Ominato Bunkichi Shoten was established in the early Meiji era (1868-1912) in Kamo City, Niigata Prefecture, often hailed as the "Little Kyoto" of the Hokuetsu region. The company originally built its reputation as a manufacturer and wholesaler of shibu-gami, a crafted paper coated with persimmon tannin extract that was laid under tatami mats. 

The company broadened its horizons in the Showa era (1926-1989). The second-generation Bunkichi initiated the production and wholesale of byobu, exquisite folding screens, by incorporating the production techniques ingrained in the local chest and fittings industry. In the 1980s, they ventured into the manufacturing of general interior products, broadening their lineup to include interior furnishings and partitions.

In 2005, the company took a significant global stride with its inclusion to the "Tales of a Century" brand, a concept converging heritage and progressive cultural appreciation in daily life items to be cherished for the next 100 years.

Today, with a deep grounding in artisan craftsmanship, exemplified by its intricate kumiko woodwork seen in high-quality fittings, the company elevates everyday living spaces with its meticulously detailed and premium items.