Keep it long, treasure it long.

At the beginning of a refreshing year

Every New Year, Kagami mochi is displayed at the entrance of the house. Eating mochi with the whole family at Kagami-biraki is one of the joys of New Year, but the downside of Kagami mochi made from real mochi is that it cannot be stored for long. So, many people consider buying plastic container Kagami mochi at supermarkets because it is something that needs to be replaced every year, but they look a little plain and hesitate to buy it.

We would like to introduce you to a [special order] Hinoki Kagami mochi, which was created with the desire to have the same thing cherished and loved every year, and to have the changes in color and scratches that make it a part of the family's life. This wooden Kagami mochi is recommended for those looking for a Kagami mochi that can be used for a long time, not just for the year.

And the special part that is unique to this Kagami mochi is the walnut bucket. It was made so that it can be displayed for a long time, not just during the New Year season, and if you place it in place of the orange, the Kagami mochi will transform into a cute snowman. Enjoy adding it to your interior decor from Christmas before the New Year.

All wood, even the core of the leaf

With a smooth and gentle touch, the scent of hinoki wafts through the air as soon as you open the box. The plump shape of the [Special Order] Hinoki Kagami Mochi is made by hollowing out wood using the same method used to make SONOBE's popular item, the "Meiboku Bowl." Because it is bowl-shaped, it can be stored like a nest. Another nice point is that it reduces storage space during the off-season.

The [Special Order] Hinoki Kagami Mochi is adorable and will make both children and adults smile, and will fit in well not only in the entranceway or Japanese-style room, but also in a Scandinavian-style sideboard or a shelf displaying your favorite miscellaneous goods. This is thanks to the shape of the base on which the Kagami Mochi is placed. Sonobe Sangyo came up with the idea to make the base octagonal, a little more Western-style, instead of square, so that it fits well with modern interiors.

In addition, it is recommended for homes with pets as it cannot be eaten by mistake.

All materials are domestically produced wood. Five types of wood are used to express each color: Hinoki for the rice cake, Zelkova for the orange, Magnolia for the leaves, Sakura for the base, and Walnut for the newly created bucket. Hinoki for the rice cake is a tree that only grows in parts of Japan and Taiwan, and has long been used as a sacred tree in Japan at shrines and temples such as Horyuji Temple and Ise Grand Shrine. It is durable and has good moisture and water resistance. It also has an insect repellent effect and prevents the growth of bacteria, making it a suitable material for decorations that are stored for a long period of time during the off-season. The cushioning material is "hinoki chips" made from scraps. This is an initiative unique to SONOBE, which has the motto of "using wood efficiently, without waste, until it returns to the earth," and is imbued with the desire to not waste wood.

Manufacturing that makes you feel Japanese wood in your daily life

The products made by Odawara woodworker Sonobe Sangyo are 100% Japanese products, made from Japanese wood, and are produced by Japanese craftsmen in their own Japanese factory, from wood processing to painting and finishing. While also focusing on research and development of new designs, they are also a group of craftsmen who carry out handiwork using thinned wood, curved wood, and offcuts made from beautiful Japanese wood. Sonobe Sangyo Co., Ltd. aims to create products with a good texture that can be used comfortably every day in your daily life.

▼There is also a video! Enjoy watching the sounds made by the wood.