why work with us?
We are social entrepreneurs who are also creative catalysts. Good social cause has been our core principle since the first day of establishment of our company in 2018. We put artisans who are guarding their family craft heritage first. We are not merely merchandizers who buy products and promote them. We do not offer fancy videos or stylized photoshoots or romanticized artisan stories. We do not regurgitate buzzwords "revitalize declining crafts" just as marketing strategy. Action and result means more to us.
We dig deep into forgotten towns and meet artisans one by one, to learn their heritage and hear their challenges. We tell modest and authentic stories of these dedicated people. We build long-term relationship with artisans and help them work out taliored solutions and initiatives to sustain their craft. No cookie-cutter strategy and marketing gibberish.
Japanese gifts, craft goods wholesale, trade partnership
As a social enterprise, we are committed to sustaining heritage and reviving lost crafts in rural Japan by helping small family-run businesses and independent artisans access overseas markets and build lasting, fair partnerships. Many of our craft partners are based in remote towns, far from the visibility and resources available in Kyoto or Tokyo.
Through years of fieldwork and conversations with artisans and municipalities, we’ve learned that institutional support is often limited—and at times, counterproductive. Government agencies and craft unions may host trade events or marketing initiatives, but they frequently demand high commission fees or promotional costs that flow to metropolitan affiliates, not the makers themselves. In some cases, artisans are left with little benefit, despite investing time and resources. While no system is perfect, we believe there’s a better way: one that honors the artisan’s effort and ensures fair compensation.
If you're interested in featuring small-batch, handmade, or made-to-order products from our artisan network, we welcome your wholesale and trade inquiries.
We serve as creative catalysts for a range of collaborations, with the goal of renewing appreciation for high-quality Japanese craft and sustaining its legacy through thoughtful, ethical partnerships.
Product, Project Partnership & Collaboration
If you value goods well-made, storied craft products, and slow crafts, there is no place like Japan. With our extensive relationship with local artisans, we can partner on :
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new product R&D
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business or academic collaboration, design courses or seminars
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craft training and experiences
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publications
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handmade product trade / wholesale
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product customization
customize our craft goods as one-of-a-kind corporate gifts from Japan
Logo engraving & prototyping
customize our craft goods as one-of-a-kind corporate gifts from Japan
Kintsugi Workshops, Travel Workshops
We noticed the kintsugi craft is gaining popularity globally and it has been challenging for overseas advocates to get authentic and professional instructions in English. We want to promote and preserve the authenticity of kintsugi and lacquer craft and be connected to those who shares the value and passion to learn.
We can host customized online or physical workshops. We can travel to you, bringing with us knowledge and authentic materials from Japan, to run kintsugi learning sessions for overseas crafts organizations, educational organizations, private or corporate functions and events. Or partner with us on your Japan Travel Programs.
We have experience working with global corporations and academic institutions. Academic seminars, corporate training, wellness seminars, trade events welcome.
Kintsugi Supplies Wholesale,
Kintsugi Kit Wholesale, Customization& Consultation
Don't settle with hobby kit in the market that gives you BBQ skewer sticks as spatulas, latex gloves, cotton swaps and sandpapers! We work with your teaching content to curate and customize your own kintsugi kit with authentic and high-quality material. We work with Japan's top urushi lacquer suppliers and we have a close network of artisans that hand-make traditional tools for urushi craft and kintsugi craft.
If you are a kintsugi instructor looking to curate your own authentic kintsugi material and tool kit based on your workshops / course syllabus, we are here to support. Worrying about MOQ or stocking inventory? We can also ship to your participants direct from Japan.
We also have capability to help design and produce branded packaging for your needs.
In respect to the history and tradition of the craft, we offer professional information only on authentic traditional Kintsugi crafts and tools using all-natural material; with the understand that there is a lack of proper information in English and plenty of "modern method", "simplified method" in the market prompting the use of artificial and conventional chemicals.
We support in English, French, Chinese, Japanese language.
Please send all inquires to hello@goenne.com
