SHOPPING GUIDE

Purchase Information

Credit Card Payments

To help prevent fraudulent transactions, we send a confirmation email to customers placing their first credit card order of ¥50,000 or more, or to customers using a shipping address different from that used for previous orders.

Please reply to our confirmation email within 5 days of placing your order to confirm that the purchase was made by you.

Once we receive your reply, we will begin preparing your order for shipment.

Please make sure you can receive emails from icloud.com, as our confirmation email will be sent from that domain.

If we do not receive your reply within 5 days, your order will be automatically cancelled.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Shipping

Shipping within Japan is ¥1,000 per order.

Orders totaling ¥30,000 or more qualify for free shipping.

If you would like your order shipped to multiple addresses, shipping charges will apply to each destination.

Orders will be shipped within 5 days after payment has been confirmed.

Gift wrapping is not available.
We currently do not offer international shipping.

Packing Slips & Receipts

If the purchaser's name or address differs from that of the recipient, we will not include a packing slip or any other documents in the package.

Due to the payment system used by our shop, we are unable to issue receipts directly.

Please use the transaction record or receipt provided by your selected payment method as proof of payment.

Cancellations & Returns

As each piece is a one-of-a-kind artwork, we are unable to accept cancellations or returns due to a change of mind or other customer-related reasons.

Every artwork is carefully inspected and securely packaged before shipment.
If your order arrives with obvious shipping damage, we will offer a refund upon confirmation of the damage.

Please contact us through the inquiry form within 5 days of delivery.

Please keep the damaged artwork, the original shipping box, packaging materials, and shipping label in their original condition, as they may be required for the shipping claim.

Damage that occurs after the package has been opened is considered the customer's responsibility and is not eligible for a refund, even if reported within 5 days of delivery.

We are unable to provide refunds after 6 days from the delivery date, regardless of the reason.

Please place your order only if you are able to receive the package promptly, and inspect your artwork as soon as possible after delivery.

Techniques & Care

About Nao Okita's Artwork

Nao Okita's works are created using a combination of kiln-working and cold-working techniques.

Kiln-working involves melting and shaping glass in an electric kiln, while cold-working refers to the processes of cutting, grinding, polishing, and refining the cooled glass.
Some works are made by firing layered sheets of colored glass, while others are created by casting molten glass into handmade plaster molds and finishing each piece individually by hand.

Each plaster mold is handmade and can be used only once.
After firing, the mold must be broken to remove the finished glass, making every cast piece truly unique.

The surface of each work naturally bears subtle textures, ridges, and lines created by the plaster mold.
Rather than removing these marks, they are preserved as fascinating expressions unique to this technique and remain an integral part of the finished artwork.

Many of the works can also be enjoyed as functional vessels.
Rather than industrially manufactured tableware, they are created as artworks for everyday life.
We hope you will enjoy not only using them in your daily life, but also appreciating the unique colors, textures, and expressions that each piece possesses.

During the finishing process, some air bubbles within the glass may be revealed as tiny openings on the surface.
You may also notice fine white lines where different colors of glass have fused together.

These are natural characteristics created during the making process and do not affect the functionality of the artwork.
We hope you will appreciate them as part of each piece's individual character.

Glass is a delicate material.
To help preserve your artwork for years to come, please handle it with care and avoid strong impacts.

The glass used in these works is not heat-resistant.
Please do not pour boiling water into the vessels, and avoid using a microwave or dishwasher.

For cleaning, wash gently by hand using a mild detergent and a soft, non-abrasive sponge.


About Taro Ikegami's Artwork


Taro Ikegami's glass vessels are created using both blown glass and kiln-casting techniques.

Due to the nature of the handmade process, small air bubbles or tiny inclusions may be present in the glass.
These are natural characteristics of the material and do not affect the functionality of the work.

Some works may also develop subtle changes over time, particularly in their surface finishes.
Where applicable, additional information will be provided on the individual product page.

The glass used is not heat-resistant.
Please do not use boiling water, and avoid using a microwave or dishwasher.

For cleaning, wash gently by hand using a mild detergent and a soft, non-abrasive sponge.

Please refer to the individual product page for any additional information or specific care instructions.