Sustainable forestry practices and exceptional woodworking with K Chair series
Karimoku represents a delicate balance between meticulous Japanese craft and innovative technology, guided by a deep respect for wood and nature. Founded in 1940 with the mission of 'A happy life with wood,' Karimoku emphasizes 'high-tech and high-touch, made in Japan,' combining skilled craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing to create furniture that lasts 100+ years.
Signature$500
Stackable dining chair in Japanese oak by Swiss studio Big-Game. Up to 6 can be stacked, with a curved backrest for comfort and support. Unveiled at Milan Design Week 2012.
Signature$4,975-$7,310
References Le Corbusier's Grand Comfort with an exposed Japanese oak frame showcasing exceptional woodworking. Cushions use high-quality foam and natural feathers.
Signature$2,715-$2,915
Designed by Norm Architects for the Kinuta Collection. Combines wide armrests with a sleek dining chair aesthetic, blending Japanese and Scandinavian design sensibilities.
Signature$3,800-$5,200
By Norm Architects, dimensioned like tree branches to appear paper-thin from certain angles. Explores negative space to emphasize materials where light shines through.
$2,755-$3,910
Designed by Berlin studio Geckeler Michels. Solid Japanese oak dining or work table available in three sizes, flat-packed for easy assembly.
$3,550-$4,245
Part of the Karimoku Case Azabu Collection, designed for a specific Tokyo residence project. Features premium upholstery and meticulous oak craftsmanship.
🇯🇵 JP · $1,500-$10,000+
Maruni embodies 'Industrialized Craftsmanship' - fusing traditional Japanese woodworking with advanced manufacturing to create furniture that combines robustness with timeless design. Their philosophy centers on creating furniture that will remain fresh and vital for a hundred years.
🇫🇮 FI · $$$$
Nikari merges sustainable solid wood and masterful craftsmanship with organic modernism. It embodies 'Playful Minimalism' by celebrating tactile sovereignty—highlighting the raw beauty of natural materials and exposed wood joints. Rather than clinical minimalism, Nikari offers textured, expressive design.
🇯🇵 JP · $500-$5,000
Ariake bridges Japanese spiritual craftsmanship with Scandinavian material sensibility, creating furniture that utilizes the best of hand and machine. Founded by two factories in Morodomi, Saga prefecture, the brand embodies collaborative creation through intensive workshops where international designers and local craftsmen lived and worked together, resulting in pieces inspired by Japanese culture and urban living contexts.
🇵🇱 PL · $50-$300
Oakywood combines Japandi aesthetics with modern technology, creating workspace accessories that merge Scandinavian minimalism with Japanese simplicity. Founded by Mateusz Haberny in Poland's Tatra foothills, the brand emphasizes handcraftsmanship, FSC-certified woods, and sustainable production. Every product is hand-polished with natural oils in their Ciche workshop.
🇩🇰 DK · $1,500-$15,000+
Carl Hansen & Søn represents the pinnacle of Danish modern design, championing organic functionalism through masterful craftsmanship. The brand's philosophy centers on showing 'the inner soul of furniture through a simple and functional exterior.'
🇺🇸 US · $500-$5,000
Room & Board champions American craftsmanship and sustainable practices, creating modern furniture with clean lines rooted in Shaker, Mid-Century Modern, and Scandinavian traditions. Their design philosophy balances timeless simplicity with exceptional quality, using domestically sourced materials and supporting local artisans across the United States.