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Yuki Ijichi wins Golden at the prestigious A' Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Award with Redesign of Kurojyoka Drinkware.

Yuki Ijichi's groundbreaking Kitchenware sets new standards for innovation and excellence, earning prestigious Golden A' Design Award recognition in the A' Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Competition.

In a significant acknowledgment of design excellence and innovation, it has been officially announced that “Redesign of Kurojyoka Drinkware” by Yuki Ijichi has been distinguished with the golden award status at the prestigious A' Design Awards for the year 2025, in the highly competitive bakeware, tableware, drinkware and cookware design category.

This distinction honors the remarkable design quality and innovative approach embodied in the creation. The Golden A' Design Award not only underscores the exceptional design and conceptual prowess of the Redesign of Kurojyoka Drinkware but also emphasizes the influential role of MATHERuBA in elevating standards within the kitchenware domain.

The visionary behind “Redesign of Kurojyoka Drinkware” Yuki Ijichi, has been acknowledged for their dedication to pushing the boundaries of design. A deeper look into their portfolio and philosophy can be found at their designer.org profile, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation.

To explore “Redesign of Kurojyoka Drinkware” and its groundbreaking design features further, interested parties are invited to visit the design|newsroom where high resolution images, multimedia content, interviews and translations are available for the award-winning kitchenware.

About Redesign of Kurojyoka Drinkware

This is a redesign of the kurojyoka, a traditional Kagoshima shochu ceramic teapot, to fit modern lifestyles. The traditional Kurojyoka was formed based on the Japanese hearth heating system, and its shape has remained the same despite changing lifestyles. This project is a continuation of Kagoshima's shochu culture and traditional craftsmanship by modifying this aspect and updating the kurojyoka to fit modern lifestyles.

About A' Design Awards

The A' Design Award & Competition, celebrated worldwide for honoring superior design, distinguishes itself through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a panel of industry experts, journalists, and academics. The A' Design Award celebrates the diversity and innovation of designs across various categories. A' Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design Award honors outstanding design of pots, pans, cutlery, plates, bowls, glasses, baking dishes, graters and more.

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