Shobido A shop that celebrates both traditional and modern Yamagata.

A shop that celebrates both traditional and modern Yamagata.

Shobido / 尚美堂

At Shobido, we sell a wide assortment of goods including traditional and folk crafts, "sakuranbo" (cherry) themed items that are a popular symbol of Yamagata, the works of young artists active in the Yamagata area, and other seasonal goods.

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Sasano Ittobori / 笹野一刀彫

Hawk (size 7) 1210 yen, Owl (size 4) 660 yen, Onagadori ("Long-tailed chicken," size 5) 1100 yen

Sasano ittobori, literally "one-knife carving," refers to the art of carving figures with a special "sarukiri" chisel from the wood of the koshiabura tree and adding painted details to finish each piece.
Gotenmari Balls / 御殿まり

Gotenmari ball (size 3.5) 4180 yen, Gotenmari ball (size 3) 2750 yen, Display stand (small) 1320 yen

A traditional Japanese folk art form, these brightly colored and beautifully patterned gotenmari balls are carefully crafted with embroidery thread.
Tsumugi Silk Coasters / 紬コースター

638 yen

These safflower-dyed tsumugi coasters are woven from high-quality silk and given a water resistant finish.
Yoneori "Kifu" Light Scarf / 米織生布ライトストール

2530 yen

Capable of absorbing perspiration while also keeping your neck warm and blocking harmful UV rays, this versatile scarf will be a practical and stylish addition to your wardrobe.
Tote Bag with Embroidered Cherries / さくらんぼししゅうトートバッグ

Tote Bag (small) 880 yen

An original Shobido tote bag embroidered with cherries, a well-known symbol of Yamagata. Available in small, medium and large to suit your every need.