Vintage Silk Kimono at Japan Objects Store
Our Mission
Japan’s artistic treasures fill its temples, galleries, and workshops, each a testament to centuries of tradition. Yet language barriers and distance can make them feel out of reach. At Japan Objects, we believe discovering Japan’s art and culture should be effortless and enriching, no matter where you are.
Our story began in 2018 as a cultural magazine, sparked by a deep love for Japan’s artisanal traditions. Today, we continue our mission to preserve Japan’s timeless arts and empower local craftspeople in three ways:
Japan Objects Store: Bringing authentic, 100% made-in-Japan crafts, clothing, and gifts directly to your home.
Curated Gifting Service: Offering a thoughtful, streamlined approach to professional and corporate gifting worldwide.
Japan Objects Magazine: Sharing the stories, techniques, and cultural meaning behind Japanese craft, design, and tradition.
Every purchase and every article directly supports these dedicated artisans, bridging the gap between heritage and the global community. We invite you to explore our store, discover our gifting service, or immerse yourself in our articles, and experience the wonder of Japan’s craftsmanship firsthand!
Hans Liu
Hans inherited an appreciation for Japanese culture from his grandmother, who grew up in Japanese-era Taiwan as a devoted student of ikebana and the tea ceremony. Hans continued his passion for the arts studying in the USA and UK, finally graduating with master’s degree in the History of Design from the Royal College of Art in London. As a writer, he contributed to numerous art and fashion publications, and worked in the Research Department at the Victoria & Albert Museum. After five years as creative director for a design label in Hong Kong, Hans is now pursuing his life-long dream of advocating for Japanese art and design!
Diccon Sandrey
Diccon's fascination with Japanese arts began when he was studying the language at university in London. Just to make things a little harder on himself, he moved to Taiwan to learn Chinese as well, graduating with a master’s degree from the University of Taiwan. For the next few years he worked in France and China for a fashion accessories brand. When not working, he divided his time between writing about design, and karaoke. Later, he moved to Tokyo to set up his own label, designing women’s travel goods. The experience of international business got him thinking about how Japan’s incredible artists could benefit from wider exposure, so Japan Objects was born to share his love of the country's exciting art scene!
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