[New brand! ] Special feature on items that raise your mood from winter to spring
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12/22/23Publish
Introducing new brands that will make the sales floor gorgeous in early spring!
As we finally enter 2024, lucky bags are already on store shelves.
In this article, we will introduce 14 brands that we would like to recommend for the new year from the new brands that appeared in the goods and will make you feel good when you use them.
A vivid vessel that brightens the atmosphere of the dining table, lemonade and all-purpose seasonings that make cooking fun are now available from Hokkaido. Salon-quality hair and skincare, sustainable cosmetics and cleaners, and fashion items that boost your mood when you go outThere are a variety of brands that decorate the sales floor in early spring.
Why don't you send out the excitement of renewing familiar things for the coming spring from the storefront?
On the spring table
▼iroikoi
Dishwasher and microwave oven-safe Yamanaka lacquerware to brighten the dining table
"iroikoi" is a brand that handles gorgeous lacquerware produced in Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City.A beautiful gradation decorated with spray painting that can only be done with Yamanaka lacquerwareEach piece is carefully finished by craftsmen.
The spring recommendation is the "Tsurusenkei" series, which expresses the beauty of the river valley that flows along the Yamanaka Onsen.Since it is lacquerware, it is light and easy to hold, and it is safe for children to use. The gorgeous colors are sure to stand out in the store.
Since the launch of the brand in 2022, we have been actively developing POP UP at the Tokyo International Gift Show, as well as at galleries in local Yamanaka Onsen and department stores around the country. We are spreading the charm of Yamanaka lacquerware in Japan and overseas.
▼ North Farm Stock
A natural brand that delivers pure deliciousness unique to Hokkaido
"North Farm Stock" is a natural brand from Hokkaido born from the desire to deliver the pure deliciousness unique to Hokkaido.
All products made in collaboration with local farmersIt is made with an original recipe that we are particular about.
"Hokkaido Honey Lemonade" was born from fragrant honey and Sicilian lemonSparkling lemonade. A relaxing drink for adults with a modest sweetness and a refreshing taste that is addictive to drink, looks refreshing and is perfect for toasting.
It is popular with a wide range of age groups, and since it is a single-drink size, it is a perfect item for a small gift. It is also available at the shop in Nozo Hotel, which opened in Furano on December 19th.
▼ Horiyama Raku Shoten
Original craft seasoning based on natural ingredients from Hokkaido
"Horiyama Raku Shoten" is a brand that manufactures and sells original craft seasonings. Carefully selected in Hokkaido, which is rich in natureProduced using seasonal ingredients and sticking to manufacturing methods that do not use additives or preservativesIt does.
"Natural Garlic Pickled in Oil"Natural garlic soaked in olive oil with cheese and walnutsIt is an additive-free seasoning with a flavorful taste.
A versatile seasoning that is delicious when combined with grilled vegetables, spread on toast, mixed with pasta, or used as a condiment for soba noodles and udon noodles in a Western-style wayTherefore, it is an item that is active in various scenes of the year-end and New Year dining table.
It is attracting attention not only from those who like to cook and drink, but also from restaurants.
▼100zen Sea Salt
Salt that allows you to taste "the sea itself" that sticks to the traditional manufacturing method
The salt workshop of "100zen Sea Salt" is located on a peninsula overlooking Aburatani Bay at the western end of Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
It is made by sticking to the traditional manufacturing method in this area suitable for salt making,Salt, which is made from seawater over a period of two weeks, brings out the flavor of the ingredients.
Because you can bring out the original flavor of ingredients with simple dishes,It will make a simple and gentle meal that heals excessive eating and drinking during the year-end and New Year holidays.
It is supported by many people, such as those who want to choose foods that are good for the body, those who are interested in nature life, and those who are particular about delicious food, and it is also used by long-established inns and restaurants in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
▼ Aotsu
Plenty of dietary fiber, 100% Moroheiya vegetable grains
"Aobashi" is a brand that handles 100% working dietary fiber Moroheiya vegetable grain "Aobashi". It contains the idea of "May your loved ones be healthy and energetic for a long time."
The raw material of "Aobashi" is only Moroheiya, and no additives are used.Taking advantage of the stickiness of Moroheiya, it is hardened and granulated by pressure alone.You can easily take dietary fiber, which is useful for inner care.
It is chosen by those who are highly health-conscious, those who are interested in intestinal activity, and those who want to incorporate natural products. When you tend to run out of vegetables after eating out, it is a recommended item as a talisman on the dining table.
A new scent in a new year
▼ennic
Salon-quality natural, fermented, hair and skin cosmetics
"ennic" is a brand that develops salon-quality hair care and skin care items that are friendly to people and the earth and do not compromise on beauty.
Returning to Earth with high biodegradabilityA yeast fermented extract called "Sohorohasu"By using the product, we try to create products that are gentle on the beauticians' hands and the user's scalp.
The popular "Shampoo LB" was created so that you can enjoy the design on your way home from the salon for as long as possibleAmino acid-based shampooAre.It is popular for its rich lather and stress-free comfort that does not squeak and does not get tangled when washing.
It is scented with natural essential oils that are in harmony with lavender and bergamot peel, so it is popular for its refreshing and relaxing feeling.
It is a recommended item for care at home during the busy year-end and New Year holidays.
▼Flavor Life
100% natural essential oils with a focus on quality
"Flavor Life" is a brand that aims to create a living environment that makes people smile through aromatherapy. The essential oils we handle are:100% all-natural ingredients.We strive to develop products that pursue not only the balance of fragrance but also function, and when combined with blended essential oils,We have about 150 kinds of essential oils.
On Instagram, we introduce recommended essential oils every month, so it is easy for even aroma beginners to incorporate aromas into their daily care, which can be useful for tips on choosing products.
It is a popular brand that has transactions with aromatherapy salons, massage salons, acupuncture and moxibustion clinics, beauty salons, beauty salons, select shops, and general stores, and is used not only for sales in stores but also for commercial use.
▼MAITRE SAVON DE MARSEILLE
Marseille soap born in France, which is gentle on the skin and the environment
"MAITRE SAVON DE MARSEILLE" is a lifestyle brand developed by a long-established soap manufacturer.
The popular "Sabon de Provence" is a fragrance soap that enjoys a palm oil-based scent.The natural moisturizing ingredient glycerin moisturizes the skin after washing. As it is in the packageYou can put it in your closet and enjoy the scent, and it is also popular as a guest soap, so it is an item that will be appreciated as a small giftAre.
It is sold not only in its home country of France, but also in Thailand and Malaysia. It is a brand that is highly supported by natural-minded people who prefer skin-friendly things, those who are environmentally conscious, and those who seek a simple lifestyle.
▼Lequeios
A series of moon peach cosmetics that focuses on Okinawa's native species
"Lequeios" is developing organic cosmetics items using moon peaches.
The visually gorgeous "Lequeios Laurel Gold Leaf Lotion"Only bay peaches and edible gold leaf are used, and no chemical synthetics are used. A pure lotion that makes full use of the flowers, leaves, and stems of bay peaches, which can be expected to have a skin-beautifying effect, and is distilled without using a single drop of waterAre.
The refreshing scent unique to plants will refresh your mood.
It is a brand that is attracting attention from people who are oriented toward organic and natural, and people with sensitive skin are also pleased that the ingredients are simple and easy to understand.
Start the year sustainably
▼Rulie
Clean beauty cosmetics item that does not compromise on environmental issues or cuteness
"Rulie" pursues the products you really want.A cosmetics brand that aims to realize "clean × kawaii".
"First Clean Beauty Eyeshadow Pared" is the first product of the product that contains the idea of "wanting to be kind to myself, the global environment, and society, but not sacrificing 'cute'".
Many chemically synthesized products have been used in cosmetics in the past.Rulie's pallets are paraben-free and microplastic-free.The package can also be refilled so that it can be used repeatedly.
Many mothers and daughters share and use it, and it is popular for its cute color and large glitter.
There are many people who buy it in agreement with the brand's thoughts, and it is a brand that is attracting attention now.
▼wash-U
Sustainable cleaner with zero impact on the environment, people, and living things
"wash-U" is a brand that handles cleaners that do not use surfactants and have zero impact on the environment, people, and living things.
The cleaner is 99.83% pure water and 0.17% potassium carbonate only.Super alkaline ionized water has the same cleaning effect as detergents containing surfactants, so it neutralizes dirt and cleans it.You can:
In additionSterilization of viruses and bacteria, deodorization of odors such as sweat and ammoniaIt is also possible.
It does not contain surfactants and does not contain alcohol, so it is safe for children and pets to lick.
It is an item that has been well received by people in a wide range of industries, such as specialty stores selling by weight, select shops that handle environmentally friendly products, outdoor shops, pet stores, nursery schools, and nursing homes.
▼booco
A hardcover notebook diary filled with careful handwork and excitement
"booco" is a brand that handles stationery that is as warm and considerate as hand-knitted bokko gloves. Taking advantage of the technology, the books are bound by hand one by one. In order to reduce losses, we reduce inventory and provide high-quality items.
The goods areAll hardcover materialsNotebook Diary. It can be stored for a long time, and it will become a picture even if you read it again or put it on your bookshelf.
The "Hokkaido Window Series" features silhouettes of Hokkaido animals.A playful design that has been cut out.
Many people buy it at the beginning of the year or in a new life, and recently it is also popular as a gift.
For a spring outing
▼E Thread
High-quality neckwear from Yokohama with a wide variety of designs
"E Thread" is a neckwear brand that has been making high-quality scarves and stoles that match the needs of customers for 30 years.
We produce items using various fabrics such as Japan silk technology, Chinese cashmere, Indian hand embroidery, and European design threads.There is a wide variety of items, so it is popular if you can always find your favorite one.
"Wool Large Format Check Stole"A large stole made of 100% wool with plenty of elasticity and moisture retention.As a stall, of course,Large enough to be a lap throwSo if you have one, it will be useful in various situations.
Currently, it is a trade item at specialty stores, department stores, station buildings, etc., and is preferred by people of all ages who like fashion and are looking for high-quality items.
▼BonSai
A bag that makes you want to go out with a playful spirit in simplicity
"BonSai" is a brand that develops products while valuing the aesthetic sense of bonsai, which creates infinite expanse in a small space and creates a new landscape.
The "Baguette" series is a retro 2-way bag with a simplified design from the Boston bag.By changing the strap, you can enjoy changing the style from a handbag to a diagonal hanging, and a sense of size that can hold essential items firmlyis popular.
The elegant and elegant design is a versatile item that is easy to match with any fashion, so it is just the right size for a little outing.
It is attracting attention from women in their 20s ~ 40s, and is attracting attention from those who want to share their coordination through SNS and blogs and enjoy it as a fashion accent.
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Whether you've seen a brand you've seen before or a brand you're seeing for the first time, take this opportunity to try it out!
Brands featured in this article
iroikoi
Toward an era of increasing diversity in life, Yamanaka-painted lifestyle brands accentuate the space of your room with the colors of wabi-sabi with kindness and gorgeousness.
North Farm Stock
North Farm Stock contains the idea of "brewing delicious food from Hokkaido". We are particular about the original recipe, and everything from bottling to shipping is done with our own hands.
Horiyama Raku Shoten
Manufacture and wholesale of Hokkaido's original craft seasonings and food products based on natural ingredients from Hokkaido, which is rich in nature
100zen Sea Salt
Taste the sea itself "100 ZEN Sea Salt"
As the seasons change, so does the sea.
Please enjoy the salt that was born by facing nature.
Aotsu
"Aobashi" is 100% Moroheiya
It contains a well-balanced balance of two dietary fibers, water-soluble and insoluble, and has plenty of nutrients and more than 36 kinds of nutrients
You can easily take dietary fiber
ennic
Frog. Over. Born.
Natural, Fermented, Hair & Skin Cosmetics Enic
Hair care and skin care that is kind to people and the earth, and does not compromise on beauty, is packed with the commitment and thoughts of a hairdresser.
Flavor Life
"Creating a living environment that makes people smile through aromatherapy"
Through essential oils, which are gifts from nature, we are a company that aims to create a healthy living environment and smiles for people.
MAITRE SAVON DE MARSEILLE
It's something you use every day, so it's kind to your body and the environment. It is a brand that has been proposing a simple and ecological lifestyle for more than 100 years.
Lequeios
The Ryukyu Dynasty, the land of beauty and longevity. A plant that has been carefully passed down since ancient times "moon peach".
It is a truly organic product that can be used by people with sensitive skin or skin concerns.
Rulie
I don't want to sacrifice "kawaii" in the pursuit of "clean".
Rulie's goal is to create clean products that will touch the hearts of young people like never before.
wash-U
wash-U is a water that is friendly to both people and the environment.
Redesign the habit of cleaning, sterilization, and deodorization.
It is a brand that solves environmental and social issues.
booco
Like hand-knitted "bokko gloves", "booco" is a stationery that warms everyone's life just a little bit as a "warm and considerate stationery".
E Thread
It is a neckwear brand made by a specialized manufacturer that matches the needs of customers with the accumulation of abundant knowledge and design that has been making scarves and stoles in the port city of Yokohama for 30 years.
BonSai
By The Water, Be A BonSai. The design is based on a natural and relaxed concept, and the casual playfulness shines through, making you want to use it for light outings.
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