Brass
Brass is a metal that naturally changes color when exposed to air and water. It gains character with every use, and with a little care it will age slowly and beautifully.
A light wipe after contact with dirt or water is usually enough, but below you will find care tips for each type of piece. If you have a piece not covered here, or any concerns, please feel free to contact us.
contactFor pieces without a surface coating, if you would like to restore tarnished areas to the original bright brass color, lightly polishing the surface will bring back the shine and brighten the color.
* Recommended polishing supplies and tools
* On colored or tin-plated areas, polishing will remove the coloring as well, so we recommend nothing more than a gentle wash with baking soda and water.
* For earrings, please limit care to wiping with a dry cloth.
Accessory
Earrings, pierced earrings... These have a clear coating to prevent tarnishing. Wiping them dry regularly after contact with water or sweat will keep them beautiful for a long time.
Bangles, hair ties... The surface is left uncoated. With regular use, the brass develops a rich, deep patina over time. Wipe them dry after each use; for stubborn dirt, gently rub with a mixture of baking soda and water — this lightly polishes the surface and restores its beauty.
Objects
Normally, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. If dirty, wash gently with a neutral detergent or with baking soda and water. Scrubbing with a sponge or similar may wear away the coloring or the tin-plated areas, so please be careful.
Silver-colored parts of the Muddler / Spoon / Tray — About Tin Plating
These parts are finished with tin plating (suzubiki), a thin layer of tin applied over the brass surface.
The surface of brass can change when left in contact with acidic drinks, such as those made with lemon or ume, for a long time. The tin layer keeps the brass from coming into direct contact with your drink.
They can be used with acidic drinks, but please do not leave them soaking for long periods; wash them soon after use and wipe off any moisture.
Scrubbing hard or polishing the tin-plated areas may wear the tin thin, so please care for them gently.
Tin Re-plating
If the tin-plated areas wear thin, we can add new tin and re-plate them. This service costs ¥2,000 (tax included); shipping costs are the customer's responsibility. Thank you for your understanding.
Bamboo
Chopsticks
These are finished with a wiped urushi (lacquer) coating. They can be washed with a regular neutral detergent. After washing, please dry them promptly and store them in a well-ventilated place.
▶ We offer repairs and maintenance (re-polishing and tin re-plating) for our pieces.
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