It’s week 36 / 2026

This week, we invite you to explore our new AGOBAY tissue holder, our latest collaboration with Takuya Niwa of Niwa Futon. Made in Nagoya from brushed linen, its rounded, pillow-like form brings the Japanese maker’s intuitive understanding of textiles, structure and softness to an unexpected everyday object. Behind it lies more than 150 years of family craft. Niwa Futon began in the cotton-beating trade during the Meiji era, with Takuya carrying its specialist knowledge forward today as the fifth generation. While preserving techniques learned from his father, he continually explores how they might find new expression beyond traditional futon making. In our magazine, we visit his family atelier to discover the history, skill and philosophy behind his practice.