Stripe Oshibori Aluminum Towel Tray

The metallic luster of this simple and modern oshibori tray is eye-catching on the dining table. It can also be used as a small plate for sweets or a coaster for sake cups.

The striped pattern is made up of areas that remain shiny and areas that are uneven, like the surface of a stone. The cool look of aluminum combined with natural motifs is exquisite and brings a refreshing change to your tabletop.

An oshibori is a dampened towel used to wipe hands, and in Japan it is sometimes provided at restaurants or when invited to someone's home. Softer than a paper napkin and easier to clean hands, it is convenient, hygienic, and environmentally friendly since it is not disposable.

The use of aluminum makes it light and thin, and it can be stacked for storage, so it takes up little space.

It goes well with a variety of materials such as wood and cloth, and blends in nicely with any space. They are also used in first-class hotels and restaurants.

ALART

ALART was created by Marushin Kinzoku Kogyo in 1947, when the company began a new venture. The brand pursues the possibilities of aluminum based on the concepts of original ideas that break free from stereotypes, design that enhances the creativity of the user, and creative craftsmanship.

Metalwork has long been prized for its durability and gorgeous appearance. In Japan, bronze swords and harnesses were made from the Yayoi period (10th century BCE–mid-3rd century CE) based on techniques introduced from China and Korea. With the rise of Buddhism, the construction of temples, Buddhist statues, and ritual implements flourished, and metalworking techniques also advanced. Eventually, a wide variety of products such as tea ceremony utensils, Japanese swords, armor, and ornaments came to be manufactured.