MERCI x JDC

Merci Media IS NOW PARTNERING WITH JDC (Japan Dento Corporation) TO UNVEIL THE MOST EXCLUSIVE craftsmanship materials from Japan

About Japan DENTO Corporation (JDC)

JDC is the curation platform for premium materials rooted on Japanese craft culture, connecting creators with luxurious space market worldwide. Craftsmanship is one of the significant attributes which define luxury today. JDC elect and curate crafted materials into thematic groups representing a "Contemporary Japanese Style" — a specific style to become a focal point in Western architectural space.

Japan possesses a unique creative environment. JDC seeks to define an "atmosphere of the place" — a "DENTO 伝統" that emerges from this unique artisanal tradition. One that wishes to introduce to the world. This "Atmosphere of Place" drifts casually, as air drifts through space, with a sense of transparency. And like a fragrant aroma or beautiful sound, it conveys a rich flavour and pleasant message. This "Crafted Material Culture" will continue to evolve while carrying forward Japan's long creative history. Meet a few of our great creators.

KOYO IBUSHI

JDC presented - Koyo IbushiKyo.

High-quality clay, which is first oxidation fired before being reduction smoked in their Koyo kilns, has been highly regarded all over Japan for their unparalleled strength and beauty.

These Ibushi Kawara and the superior technology required to produce them have been recognized by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. They produced Ibushi Kawara for the main keep in the recent large-scale renovation of Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage. Their production of special tiles for numerous shrines, temples, and castles has played a significant role in bequeathing traditional architecture to the future. Please stay tuned with us for more details.

Seiga Co. Ltd was established in 1923. Ibushi Kawara tiles, made of high-quality clay which is first oxidation fired before being reduction smoked in our Koyo kilns, have been highly regarded all over Japan for their unparalleled strength and beauty. These Ibushi Kawara and the superior technology required to produce them have been recognized by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, and we produced Ibushi Kawara for the main keep in the recent large-scale renovation of Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage. Through our production of special tiles for numerous shrines, temples, and castles, we have played a significant role in bequeathing traditional architecture to the future.
Koyo Ibushi are interior materials produced by Koyo Seiga. These beautiful and durable Ibushi Kawara, produced from natural materials, can be used as a feature within a space, or to clad an entire building. Utilizing traditional techniques from the birthplace of tiles and transferring them to the present day―this is our new challenge.

Momentum Factory Orii

JDC presented a new colouring technology on new building material - copper and brass. Use and apply on the wall decoration in the museums, restaurants, building entrances and hotel fireplaces. It is possible to change the expression by spots and streaks and fine adjustment of brightness and density.

Japan: Please contact Japan Dento Corporation: info@jp-dento.com

Asia Pacific and Canada, North America: please contact us: enquiries@merci-magazine.com