Founded in 1921 in the bustling town of Nagamachi, Sendai, Oomiya Takezai Kogei has been a cornerstone of traditional Japanese bamboo craftsmanship for over 90 years. The shop began its journey by handcrafting bamboo baskets and strainers for market vendors and local farmers, serving the needs of a lively community where bamboo products were essential to daily life.

The streets of Nagamachi were once filled with traveling merchants, and bamboo items were in high demand. The founders of Oomiya Takezai Kogei would load their goods onto a rickshaw, visiting nearby farms to provide handmade bamboo baskets and other tools crucial for agricultural work. The third-generation owner, even as a child, would help push the rickshaw, learning the craft and business from his parents.

Over the decades, Oomiya Takezai Kogei has remained committed to preserving Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Today, it stands as the last remaining bamboo craft shop in Nagamachi, a testament to the enduring quality and beauty of its products. Every piece is still made from natural, domestically sourced materials and is handcrafted with the same care and precision as it was nearly a century ago. These unique bamboo products not only serve a practical purpose but also bring a touch of nature’s beauty into your home, embodying the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship.