Basket of world Kagoamidori

General information

さまざまな素材を使った手編みのかご、土地土地の伝統に根ざした暮らしのかごをお届けしています。

* About our name *

The Weaverbird is one of nature's master artists.
Perhaps the first people to ever weave baskets were influenced by the amazing nests woven by these birds. We named our shop KAGOAMIDORI, which means "Birds that Weave".
Our name is a respectful tribute to the loving birds that continue to weave everywhere on this earth.

KAGOAMIDORI introduces you to the rich cultures of baskets, and offers new lifestyle choices with baskets.

We have great respect for master basket weavers all over the world. They have the wisdom and ability to make use of nature's gifts, using traditional craftsmanship passed on from one generation to
another.

* Wonderful Features of Baskets *

< Low Environmental Impact >
From the harvest of the material, to production and disposal, baskets are by nature low impact to the natural environment. Many baskets are re-usable, and most of them are bio-degradable.

< Multi-Purpose, Multi-Use >
There is no rule how to make use of baskets! They serve in various needs of our everyday life.

< The more you use them, the more you love them! >
Most baskets last long with moderate care. The more you use them, the more they blend into your daily life.

< Every Basket Is Special >
Baskets come from a wide variety of materials, techniques and designs depending on the country, region or culture of origin. In addition, seasonal creations from the artisans influence and
contribute to the unique character of each basket.

< Keeping the Culture Alive >
The population of basket producers is decreasing in many parts of the world. Sustaining traditional techniques and teaching these traditions to future generations is a difficult task.
Bringing baskets into your life is one way of keeping basket culture in the world thriving and alive.

* Mission Statement of KAGOAMIDORI *

1. To share our appreciation of the functionality and beauty of natural-handmade baskets made all over the world. To share and expose the joy of life accompanied by baskets.

2. To share the knowledge of materials and techniques of baskets differing from country to country, region to region, showing the weavers' wisdom and artistry sustained through many generations. To foster
a new awareness of basket culture and education.

3. To support the social actions in the developing countries, and to actively promote fair trade products.

4. To grow and develop our store hand in hand with our customers, who are conscious of the social, cultural and spiritual richness that baskets bring into life, realizing an alternative to mass
production and mass consumption.