At Tortoise you will see all Japanese or Japan related products such as japanese simple, sophisticat

ed and high quality design housewares and furnishing. Sori Yanagi, Masahiro Mori, Abitax, Peloqoon, et

open in 2008. art, vintage, jewelry, out-of-print books and vintage and original furniture including imported hinoki soaking tub. All from Japan as well.
original location since 2003. every-day use of products such as housewear, kitchenwear, stationery, books, something for kids and camping etc. All from Japan.
We have donated all of our fundraiser profits to Shigeru Ban (Architect), Iwate prefecture, and other small charity groups that we feel can help the people of Japan immediately.

A donation box has been set up at both of our store locations. Any support will be greatly appreciated.

For more Japan Relief fundraiser related information :

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We really appreciate your support for our mother country, Japan. all from Tortoise / TGS


Our canister is listed in Home section on NY Times on Oct. 6! Please read the article and visit the site on our online store.
Thank you!

Another article on Dec.1st! Here is the corona.
Owners, Taku and Keiko (and their dog Fido) are featured on their Nov. issue. To visit the feature items, please click here (TGS) and here (Tortoise).
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Japanese pioneer designer of arty stools and kitchenware Sori Yanagi dies. (at age 96)

-The Japan Times
-Los Angeles Times

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