The leather trays by Kazunaga Ota are made using the hides of wild deer and boars that have been culled primarily as a measure against wildlife damage. By dyeing the leather twice with myrobalan—a plant native to Southeast Asia that has long been used in India for dyeing monks' robes—and walnuts, a rich and nuanced brown color is achieved. (Aging process: The brown color deepens over time.)
Material : Leather
Size : 20×10.5×1.5cm
Origin: Japan
・To prevent color fading or transfer, avoid exposure to water. Additionally, keep away from direct sunlight to prevent discoloration.
・The color will gradually fade over time, but this natural aging process can be enjoyed as part of its charm.
Kazunaga Ota creates leather accessories while living in a small village in Hiroshima Prefecture. His fascination with leather began in high school when he started making bags by trial and error. He later honed his skills in workshops in Kobe and Italy, as well as at a manufacturer in Osaka. The leather he uses comes from deer and boars that are culled due to wildlife damage. The seasonal plants used to create patterns can only be harvested during limited periods of the year. Despite these constraints, he values a slow and steady approach to craftsmanship, aligning with the natural flow of time.
