根付とは巾着や印籠、財布などを帯から吊るし持ち歩くときに用いる留め具です。400年の歴史を持ちます。手のひらに収まるほどの大きさで、細かな彫刻の妙、触り心地、デザインなどによる洒落といった遊び心を楽しみます。使い込むほどに美しい色に変化し価値を増す、使う人が成長させる触れられる芸術品です。

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　Netsuke are objects used as a fasteners for items hung from the sash (obi) of traditional outfits, suchas drawstring purses (kinchaku),

small cases (inro), and wallets (saifu). The history of netsuke dates back some 400 years. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand,

these fasteners combine the wonder of intricate carvings with pleasingly tactile form and witty design; their delight with their playfulness.

Netsuke become more valuable over time, as continued use gives them a rich, beautiful hue; they are miniature works of art that mature through the user’s touch.