Master Veneer Craft from Tokushima

Founded in 1953 in the historic woodworking hub of Tokushima, Japan, Mori Kougei has spent over 70 years perfecting the intricate art of Tsuki-Ita—the application of micro-thin, paper-like slices of natural wood veneer. Now guided by third-generation craftsmanship, the studio treats wood grain not merely as a material, but as a living canvas of natural art.

While wood is inherently beautiful, Mori Kougei elevates it through generations of inherited knowledge. By meticulously reading the character of over 90 wood species, their artisans arrange, piece, and combine varying grains and tones into breathtaking geometric patterns—including their signature radiant Kōsen-bari (sunburst) technique.

At ARJ Los Angeles, we believe that surrounding yourself with natural wood enriches the home, grounding daily life with warmth and quiet luxury. Mori Kougei’s collection of functional art objects—from shifting light-reflective trays to deeply lustrous lacquer plates—brings that timeless serenity directly to your table.