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data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, 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Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, including salmon, flounder, swordfish, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnnounced the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on for some time as “Ken-chan Bear”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan\u003e*This product is currently on sale in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e \n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"5 \/ 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charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa 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an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving 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Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started 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data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Creator-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, including salmon, flounder, swordfish, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnnounced the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on for some time as “Ken-chan Bear”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and was used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an indispensable dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard labor involved in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation conditions and the amount of lime water used during the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy hand-dying each piece using indigo produced using a method that has been passed down from ancient times and carefully repeating the washing process, each piece has a unique texture and expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. It has a different depth. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be the color of a deep culture similar to the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheaply available chemically synthesized indigo became popular, fewer people were engaged in the labor-intensive work of indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware of the following as it is a characteristic of the product before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there may be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions as a result of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the biggest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color due to water or friction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please store in a place that is not exposed to sunlight as it can easily get sunburned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is currently on sale in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 1 \/ Free","offer_id":47348430111024,"sku":null,"price":69300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20240102_25.jpg?v=1704272583"},{"product_id":"kenjisato_r2","title":"Kenji Sato \"Crawling Bear (Ryukyu Aizome)\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"Crawling Bear (Ryukyu Aizome)\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W19cm H10.5cm D11.5cm\u003cbr\u003e Material: China \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Creator-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, including salmon, flounder, swordfish, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnnounced the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on for some time as “Ken-chan Bear”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and was used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an indispensable dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard labor involved in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation conditions and the amount of lime water used during the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy hand-dying each piece using indigo produced using a method that has been passed down from ancient times and carefully repeating the washing process, each piece has a unique texture and expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. It has a different depth. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be the color of a deep culture similar to the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheaply available chemically synthesized indigo became popular, fewer people were engaged in the labor-intensive work of indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware of the following as it is a characteristic of the product before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there may be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions as a result of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the biggest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color due to water or friction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please store in a place that is not exposed to sunlight as it can easily get sunburned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is currently on sale in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 2 \/ Free","offer_id":47348434174256,"sku":null,"price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20240102_18.jpg?v=1704273323"},{"product_id":"kenjisato_r3","title":"Kenji Sato \"Sitting Bear(Ryukyu Aizome)\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"Sitting Bear (Ryukyu Aizome)\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W14.2cm H19.5cm D13.5cm\u003cbr\u003e Material: Yellowfin tuna\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Creator-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, including salmon, flounder, swordfish, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnnounced the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on for some time as “Ken-chan Bear”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and was used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an indispensable dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard labor involved in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation conditions and the amount of lime water used during the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy hand-dying each piece using indigo produced using a method that has been passed down from ancient times and carefully repeating the washing process, each piece has a unique texture and expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. It has a different depth. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be the color of a deep culture similar to the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheaply available chemically synthesized indigo became popular, fewer people were engaged in the labor-intensive work of indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there may be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions as a result of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the biggest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color due to water or friction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please store in a place that is not exposed to sunlight as it can easily get sunburned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is currently on sale in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Creator-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, including salmon, flounder, swordfish, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnnounced the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on for some time as “Ken-chan Bear”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan\u003e*This product is currently on sale in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e \n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" 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carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bears he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan 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The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo manufacturing process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of lime water to use in the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dye created using traditional methods and washed carefully over and over again to create a unique texture and a different depth of expression for each piece that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with a depth like the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. 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The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo manufacturing process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of lime water to use in the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dye created using traditional methods and washed carefully over and over again to create a unique texture and a different depth of expression for each piece that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with a depth like the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheap synthetic indigo became widespread, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e For more information about RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware that the following are product characteristics before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Since natural wood is hand-dyed, there are individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Since it is easily sunburned, please store it in a place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 5 \/ Free","offer_id":48256986087728,"sku":null,"price":69300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20240427_1.jpg?v=1714203512"},{"product_id":"kenjisato_r6","title":"Kenji Sato \"Mask Sen (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \" \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMasksen\u003c\/span\u003e \"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Author: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W9.5cm H12cm D5.3cm\u003cbr\u003e Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSen (cork)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo manufacturing process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of lime water to use in the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dye created using traditional methods and washed carefully over and over again to create a unique texture and a different depth of expression for each piece that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with a depth like the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheap synthetic indigo became widespread, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e For more information about RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware that the following are product characteristics before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Since natural wood is hand-dyed, there are individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Since it is easily sunburned, please store it in a place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e \n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 6 \/ Free","offer_id":48257054572848,"sku":"","price":24200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20240427_12.jpg?v=1714213229"},{"product_id":"kenjisato_r7","title":"Kenji Sato \"Handstand Bear (Ryukyu Indigo)\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"Handstand Bear Sokai (Ryukyu Aizome)\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido \u003cbr\u003eSize: \u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003eW15.2cm H27.5cm D13cm\u003cbr\u003e Material: Sophora\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Creator-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is an active master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who has celebrated his 50th anniversary as a wood carver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood and creating numerous works since he was 22 years old, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The products are mainly made of cute, abstract wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan bears.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The carved wooden bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of the tree), and each piece has a different expression, allowing you to feel the warmth and dynamism of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1950 Born in Furano City, the village of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973 Studied under his brother Noriaki, founder of “Satokuma”\u003cbr\u003e 1985 Independent creative wood carving company Sato established in Asahikawa City\u003cbr\u003e 1996 Started carving owls using a unique method.\u003cbr\u003e 2002 Focusing on fish, he responds to a variety of orders from his fans, including salmon, flounder, swordfish, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnnounced the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on for some time as “Ken-chan Bear”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and was used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an indispensable dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard labor involved in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation conditions and the amount of lime water used during the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBy hand-dying each piece using indigo produced using a method that has been passed down from ancient times and carefully repeating the washing process, each piece has a unique texture and expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. It has a different depth. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be the color of a deep culture similar to the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheaply available chemically synthesized indigo became popular, fewer people were engaged in the labor-intensive work of indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware of the following as it is a characteristic of the product before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there may be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions as a result of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the biggest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color due to water or friction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Please store in a place that is not exposed to sunlight as it can easily get sunburned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is currently on sale in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 7 \/ Free","offer_id":48793864405296,"sku":null,"price":99000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20240702_21.jpg?v=1719910512"},{"product_id":"kenjisato_r8","title":"Kenji Sato \"Crawling Bear Sophora (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Crawling Bear Sophora (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Kenji Sato\u003cbr\u003ePlace of Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido\u003cbr\u003eSize: W10cm H10cm D20.5cm\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Japanese pagoda tree\u003cbr\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of his work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bears he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo manufacturing process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of lime water to use in the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dye created using traditional methods and washed carefully over and over again to create a unique texture and a different depth of expression for each piece that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with a depth like the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheap synthetic indigo became widespread, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e For more information about RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware that the following are product characteristics before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Since natural wood is hand-dyed, there are individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Since it is easily sunburned, please store it in a place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 8 \/ Free","offer_id":48793899401520,"sku":null,"price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20240702_1.jpg?v=1719910844"},{"product_id":"kenjisato_r9","title":"Kenji Sato \"Crawling Bear Sophora (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Crawling bear, Enju\" by Kenji Sato\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist: Kenji Sato\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace of Origin:Asahikawa, Hokkaido\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize:W26.5cm H19cm D26cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: Japanese pagoda tree\u003cbr\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of his work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bears he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. 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However, as time passed and cheap synthetic indigo became widespread, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e For more information about RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware that the following are product characteristics before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・Since natural wood is hand-dyed, there are individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Please note that indigo-dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Since it is easily sunburned, please store it in a place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo 9 \/ 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data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he became independent and established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he became independent and established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Free","offer_id":49331481805104,"sku":null,"price":66000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20241210_44.jpg?v=1733823446"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-子背負いシャケ持ち岩登り熊-槐","title":"Kenji Sato \"Rock-climbing Bear with a Baby on His Back and a Salmon on His Back, Soga\"","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\"\u003e\"Rock-climbing bear with baby on its back and salmon, Sophora japonica\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W22cm H38cm D25cm\u003cbr\u003e material:\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Sophora japonica\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he became independent and established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49522140315952,"sku":null,"price":198000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20250211_33.jpg?v=1739255991"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-シャケ持ち熊-シナ-琉球藍染","title":"Kenji Sato \"Salmon-holding Bear China (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Salmon-holding Bear China (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: \u003cspan\u003eKenji Sato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W13cm H24cm D19cm\u003cbr\u003e Material: Shina 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Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he became independent and established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo manufacturing process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of lime water to use in the manufacturing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dye created using traditional methods and washed carefully over and over again to create a unique texture and a different depth of expression for each piece that cannot be expressed with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with depth like the beautiful ocean of Okinawa. However, as time passed and cheap synthetic indigo became widespread, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information about RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u0026lt;Please be aware that the following are product characteristics before purchasing\u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Since natural wood is hand-dyed, there are individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. 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century.\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The museum also features valuable photographs of large-scale works from the past that differ from his current style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRelease date: January 31, 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePrice: 3,800 yen (including 10% tax)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSize: Approx. 21.5x15.5x1.8 \/ 160 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePublisher: Vada, ROOMS\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e​\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 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\u003c\/span\u003eIndependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, salmon of course\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlatfish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49768228127024,"sku":null,"price":176000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20250503_27.jpg?v=1746249791"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-熊の手-槐","title":"Kenji Sato \"Bear's Paw, Sophora japonica\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Bear's Paw\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSophora \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ejaponica\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: Kenji \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW14cm H33cm D10.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSophora\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ejaponica\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e​\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ewas 22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross-section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Satou Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his elder brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, salmon of course\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlatfish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49768243691824,"sku":null,"price":165000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20250503_18.jpg?v=1746249749"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-シャケ-神代木","title":"Kenji Sato \"Salmon God Tree\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\"Kamiyogi \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: Kenji \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW12cm H52cm (\u003c\/span\u003e head to tail \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e) D6cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material: Shindai wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e​\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ewas 22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross-section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Satou Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his elder brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, salmon of course\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlatfish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49768247558448,"sku":null,"price":220000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20250503_36.jpg?v=1746249385"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-這い熊-シナ1","title":"Kenji Sato \"Crawling Bear China\"","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\"\u003e\"Creamy Bear China\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Origin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W8cm H12cm D15.5cm\u003cbr\u003e Material: Shina\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he became independent and established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The focus of their work is on cute, abstract wooden carvings of bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The wooden carvings of bears are created by calculating annual rings (patterns on the cross-section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Born in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e 1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003e In 1985, he became independent and established his own creative wood carving studio, Sato, in Asahikawa.\u003cbr\u003e 1996: Started carving owls using his own unique technique.\u003cbr\u003e In 2002, he started focusing on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear that he had been working on before as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan\u003e*This product is also sold in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e \n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, of course salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50376891203888,"sku":null,"price":143000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20251117_7.jpg?v=1763371661"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-這い熊-神代木","title":"Kenji Sato \"Crawling Bear Jindai Wood\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Crawling Bear\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\"Jindai Wood\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKenji\u003c\/span\u003e Sato\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW11cm H12cm D21cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material: Jindai Wood\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, of course salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50376902017328,"sku":null,"price":132000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20251117_16.jpg?v=1763371746"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-座り熊-胡桃-1","title":"Kenji Sato \"Sitting Bear Walnut\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003eSitting Bear\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewalnut \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKenji\u003c\/span\u003e Sato\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW17cm H22cm D13cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material: Walnut \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, of course salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Free","offer_id":50376920006960,"sku":null,"price":143000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20251117_43.jpg?v=1763372292"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-座り熊-槐-2","title":"Kenji Sato \"Sitting Bear, Sophora japonica  L.\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003eSitting Bear \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSophora japonica L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKenji\u003c\/span\u003e Sato\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW13.5cm H17cm D13cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material:\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSophora japonica \u0026nbsp;L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been 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salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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class=\"s1\"\u003eW8cm H14cm D8cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material:\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSophora japonica \u0026nbsp;L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, of course salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Free","offer_id":50376982102320,"sku":null,"price":88000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20251117_24.jpg?v=1763371806"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-熊の手-槐-1","title":"Kenji Sato \"Bear's Paw, Sophora japonica L.\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"Bear's Paw Sophora japonica L.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKenji\u003c\/span\u003e Sato\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW11cm H3cm D18cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material:\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSophora japonica L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, of course salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e *This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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\u003cspan\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr\u003eHe is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr\u003eThe company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr\u003eThe wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003eIn 1985, he became independent and established Sato, a creative wood carving studio, in Asahikawa City.\u003cbr\u003e1996: Around this time, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques.\u003cbr\u003eIn 2002, he focused on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of limewater to use during the production stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dyes created using traditional methods, and then carefully washed repeatedly, resulting in a unique texture and a unique depth of expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with the depth of Okinawa's beautiful ocean. However, with the spread of inexpensive synthetic indigo over time, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there will be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Please note that indigo dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-It is susceptible to sunburn, so please store it in a place away from sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo11 \/ Free","offer_id":50444388172080,"sku":null,"price":165000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20251220_16.jpg?v=1766306311"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-逆立ち熊-シナ-琉球藍染","title":"Kenji Sato \"Upside-Down Bear Shina (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\"Handstand Bear Shina (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W11cm H23.5cm D8cm\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Shina\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003eIn 1985, he became independent and established Sato, a creative wood carving studio, in Asahikawa City.\u003cbr\u003e1996: Around this time, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques.\u003cbr\u003eIn 2002, he focused on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of limewater to use during the production stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dyes created using traditional methods, and then carefully washed repeatedly, resulting in a unique texture and a unique depth of expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with the depth of Okinawa's beautiful ocean. However, with the spread of inexpensive synthetic indigo over time, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there will be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Please note that indigo dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-It is susceptible to sunburn, so please store it in a place away from sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info_block\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"prd_opt_table\" class=\"product_option_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Ryukyu Indigo12 \/ Free","offer_id":50444420809008,"sku":null,"price":132000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20251220_28.jpg?v=1766306102"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-座り熊-シナ-琉球藍染-1","title":"Kenji Sato \"Sitting Bear Shina (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\"Sitting Bear, Shina (Ryukyu Indigo Dye)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_exp container_section clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAuthor: Kenji Sato\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Kenji Sato)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Asahikawa, Hokkaido Size: W9cm H13cm D9.5cm\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Shina\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDyeing: Ryukyu indigo dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-Maker-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his 50th anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was 22 years old and has created numerous works, and will turn 73 in 2023.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings (patterns on the cross section of wood), and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in 1950 in Furano, the home of lavender\u003cbr\u003e1973: Studied under Noriaki, the brother of the founder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cbr\u003eIn 1985, he became independent and established Sato, a creative wood carving studio, in Asahikawa City.\u003cbr\u003e1996: Around this time, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques.\u003cbr\u003eIn 2002, he focused on fish, and responded to the various requests of his fans, including salmon, flounder, sculpin, and deep-sea fish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRYUKYU INDIGO (Ryukyu indigo dyeing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRyukyu indigo, which has been cultivated in Okinawa since ancient times and used as a dye for indigo dyeing, is an essential dye for Okinawan dyeing and weaving. The cultivation method is harsh, and in order to grow high-quality indigo leaves, thorough cultivation management and techniques are required, as well as strong physical and mental strength to withstand the hard work in the indigo production process. In addition, many years of experience and hard work are required to determine the fermentation state and the amount of limewater to use during the production stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach piece is dyed by hand using indigo dyes created using traditional methods, and then carefully washed repeatedly, resulting in a unique texture and a unique depth of expression that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes. Ryukyu indigo can be said to be a cultural color with the depth of Okinawa's beautiful ocean. However, with the spread of inexpensive synthetic indigo over time, fewer people are engaged in the time-consuming work of dyeing indigo.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e For more information on RYUKYU INDIGO, please see below.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southstore-online.com\/blogs\/feauture\/ryukyu-indigo-dyed\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout RYUKYU INDIGO\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e・As the natural wood is hand-dyed, there will be individual differences.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease enjoy the uneven color transitions that are the texture of natural dyeing. The unique unevenness is the greatest feature that cannot be achieved with chemical dyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Please note that indigo dyed products may transfer color if exposed to water or rubbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e-It is susceptible to sunburn, so please store it in a place away from sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e*This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"product_info_block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_option_table\" id=\"prd_opt_table\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SOUTH 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class=\"s1\"\u003ejaponica\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative Wood Carving\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas established in Asahikawa City. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1996\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrom this time on, he began carving owls using his own unique techniques. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFocusing on fish, of course salmon\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlounder\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSculpin\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edeep-sea fish\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eResponding to various requests from his fans \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe released the roughly cut carved bear he had been working on as \"Ken-chan Bear.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e*This product is also available in stores, so it may already be sold out by the time you place your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePlease be aware of this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTH STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50762041360688,"sku":null,"price":132000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/4650\/1680\/files\/20260213_53.jpg?v=1771053906"},{"product_id":"佐藤憲治-座り熊-埋もれ木","title":"Kenji Sato \"Sitting Bear, God Tree\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"Sitting Bear, Shindaigi\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Author: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKenji\u003c\/span\u003e Sato\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKenji \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin: Hokkaido\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsahikawa\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Size: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eW9cm H13.5cm D10cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Material: Buried wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Maker-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Kenji Sato is a master sculptor from Asahikawa, Hokkaido, who is currently celebrating his \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50th\u003c\/span\u003e anniversary as a woodcarver.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e He is a sculptor who has been working with wood since he was \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e years old and has created numerous works, and will turn \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e73\u003c\/span\u003e in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The company mainly produces abstract and cute wooden carved bears with beveled edges, affectionately known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e Ken-chan Bear. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The wooden carved bears are created by calculating the annual rings \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e patterns on the cross section of wood \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e , and each one has a different expression, making them works that allow you to feel the warmth and dynamism of wood. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1950\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Furano, the home of lavender \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounder of \"Sato Kuma\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStudied under his older brother Noriaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eindependence\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSato Creative 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