About The Kogei Shop
The Kogei Shop is a destination for Japanese artisanal tableware and home goods designed for the modern home. Pronounced koh-gay, "kōgei" in Japanese refers to the art of everyday living — where beauty is found in craftsmanship, design, and purpose. 

We collaborate with artisans across Japan to curate a collection of handmade, one-of-a-kind pieces that marry beauty and utility.  Our selection spans new (and, coming soon - vintage) works, blending Japanese artistry with a modern sensibility. Each timeless piece honors the art of slow living and celebrates the quotidian.

In today’s fast-paced, digital, and increasingly disconnected world, we believe that finely crafted objects can ground us in the present and enrich life’s simple moments—like sharing a meal with loved ones at home.  Much like knowing where your food comes matters, understanding who made the objects you use weaves humanity, warmth, and appreciation into the daily rituals that have sustained us for centuries.

Our mission is to imbue beauty, joy, and meaning into the everyday while supporting the art of local craftspeople.

From Our Founder
Growing up, I loved being at the table my grandma and mom created for our family and guests, with delicious home cooked dishes served in beautiful tableware over lively conversations. No matter how big or small, formal or casual the gathering, those meal times were feasts for my senses - the aroma and savor of the meal, appealing tableau of everyday staples dinnerware with seasonal and special occasion pieces, and interesting exchanges of ideas. It's an experience I have sought to recreate with my own friends and family over the years.  

I also started buying and collecting ceramics from a young age, often as gifts and souvenirs from trips around the world.  Over the past 10 years, I visited many local kilns and potters across Japan whose work isn't easily accessible outside of the country, adding to my personal collection and often mixing it with contemporary and vintage Scandinavian pieces. 

So, after a 20+ year grind in the corporate world, I decided to launch The Kogei Shop. It was born from my Japanese and American bicultural upbringing, my belief in the grounding power of your own community, and my love of design and objects that are both beautiful and practical. I hope these pieces find a place in your home and bring joy to the everyday moments that make it uniquely yours.