a chain resembling a fishing line will reel in. 
Finally
What did you think?
Have we been able to convey The Ichi's commitment to manufacturing?
We hope you will actually pick up the items and experience for yourself the delicate details of the gimmick-designed hairpins and accessories that are made with great attention to detail.
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| Karakuri Gear Hairpin | Shamisen silver skull hairpin | Matchlock gun and hairpin |
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| Flower Skull Netsuke - Sheep | Monster Mask Netsuke - Fox Mask | Dragon Gate Netsuke - Carp Ascending a Waterfall |
