MUJI Restores and Sells Antique Furniture from Japanese Kominka
MUJI has rolled out a new initiative called nihon no kokagu, which focuses on restoring and reselling vintage furniture from traditional kominka houses across Japan. This program emphasizes the individuality of each piece, keeping its unique wear and tear rather than giving them a complete makeover. Before being offered for sale, every item is carefully inspected, cleaned, and repaired at MUJI's dedicated restoration center to ensure it’s ready for daily use. The collection is set to debut in eight locations, including Toyama Favore and Ginza. Prices range from 2,990 yen for small wagashi molds to 129,000 yen for larger chests, tackling the problem of usable furniture being thrown away in Japan and encouraging sustainable practices.
Key facts
- MUJI launches nihon no kokagu initiative this month.
- Furniture is salvaged from kominka folk homes across Japan.
- Restoration preserves patina, scratches, and faded finishes.
- Items are inspected, cleaned, and repaired at MUJI's workshop.
- Collection debuts at eight MUJI stores in Japan.
- Prices range from 2,990 yen to 129,000 yen.
- Initiative aims to reduce furniture waste and manufacturing.
- MUJI has been in homebuilding for over a decade.
Entities
Institutions
- MUJI
Locations
- Japan
- Toyama Favore
- Ginza
- Naoetsu
- Aeon Mall Kashihara
- Shizuoka PARCO
- Hankyu Nishinomiya Gardens
- Grand Front Osaka
- Found MUJI Aoyama