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As I prepare for this year's Japan Expo, I strongly felt the desire to showcase pieces that abundantly incorporate Japanese culture! So, I decided to have my amigurumi hold small, cute "mari" (traditional Japanese handballs). However... These "mari" turned out to be turned out even cuter than expected (laughs), and I was inspired to turn them into charms to share with even more people! To learn more about the mari, please check out the article below. https://amigurumiche.c...

In the "Amigurumi" (Japanese crochet or knitted stuffed toys) and "Mari Ball Charms" (decorative ball-shaped charms inspired by traditional Japanese handballs) that I'm exhibiting at Japan Expo, I've incorporated "Tsumami Zaiku," a traditional Japanese fabric-folding craft. Since "Tsumami Zaiku" may be unfamiliar to many people outside Japan, let me explain a little more about it here✫ What is Tsumami Zaiku? Tsumami Zaiku is a traditional craft that involves folding small ...

In my amigurumi(Japanese crochet or knitted stuffed toys) creations, I have several points of particular focus.This is because I want to give my unique touch to the many "amigurumi" that exist out there. Here, I'll share with you my particular passions in creating amigurumi. Considering Safety My amigurumi are primarily made of 8 parts:Head, body, right hand, left hand, right foot, left foot, right ear, and left ear. After finishing each part, I use "Techno Roto" - a flexi...

When I create amigurumi (Japanese crochet or knitted stuffed toys), my primary goal is to inspire customers to imagine stories beyond the amigurumi itself. However, I'm careful not to limit these imaginings. Instead, I focus on allowing customers to freely envision their own narratives. Here's how I achieve this: No Mouths One distinctive feature of my amigurumi is the absence of mouths. Adding a mouth can inadvertently impose a specific expression—a smile with upturned li...

Did you know that there are many types of 'kimono’, depending on the occasion? It is said that there are about 13 representative types of kimono, ranging from formal wear to those worn as everyday clothing. At the Japan Expo in December 2024, we plan to exhibit amigurumi (crochet dolls) in traditional Japanese attire. We are preparing two types of amigurumi: one wearing a type of kimono worn for everyday purposes and another in a "yukata" for cool summer wear. Both kimono ...

Hello! I'm Toki, an amigurumi creator. When you think of Japan, images of cherry blossoms, kimonos, and sushi might come to mind. However, within the rich Japanese culture, there are still many fascinating traditions that are not well known. One of them is the art of "Mari" (pronounced "mah-ree"). In this article, I will introduce the charm of Mari and share the process of creating them. What is Mari? "Mari" is a ball made by spinning thread, and it has been a part of Japa...

Hello. I'm Toki, an amigurumi creator. I'm excited to announce that I'll be participating as an amigurumi vendor at "Japan Expo 2024," which will be held in Sydney, Australia on December 14, 2024! This video shows scenes from Japan Expo 2023, please have a look.https://youtu.be/iyZKornD3pQ?si=AJpzqr4uJA4K5jMR As a Japanese person, I've been thinking a lot lately about what I can share with the world. This is because while I'm fascinated by foreign countries, I also deeply ...

Hello! This is Toki from amigurumiche☆ As a child, I loved gazing at charming streets that looked like they came out of a fairy tale. It made me feel like I was stepping into a picture book. Whenever foreign landscapes appeared on TV, I would watch them intently, completely losing track of time. Why did someone like me decide to start sharing about Japan? Let me share my story. The Day I First Felt "Japan" Overseas Until then, I spent my days enjoying foreign scenes from t...

In Japan, summer is a time when festivals are held in various places, showcasing vibrant night scenes. Fireworks and yukata are quintessential elements of Japanese summer traditions and through my amigurumi creations, I have aimed to capture the essence of the Japanese summer. The boy and girl amigurumi are dressed in cool, summery yukata, with the girl holding a charming strawberry candy and a basket bag, capturing the cute and festive atmosphere. The background is adorne...

We received an inquiry from a customer asking, "Could you please make amigurumi of our pet?" After several consultations with the customer☆, we finally completed the "Mameshiba-kun" amigurumi. I think they turned out really cute♡. I would be delighted if you could take a look! Inspired By a Cute Episode The customer told us, "These kids love running around on the grass.”Last year, when they took them to a park with a large grassy area, the dogs got so excited that their le...