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Description

A necklace made of deep red crystal glass.
This jewelry was developed with the idea of "I want you to feel closer to Edo Kiriko," which has a strong image of glass.
It is an item that plays a leading role in coordination.
It is also recommended as a gift for celebration or as a gift for loved ones.
Please enjoy the elegant brilliance.
Information
Manufacturer | Kobayashi Glass Kogei |
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Country of origin | Tokyo, Japan |
Technique | Edo Cut Glass |
Material | Crystal glass, K10YG (chain) |
Size | Glass: D: 1.22" * W: 0.55", Chain: 17.71"(硝子部分:縦3.1*横1.4, チェーン:45cm) |
Weight | 0.01 lbs(4g) |
Capacity | 0 oz(ml) |
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Note | As it is handmade, the color may differ. |
Delivery Time | 1-2 weeks (if out of stock + 1-2 weeks) |

Brand
Bringing the beauty of glass to your daily life
Kobayashi Glass Kogei
- 1908
- Edo Glass
- Kohei Kobayashi

History
Reliable technology have been passed down for four generations
Our technology has continued from the time when the first Kikuichiro Kobayashi became a disciple of Kyosen Ohashi's grandfather to this day.
Since the first generation jumped into the world of Kiriko in 1908, we have been making Edo Kiriko to this day.
We have a track record of holding it in the National Museum of Modern Art and delivering it to the Imperial Household Agency.
We have also worked on sake sets used in the cars of "TRAIN SUITE Shikishima" and have been constantly refining our technology over the long history.
As a 4th generation, I have seen the backs of my father and grandfather since I was a child, and until I was a college student I never thought of becoming a craftsman, but naturally I chose the path of Edo Kiriko craftsman who is a family business.
I first stood in the workshop while I was in college, and after graduating I chose to be a craftsman, and then I continued to steal my father's skills with my own eyes.
As I continued my training as a craftsman, I began to feel that I want people who do not use glasses to know the charm of Edo Kiriko, and I can always wear Edo in my daily life.
I decided to make an accessory for Kiriko.
Accessories are smaller in size than glasses and require finer cutting techniques.
Also, if the weight is not light, it will be a burden.
The "tokoba jewelry" was completed by repeating such cutting methods and size adjustments.

Characteristic
"Chrysanthemum connection crest" created by delicate sculpture
Many of the patterns of Edo Kiriko are familiar to Japanese people, such as "chrysanthemum connection," "spider web," and "checkerboard." p>
Among them, the chrysanthemum connecting pattern, which we are good at, shows the appearance of a series of chrysanthemum flowers by crossing fine lines, and this fine cut has concentration and skill.
It seems that power is required and the skill of the craftsman is directly linked to the finish of the work.
Starting from carving the contours one by one by hand, one craftsman carefully performs the entire process of cutting and polishing.
When you wear it, the light hits the cut part and diffusely reflects, giving off a very beautiful shine.

For Customers
Enjoy the glass shining like a glittering jewel
I believe that traditional crafts will decline unless they change their shape according to the times.
Edo Kiriko created "tokoba jewelry" because he thought it was attractive not only as a glass or sake set.
Although it is not very familiar to Japanese people, you can add color to your daily life by incorporating the brilliance of glass into your life.
We made it so that it is light and comfortable to use while retaining the beautiful texture of glass, so please enjoy beautiful Edo Kiriko for a wide range of purposes from everyday use to party scenes.
How Japanese Products Can Be Such High Quality

The Reason Japan Can Produce So Many High-Quality Products
To put it simply, it’s because they found a way to produce exceptional products with high efficiency, resulting in surprisingly low prices.

The Japanese Drive for Perfection
The Japanese always seek perfection in both the production process and the products themselves.
As such, the Japanese production process aims to eliminate waste and inefficiencies while guaranteeing quality by having craftspeople inspect their own products and constantly strive to make improvements.

Ingenuity Stemming from the Spirit of “Omotenashi” and “Kikubari”
The Japanese excel at creating and improving things because of their devotion to the ideas of hospitality and attentiveness, known as “omotenashi” and “kikubari” respectively. These ideas push them to uncover, predict, and fulfill their customers’ every need.
This earnestness, as well as how they spare no effort when it comes to offering their customers the very best, is reflected in the products Japan produces.

Trustworthy Suppliers That Deliver On All Fronts
One product is often the result of various organizations joining forces and combining their skills and capabilities.
Japanese suppliers are known for their dedication to delivering high-quality materials, parts, and products on schedule, and it’s thanks to their efforts that Japan can produce such high-quality goods.

The Japanese Are the World’s Most Discerning and Demanding Customers
Many Japanese people have traveled and experienced shopping around the world. This has given them a much more discerning eye for judging the quality of products.
The standards of Japanese people are very high. They are finely tuned not just to the quality, safety, design, and novelty of products, but also to their visual appearance such as their packaging and wrapping.
Made-in-Japan products keep improving in quality in order to meet the rigorous standards of their domestic clientele.

Japan Is Home to Many Long-Established Companies
According to an international survey, Japan has the highest number of companies that have been established over a century ago. In fact, the grand total of 33,076 of such Japanese companies accounts for 41.3% of the total worldwide number of 80,066. The US takes second place with 19,497 companies (24.4%) and Sweden comes in third with 13,997 (17.5%).
Japan also has the highest number of companies that are more than two centuries old, being home to 1,340 such companies, which account for 65.0% of the global total of 2,051. The US takes second place with 239 companies (11.6%), Germany comes in third with 201 (9.8%), and the UK places fourth with 83 (4.0%).
So, Japan is able to produce so many high-quality goods because it’s home to the highest number of long-established companies that have been passing down their knowledge and technical prowess through the generations.
*Source: Based on data from Teikoku Databank and Bureau Van Dijk’s orbis (as of October 2019).
What Makes Traditional Japanese Crafts High Quality
Traditional crafts are the amalgamation of Japanese culture.
“Traditional crafts” is the general term used for crafts that are produced using processes and techniques that have been passed down through generations. In Japan, this includes textiles, dyed goods, ceramics, lacquerware, woodwork, washi Japanese paper, dolls, items for Buddhist rituals, and other goods that enrich our everyday lives.
Traditional crafts are associated with the concept of “the beauty of use”, which refers to products and skills that become easier to use and approach perfection the longer they come into contact with people.
Currently, it is believed that there are approximately 1,300 different types of traditional crafts in Japan.
Among these, 236 crafts have been officially designated as “traditional Japanese crafts” by the Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry (as of January 2021).
The main criteria for being recognized as a traditional Japanese craft:

Key Parts of the Production Process Must Be Done by Hand
Traditional Japanese crafts do not have to be entirely handmade, but the underlying process that brings out the product’s unique and distinctive characteristics, such as their quality, form, and design, must be handcrafted.
This guarantees that every traditional Japanese craft is, at its core, a product of human hands, meaning that its size and shape have been designed with human comfort in mind. It also makes the crafts much safer.

The Skills and Techniques Used to Make It Must Be Passed Down for Over 100 Years
The Japanese believe that a technique or a skill can only be considered reliable and complete after it’s been refined through trial and error and constant improvements by numerous craftspeople over a period of at least 100 years.
Skills are closely related to the capability of each craftsperson and precision, and they are something that an individual can refine. Techniques, on the other hand, are associated with the historical accumulation of knowledge, including everything from the selection of raw materials to the production process.
All this said, modern craftspeople don’t just mimic the techniques of the past. Rather, they’re continuously coming up with improvements and developing new ways of doing things without fundamentally changing what makes traditional Japanese crafts unique.

The Skills and Techniques Used to Make It Must Be Passed Down for Over 100 Years
As we can see, the secret to the high quality of made-in-Japan products is the drive of Japanese people for perfection, the adherence to their unique philosophy of hospitality, and their discerning eye that can’t be matched.
Traditional Japanese crafts are one level above normal made-in-Japan products, as they must also meet rigorous criteria such as being handcrafted or made using skills and techniques that have been passed down for at least a century.
Thanks to all of the above, Japanese products have become famous for their high quality all over the world.
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