chibi
. Anyway, if you are in need of flowers, this is the place to go. The space where large plants and seasonal flowers coexist is like a botanical garden. It is no wonder that many designers, stylists, and others in the fashion industry frequent this shop. The owner of Chibi, Mr. Haga, has a small selection of vases from his collection displayed in the store. The stories behind each of them are also interesting and remind me of my student days when I first became interested in vintage clothing.
faceted vase
. A masterpiece using the traditional Japanese technique of faceting. Although faceted glass has a strong image of sake cups, vases with distinctive cutouts are also attractive. This vase, with its subtle design that is not too exaggerated, has a softened Japanese mood and blends easily with Western-style interiors.
Faceted vase ¥ASK
Blue vase
The clear, beautiful blue color and the nubby body are like a fish swimming freely in the ocean. This vase is also made in Japan, just like the faceted vase. The turquoise blue coloring, while having a moderate assertiveness, goes surprisingly well with any flowers. The simplicity of the design allows for a variety of looks depending on the combination.
Blue vase ¥ASK
Vases from the 60s and 70s
This piece, with its crisp shape, is somewhat charming, and dates from the 60s or 70s. I selected it without knowing that, but it looks sturdy and dignified. Moreover, they are also made in Japan. The owner says that she can tell a lot about a customer's taste through the vase and flowers he or she chooses. Hearing this, I think it would be fun to look up vases just like vintage clothes or records.
60s-70s vase ¥ASK
vase for one flower
Just as there are clothes in fashion that you will want to wear forever, there are also vases that are minimalistic and never get old. This vase is just such a single-flower vase. The sturdy form, clean glass surface, and a spoonful of greenery added to the design are clean and will enhance your interior decorating style. Some of the vases are from brands such as Baccarat and Noritake, but most of the vases at "chibi" are not from any brand. Perhaps that's why they have a lived-in feel.
Single-flower vase ¥ASK
European Flower Vase
As I had chosen only Japanese-made items, he suggested European flower vases, saying, "We also have these. Different countries have different lifestyles and different perspectives. I was impressed by the exoticism of the lavender and gold coloring. However, it is not gaudy, but rather elegant. This is probably because the silhouette is extremely simple. It is a gem that makes us feel the depth of the vase.
European flower vase ¥ASK
small, cute versions of manga, anime, etc. characters, typically with oversized heads
Address: 5-1-18 Nakameguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Phone: 03-5722-0528
Hours: 12:00-19:00 Closed on Sunday
Instagram:@chibi.flower
