Tortoise
So you thought you were cool when you saw "Lost in Translation" before anyone else, but now the whole world has seen it. It's time to kick your Japano-phile induced coolness up a few notches by visiting Tortoise. "Those are some cool forks you have there". Gee thanks, if memory serves they were designed by Sori Yanagi in 1974. "Where did you get these cool copper containers?" Oh, those little things, they are tealeaf containers designed by a craftsman in Kyoto. From several sets of understated silverware to beautiful beech bowls and trays, traditional cast iron teapots to modern wood furniture, this serene, yet stunning store carries items from Japan's finest craftsmen and designers. These are not items you will find in some Tokyo tourist shop.
Address:
1208 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Venice CA 90291
United States
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Neighborhood:
Abbot KinneyMetro Area:
Los AngelesWebsite:
http://www.tortoiselife.com
E-Commerce:
YesPrice Range:
$$$Phone Number:
1-310-314-8448Hours:
Mon-Tue: Closed Wed-Sun: 12-6Blog Posts Mentioning Tortoise
Inlay Rings at Tortoise: Tortoise in Venice introduced a new item to their store in November that we somehow overlooked until now. These beautiful inlay rings are made by...(03 January 2007)
Tenugui: Every month or so, Tortoise has the habit of introducing us to a new area of Japanese design we had no knowledge of previously. Around last...(06 June 2006)
Mokusei Lamp: Every couple weeks or so, we like to check on Tortoise's site to see if they've added anything interesting. We're hardly ever...(19 February 2006)
