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Mori Kougei Launched New Material Brand “TSUKIT”

Founded in 1953, Mori Kougei has specialized in the application of high-quality wood veneer “tsuki-ita” — natural wood sliced into thin sheets approximately 0.2mm thick, and has long produced decorative plywood for furniture, fittings, and interior design. In recent years, the company has been exploring new forms of expression unique to tsuki-ita, developing a variety of crafts, such as the “RAYS TRAY” in which the veneers are arranged in a radial pattern.

The company has recently launched a new brand, “TSUKIT” which builds on the techniques Mori Kougei has cultivated over the years. The brand name combines “tsuki-ita” (TSUKI) and “creative kit” (KIT), reflecting its aim to introduce tsuki-ita — the material Mori Kougei has worked with for decades — to a wider audience as a tool for creativity. Under the TSUKIT brand, the company offers professional-quality products such as A4 and large-size “Tsuki-ita Sheet” and adhesive-backed “Tsuki-ita Sticker,” designed to make the beauty and versatility of natural wood veneer accessible for a variety of creative applications.

The “Tsuki-ita Sheet” is a high-quality material created by slicing natural wood into thin layers and backing it with Japanese paper. With a selection of over 90 types of natural wood, including rare species sourced from around the world, users can choose according to their preferences for color, grain pattern, and texture. Available in A4 and 900 × 1800 mm sizes, with custom orders also accepted, the sheets can be applied to a wide range of uses, from crafts and furniture to interior design. Despite its professional quality, the material can be easily cut with scissors or a utility knife, and attached with a household iron which makes it accessible for beginners. Its versatility allows for delicate cutting, making it especially suitable for refined, highly designed works such as wood inlay.

The more convenient “Tsuki-ita Sticker” comes with an adhesive backing, allowing users to simply cut and apply it to items such as smartphone cases or stationery to enjoy the natural warmth and texture of wood. Available in A4 size, it is offered in a selection of eight types of wood, including maple, walnut, and indigo-dyed sheets.

“TSUKIT” supports a wide range of creators — from craftsmen and architects to craft artists and DIY enthusiasts. By making wood more accessible, it becomes a familiar material through which people can bring their individual ideas and creative visions to life.

️Product information

“Tsuki-ita Sheet”
A4 size: 210 × 297 mm
900 × 1800 mm size
Custom size

“Tsuki-ita Sticker”
Adhesive type for craft and DIY (A4 size: 210 × 297 mm)

“Adhesive CH7WN for Ironing on Laminate Tsuki-ita”

* For more details, please refer to the official website.

 

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Mori Kougei
https://mori-kougei.com

Mori Kougei Online Store
https://shop.mori-kougei.com

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