Looking for a gift that integrates the essence of art with daily life? The Museum Shop at the Hara Museum has the following recommendations for you.
Things to Make You Warm and Cozy
Edison Bulb (carbon-filament lightbulbs)
From the left: A-shape / 40w / S size 702 yen, Beacon / 40W 756 yen, Globe / 60w / M size 1,026 yen, Signature / 60w / L size 864 yen, Tubular / 60W 648 yen
The great inventor Thomas Edison is said to have used carbon filaments in his first light bulbs. In these Edison bulbs, the filaments comprise fanciful designs that give a room a retro look while bathing it in a deep, warm glow. These bulbs have three times the service life of normal incandescent light bulbs.
Sugahara Glass DUO/OLD 2,538 yen
The Sugahara is the signature product of this maker of handmade glassware. Two layers of glass of different colors give it the appearance of containing a liquid at all times. Its luxurious and solid feel is sure to make an impression on all who drink from it.
Stationary Goods That Take Monozukuri to a Higher Level
Millisecond Measure 2.0 meters 5,400 yen
Designed in collaboration with Takeda, the metal processing manufacturer of Tsubamesanjo in Niigata prefecture, this tape measure boasts the world’s highest standard in aluminum cutting technology. Adds a stylish touch to any outfit.
BENDIN 5,184 yen
A compact stainless steel pen case. Made of sheet metal that has been cut, bent and assembled to look like a mechanic’s tool box, but without the use of a single fastener. Holds 2 to 3 pens. Keep it on your desk or carry it along with your favorite writing utensils.
rainbow pencils 918 yen
These pencils are made with recycled paper in seven colors. Designed by Duncan Shotten, a British designer residing in Japan, they allow the user to create vivid rainbows each time they sharpen the pencil. Comes as a set of three pencils finished in two colors: white and black. Contains an HB lead.
Playful Ties for the Fashion-conscious
Paint Tie 12,960 yen 100% Silk
Paint Bow Tie 10,800 yen 100% Silk
This is a bow tie with a painterly look. Finely woven with the expressive power of a painting, with each color providing a different tactile feeling. Mouline yarn used in places underscores its woven quality even more.
Runners Knit Tie 12,960 yen 100% Silk
This knit wool tie is embroidered with realistic runners. Look closely at the winner crossing the goal line and you can see just how fine the details are, down to the fingers on the hand. Also available is a Baseball Tie (14,040 yen 100% silk) which depicts the image of a baseball embroidered in red.
Witty Goods That Are Sure to Make People Smile
Get Well Soon Masks 734 yen
These humorous face masks feature the mouths of various animals. Designed by the Dutch designer Samira Boon who got the idea for them while studying in Japan. If you have a friend who is feeling under the weather, why not send one along with a get-well card?
Shoeperhero 1,944 yen
This product was designed by Duncan Shotten, a British designer residing in Japan.
What appears to be the cloak on the back of a superhero is actually a shoe horn, but one designed to give the effect of the superhero zooming upward at Mach speed. The cloud-shaped base has a rubberized bottom to prevent it from scratching wood or ceramic flooring. It’s a superhero you can rely on at all times waiting for you by the door.
In addition to the above, you will find accessories, tableware, books, cards and a variety of other wonderful products at the Online Museum Shop. Be sure to drop by the Museum Shop the next time you take in a show. (All prices are inclusive of tax.)
The Museum Shop
TEL: 03-3445-2069
E-mail: shop@haramuseum.or.jp
Online shop: http://shop.haramuseum.or.jp
※ Access to the Museum Shop and cafe requires admission to the Hara Museum.
※ Depending on the settings of your monitor, the color of goods displayed may differ from the actual product.
※ Please contact the Hara Museum Shop directly by phone or email regarding products not included at the Online Shop site (Edison Bulb, Millisecond Measure, Bendin, neck ties).