Collection: ENJO HASUTANI

ENJO HASUTANI

For the first time, Hata’s Hamper ventures into another realm of fine Japanese artistry, one that mirrors the artisanal spirit of culinary finesse. This collaboration between Ha-Ha and award-winning wooden toy artist, Enjo Hasutani, showcases enchanting “karakuri toys” that blend traditional craft with whimsical imagination. 

Toys have long been cherished across cultures for their ability to stimulate creativity and imagination, develop motor skills and enrich the human spirit. Karakuri, also known as mechanical or kinetic toys, vividly recreate motion and sound to animate a scene. 

Enjo Hasutani who is based in Shiga, Japan, has worked relentlessly over the past 30 years perfecting delightful motions in his kinetic toys, regarded by many to be charming, playful and humorous. Through astute observations, fine craftsmanship and genius engineering, Hasutani brings his dynamic creations to life. These kinetic sculptures lead children and adults into a captivating world where art and science converge. Each piece evokes feelings of surprise, joy and wonder. 

Step into the world of these extraordinary kinetic toys and experience the magic within!