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JAPANESE GIFT SET | COMFORT AND CALM

Name: JAPANESE GIFT SET | COMFORT AND CALM
Brand: KUMOHANA 雲花
Price: 168.00 GBP
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JAPANESE GIFT SET | COMFORT AND CALM

£168.00

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Small comforts for slower, softer moments.

Calm & Comfort brings together objects chosen for the quiet sense of ease they add to everyday life — a warm cup of tea, a familiar scent, the gentle sound of a wind chime, or a few thoughts written down at the end of the day.

At the heart of the collection are pieces made for simple rituals. The Chōjū-giga Mino Ware Yunomi brings the playful rabbits and frogs of one of Japan’s most celebrated picture scrolls to an everyday cup of tea, while the handcrafted Usuzumi Sakura Katakuchi from Kyoto introduces something softer and more contemplative, with its misty glaze and delicate cherry blossoms.

The Goriyaku Five Koi Folding Fan carries a little Japanese wordplay and a wish for good fortune, while the porcelain Arita Ware Furin adds another familiar element of Japanese life — its clear, delicate sound moving gently through the room with the breeze.

For quieter moments spent alone, RO-BIKI NOTE and its organic cotton Canvas Cover create a place for thoughts, sketches and things worth remembering. The waxed-paper notebook changes gradually with use, while the soft canvas cover keeps notebooks and favourite writing tools together — objects that become increasingly personal simply by being part of everyday life.

And when the room itself needs changing, the compact Japanese Paper Incense offers a simple five-minute fragrance ritual. Light a single sheet, make a cup of tea, open a notebook, or simply sit for a moment while the scent moves through the space.

There is no particular way to use this collection, and perhaps that is the point.

What’s Inside

Chōjū-giga Mino Ware Yunomi
A charming Japanese tea cup inspired by the playful animals of the historic Chōjū-giga scrolls.

Usuzumi Sakura Katakuchi · Tousen Kiln
A handcrafted Kyoto pouring vessel finished with a soft grey glaze and delicate cherry blossoms.

Kotoba Asobi Folding Fan · Five Koi
A traditional folding fan combining five lively koi with Japanese wordplay for blessings and good fortune.

Arita Ware Porcelain Wind Chime - Camellia
A porcelain wind chime bringing the clear, delicate sound of a Japanese summer into your space.

RO-BIKI NOTE - Weather Map
A compact waxed-paper notebook for capturing thoughts, sketches and little things worth remembering.

RO-BIKI NOTE Canvas Cover - Light Blue
An organic cotton canvas cover designed to keep notebooks, pens and everyday essentials neatly together.

Japanese Paper Incense - Blackcurrant
A slender sheet of incense offering around five minutes of fragrance — a simple ritual for a quieter moment.

Comfort can be something very small — a favourite cup, a familiar sound, a scent in the room, or a quiet moment that makes the day feel a little gentler.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chōjū-giga?

Chōjū-giga (鳥獣戯画) is a celebrated series of historic Japanese picture scrolls, famous for playful scenes of rabbits, frogs, monkeys, and other animals behaving like people. The earliest sections date to around the 12th century.

Rabbits and frogs are among the most recognisable characters in Chōjū-giga. They appear running, wrestling, playing, and taking part in human-like activities, giving the artwork its distinctive humour and lively character.

What does the Nishikigoi (Koi) symbolise?

Nishikigoi (錦鯉), or ornamental koi, are admired for their beauty and elegance. Koi are also widely associated withperseverance, strength and success, making them a popular motif for good fortune and positive wishes.

What makes an Arita Ware wind chime different?

Arita Ware (Arita-yaki) is a renowned Japanese porcelain tradition originating in Arita, Saga Prefecture, with a history of more than 400 years. Known for its refined white porcelain, delicate decoration, and exceptional craftsmanship, it is one of Japan's most celebrated ceramic traditions.

Made from porcelain, Arita Ware wind chimes produce a clear, crisp and high-pitched tone. The porcelain body also allows each piece to feature beautifully detailed Japanese designs.

Why are wind chimes popular in Japan?

Japanese wind chimes, known asfurin, are a traditional symbol of summer. Their light, delicate sound is associated with cool breezes and provides a refreshing feeling during the warmer months.

Hang it somewhere it can catch a gentle breeze, such as by a window, doorway, balcony, or under the eaves.

What is a Japanese wind chime used for?

Japanese wind chimes, orfurin, are traditionally hung near windows or under the eaves, where the breeze creates a gentle, refreshing sound. They are especially associated with summer in Japan and are also enjoyed as decorative and meaningful lucky items.

In addition to its decorative purpose, this wind chime is associated with traditional Japanese wishes forgood luck, household safety, and protection from misfortune.

What does “Usuzumi Sakura” mean?

Usuzumi(薄墨) means “light ink” or “pale ink” in Japanese. Here, it describes the soft, muted grey tone that gives the delicate sakura design its calm and understated character.

What is a Katakuchi?

A katakuchi is a traditional Japanese vessel with a pouring spout. It can be used for tea, sauces, dressings and dipping broths, or simply as a small serving bowl.