Ibuki Kaiyama Fruit Bowl of Branchese Chest nut tree

Available from Art on the Table when we last checked. Sold from the shop’s own store; the price there is the one that counts.

Kaiyama is a woodworker based in the mountainous forests of Nagano Prefecture, Japan , where he crafts everyday objects that celebrate the quiet beauty of natural wood. Working primarily with Japanese zelkova (keyaki), wild cherry, and chestnut , Kaiyama allows the material to speak—following the grain, honoring the imperfections, and shaping each piece with a deep respect for its origin. From hand-carved spoons and trays to elegant bowls and vessels, his work combines timeless Japanese aestheti