This is a delicate series inspired by tulips that bloom in spring.

This series was also the first set of cutlery Hiro Kashihara gave his wife, which inspired him to start his career as an artist.

The deliberately worn-out design gives the table a calming atmosphere just by being there.

With your favorite novel, a cup of hot coffee, and the sunlight streaming in through the window, you might be able to create some relaxing time just for yourself that will make you sigh in relief.

Rouille

The “weathered color” that condenses the time Hiro Kashihara has devoted to cutlery, and the “muted glow” that gradually develops in the hands of its user.

At the boundary where these two times overlap—like waves meeting the shore—a subdued tone emerges. Kashihara named this finish “Rouille.”

With use, small scratches and soft tarnish appear, leaving traces of the owner’s daily life.

It is a series that embodies the idea of “Spoon You Nurture.”

Artist

Hiro Kashihara

I create small supporting characters who quietly uphold the beauty and deliciousness of the table.

My journey into cutlery making began when my wife, who loves cooking, collected beautiful tableware and cutlery. Wanting to create moments that would make her happy and to offer her beautiful tea times, I began making cutlery myself.

Since 2020, I have been working as a cutlery artist, developing a style based on the concept of “Spoon You Nurture,” using materials such as brass and nickel silver that enhance the enjoyment of aging over time.

Today, I see cutlery as a canvas, creating new works by distilling scenes and moments I find beautiful into simple forms.

The Appeal of Brass

Brass is a material traditionally used in antique tableware.
It is an alloy of copper and zinc, and typically possesses a beautiful golden luster.

In Hiro Kashihara’s work, the surface is heat-treated to create a distinctive matte, amber-toned finish. This process produces subtle shadows and depth, allowing the material’s quiet character to emerge.

The artist handcrafts each piece.
There may be differences in texture, color, shape, and size between the photograph and the piece you receive, but we hope you will enjoy each piece's unique character.