Japanese homeware
Kakumei
Japanese homeware, selected in Japan and imported directly by us. James visits Japan to choose what we carry.
On the table this week
From the bench
Stories and guides
A short way into the makers, techniques and care behind what we sell.
Stories
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Kakumei in Braddon
A small Japanese homeware shop in Braddon, run by the same person behind Knives & Stones.
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A day at the Satsuma Kiriko factory
What I saw on one afternoon at the Satsuma Kiriko factory in Kagoshima, and what we carry from it.
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Three Edo Kiriko workshops in Tokyo
What I saw across two Tokyo trips: the sandwich board outside Rinzen, the sign at Tadano, and the shelf at Haku.
The Rockers
Tableware
Direct from Japan
At Kakumei, you can find everything from plates, bowls and mugs to glass and kitchen things. We carry Edo cut glass called kiriko among other pieces. Everything is imported directly from Japan by us, and owner James visits Japan to choose what we carry.
The shop in Braddon
Unit 3, 32 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT 2612
Wednesday to Sunday, 10:30 to 4:30
Most of what is on the website is on the shelves here, so you can pick a glass up and hold it before you decide.
Photo: Cora.
Makers we buy from
