Orient: Your Source For Beautiful Japanese Homeware
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the windy city, is a slice of calm and serenity that you will find within Orient.
Orient is a captivating yet inviting home and gift store that embodies all things ‘Modern Asian’, where their tableware is exclusively imported directly from the makers in Japan. An ever-extending range of products, from tableware and furniture to artwork and home fragrance that is cohesive and constantly evolving to ensure you will always find something new.
The beautiful Japanese tableware features modern Asian designs with a classic take on Japanese Ceramics in a variety of shapes and glazes to suit any occasion. Handcrafted in Gifu Prefecture, on the main island of Honshu using processes and traditional techniques that have been used for generations. The mineral-rich clay is sourced by local makers from a huge basin adjacent to their kilns. Each piece, no matter how similar, is unique as it has been skillfully and lovingly handcrafted.
Within the modern world’s obsession with perfection, the traditional Japanese ideologies of ‘Wabi Sabi’ offers us a new way to look at things, by appreciating and embracing the beauty within imperfections.
Orient also stocks a range of luxury New Zealand made products. From beautifully designed bath and skincare products, handmade exfoliating soaps to body oils and milk bath soaks. You will want to treat yourself to a pampering session in the comfort of your home. Our carefully selected range of New Zealand made diffusers and candles provide any room with a subtle but delightful scent.
Gourmet snacks from our in-house brand Asian Food Republic include delicious, caramelised nut medleys, dipping sauces, salts, mini pavlovas, fortune cookies and more. Handmade using Artisan techniques and packaged in Wellington, they make a great addition in any kitchen and the perfect foodie gift.
Amongst the extensive selection of tableware you will also find a variety of furnishings for your home with beautifully soft throws, an exquisite range of high quality linen napkins, tea towels and various vases and baskets than are perfect to use for plants and storage.
This store is a feast for the eyes a place where people can be inspired by thoughtfully selected products and enjoy spending time amongst beautifully crafted items.
For your chance to enjoy Orient's exquisite handmade homewares for yourself, simply enter your details in the form below and you'll go into the draw to WIN a $100 gift voucher to spend either in-store or online!
Shop Orient's incredible range in-store now at 29B College Street, Wellington or shop online at www.orient-nz.com for nationwide delivery.
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