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Jima

Autumn cherry blossom Pierced earrings/Clip-on earrings on Mino Washi

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Pierced earrings/Clip-on earrings of cosmos, the representative flower of autumn.

The red autumn cherry blossoms are made of Mino Washi.
The elegant look is further enhanced by the addition of gold to the mature red color.
Tortoiseshell-colored beads swing and shimmer at the tips of the autumn cherry blossoms.
As with the popular "Setsubunsou" piece, the position of the flower can be changed up and down, so it can be worn in two ways*.
Let's enjoy this year's autumn excursions with "Autumn Cherry Blossoms" finished in the colors you will miss in the fall and winter!

We have long wanted to create this autumn cherry blossom, but have been unable to do so.
By using "two colors of red" for the petals, we were able to create a simple design that is not monotonous and expresses the three-dimensionality of the flower.
The front side of the Autumn Cherry Blossom has a matte texture with fibers of Japanese paper remaining.
The back side is made of a thick layer of resin to make it smooth and strong.
If you look through it to the light, you can see the fibers of washi paper in the vivid red color, just like the fibers of real petals.

On a bright background, the red color is vivid.
On a darker background, the color becomes a deep, chic Bordeaux.
This is a work that is both "mature" and "cute" in a greedy way.

About the materials
Mino Washi (machine-made Japanese paper) produced in Gifu Prefecture is used for Akizakura.
Mino Washi is made by bleaching Kozo (paper mulberry), the raw material of Washi, using plenty of water from Nagara River, a clear stream in Gifu Prefecture, for a long time.
Mino Washi is made by pouring the blessings of Gifu into it.

Autumn cherry blossoms ... Mino Washi, resin (LED resin)
Metal fittings ... Surgical stainless steel (glass coating construction)
Size ... Overall: approx. 8 cm
Weight...Approx. 2-4g

Jima

We aim to convey the charms of Gifu Prefecture to more people and instill pride in the locals for its attractions.
With this goal in mind, we initiated our activities in 2016.

Commitment to our products:
Seki-city, where I reside, is a town with a strong tradition of swordsmithing, earning it the moniker "town of cutlery." However, over time, the number of swordsmiths has declined, and young people express sentiments like, "There is nothing in this town but cutlery."

Despite having a world-class tradition, it's becoming increasingly challenging for people to appreciate its splendor. I hope that the young individuals who will lead the next generation will come to love this town even more. Fueled by this sentiment, I took up the shears of this town to create something unique that aligns with the current times.

Since I intended to use a local tool, I selected Mino Japanese paper, a traditional craft from the neighboring town, as the cutting material. Mino Washi, still recognized as an intangible cultural heritage, is a traditional craft representative of Gifu, produced from the clear Nagara River and the rich nature of Gifu Prefecture.

Just by looking at the Mino Washi supple, damage-resistant, delicate, and beautiful, I felt thrilled. However, I had an image of Washi = old-fashioned, I strive to create a new design that overturns the conventional image of Washi and is easy to incorporate into modern life.

The sharpness of Seki's scissors is excellent, allowing them to cut through the daily changes in washi, depending on the humidity and the way the paper is made, to give it the shape I desire. The sharpness of the shears varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. The difference is evident, unlike those produced in other prefectures or inexpensive ones.

Presently, I am endeavoring to create works that enable the viewer to feel the texture of washi even more.

We will deliver works that amplify the charm of Gifu Prefecture.