River and Forest

Our shop is an online shop specializing in handcrafted woodcraft.
As both the shop owner and a woodworker, I offer handcrafted wooden pieces, mainly tableware, created by artisans I know personally—mostly in my local area, but sometimes much farther away.
Wood has its own character—it warps, it can crack, and it is prone to staining. My friends—the artisans whose work I am honored to share—carefully observe the wood and strive to avoid these issues when possible, sometimes deliberately embracing them, and occasionally even making use of them. There is no right answer; what they create and how they create it varies depending on what they focus on. In this way, the natural character of the wood merges with the unique personality and individuality of the artisan.
I hope these handcrafted wooden pieces will become part of your everyday life.

• Our shop only sells woodwork made by Japanese artisans whom the owner trusts. Click here to learn more about the artisan.
• Daily updates are posted on Instagram ( riverandforest.jp ).
• Please read this before purchasing.