Miyabi Andon Bamboo Flower Vase 'Kanon'

Miyabi Andon is an official Suruga basketry producer owned by the Sugiyama family for three generations and recognized officially by the Japanese government. Their craftsmen are widely recognized for their skills and expertise, two essential qualities to produce the best Suruga basketry. 

Kanon is a unique, handcrafted vase that combines dark and highlighted bamboo colors in a carefully designed pattern. The two colors beautifully compliment any type of flower, but the case is also a beautiful object on its own that will effortlessly decorate any Japanese- or Western room.  

Suruga bamboo basketry from Shizuoka prefecture is different from most other bamboo basketry in Japan. It is unique for using round splints of bamboo without the skin being shaved off. It dates back to the beginning of the Edo period (1600 - 1868) when warriors almost exclusively made bamboo goods as a side job in more peaceful times. Being located on the highly frequented Tokaido road between Edo and Kyoto Suruga basketry became very popular as a souvenir for travelers.