Step into Craft Island in Warehouse 4 and discover a curated lane where Taiwan’s warm local craft meets Japan’s refined everyday design—made to be worn, used, and loved.
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Warehouse 4 & 5 at a Glance
At POPUPASIA® 2025, our venue expands into themed zones:
Warehouse 4｜Asian Lifestyle Expo
— 地方創生 × 亞洲風格 × 在地工藝
Try soothing aromatics, wooden tableware, plant-dyed textiles, and more—many with show-only colors and bundle deals available on site, for four days only.
Warehouse 5｜Asian Handmade Expo
— 原創設計 × 插畫角色 × 手感工藝
Watch live demos—metal hammering, glazing, leather-stitching—and co-create with makers.
This article focuses on Warehouse 4 and, specifically, Craft Island (Part 2 will explore Slow Living).
⋆ Meet the Brands in Craft Island (Warehouse 4) ⋆
A. Japan Everyday Design & Craft (multi-brand curations)
TRUNK DESIGN（多品牌策展）
A house of thoughtful “daily-just-right” objects—designed to be used every day, not just admired.
- Ku 和紙型線香：Fragrant washi incense that can be displayed, tucked in letters, or lit.
- Daily 薰香：Simple, reliable sizes for everyday scent rituals.
- 丹波焼（TANBA pottery）：One of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns—850 years of craft, updated for modern tables.
- Lr 漆器（福井鯖江）：User-friendly lacquerware aesthetics and touch, born from 1,500 years of Echizen craft.
- CITON 和紙野餐墊：Durable, water-resistant picnic mats with the texture of Japanese paper.
- MORI NO UTSUWA 木製餐具：Tableware engraved with the wood’s origin—inviting mindful, circular living.
- FOLDER PRODUCTS 文具：Binding-themed stationery for writing, copying, sending, and archiving beautifully.
- megulu 服飾：Banshu-ori remade—simple silhouettes, ever-changing inner fabrics, small-batch charm.
- 王地山焼 OJIYAMA 瓷器：Revived Edo-era kiln (1818–30). Light, thin forms for present-day dining.
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SUPER DELIVERY（日本最大B2B批發平台精選）
Ethical-minded picks from ~3,000 Japanese makers and ~1.98M items:
- MASTERSCRAFT（Ihoshiro窯）：Handmade chopstick rests by 40+ artisans; electric kilns & solar power to lower impact.
- shesay：“I found it!” everyday lifestyle discoveries that spark joy.
- sisam（公平貿易）：Since 1999 Kyoto—fair fashion & home goods with the belief “your purchase = your vote.”
- YAMANI（美濃燒）：Since 1951—tradition + recycled materials for sustainable tableware.
- ORGANIC LIVING（mana. 沖繩）：Less-is-more selections to reduce footprint.
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ju:tale
From bookbinding to playful stationery: designed in-house and manufactured in their own bindery from paper & resin, turning childhood picture-book magic into grown-up desk joy.
NAMIKI chapelière
A Hat Closet for Every Lifestyle
From Kuramae, Tokyo, we create hats with a focus on premium materials and comfortable wear. Each piece is designed to be kind to people and easy to style — whether for daily life or fashion moments.
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BAN INOUE（Nara, 1988）
Founded in 1988 in Nara, BAN INOUE is celebrated for preserving Japan’s traditional hemp weaving techniques. The brand transforms natural materials into timeless fashion, bags, and lifestyle goods — all crafted with exquisite texture and lasting comfort.
Each piece carries the warmth of Japanese artisanship, becoming more lovable with use and bringing calm beauty into daily life.
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PAPERSELF（London-born, Taiwan home）
- Paper Lashes: the iconic, patented paper eyelashes seen at global fashion weeks & in The Hunger Games.
- Tattoo Stickers / Body Art: hand-drawn by illustrators (incl. V&A x Alexander McQueen “Skull”); gilded details, saturated color.
- Badge Cards / Sheer Socks: wearable gifts, soft nylon socks inspired by sky/forest/garden/geometry.
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樹脂の女（Japan）
Jewelry Inspired by Italy, Handmade in Japan
The creator, once a fashion model in Italy and Japan, was inspired by the stained glass of the Duomo in Milan. She discovered the dip-art technique, creating accessories with glass-like transparency and refined detail.
B. Taiwan Heritage & Local Revitalization
藺子（Miaoli Yuanli）
Founded in 2016 and rooted in Yuanli, Miaoli, LINZI is dedicated to reimagining Taiwan’s traditional rush grass weaving. By working closely with local artisans and farmers, the brand ensures that every piece carries both the memory of the land and the warmth of human touch.
LINZI goes beyond preserving tradition — it focuses on making it relevant today. Through cross-industry collaborations, cultural events, and educational programs, the brand introduces rush grass to younger generations. From ergonomically designed hats to lifestyle products that balance comfort and aesthetics, LINZI transforms traditional craft into modern living.
老木創生 Lao Mu（Tainan）
Lao Mu, based in Tainan, honors Mother Earth with the philosophy of “extending life, making full use of materials.” The brand repurposes Taiwan’s familiar woods — from schoolyard trees and garden timbers to old farm furniture, house beams, and driftwood.
Through artisan craftsmanship, each piece retains the natural grain, warmth, and fragrance of the wood, transforming it into cultural lifestyle goods filled with character. More than just objects, they are living stories of Taiwan’s land and traditions.
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角琉璃 Jiao Glass Beads（台東太麻里｜排灣族琉璃珠）
Jiao Glass Beads, based in Dawon Village, Taimali, Taitung, is a brand dedicated to reviving the Paiwan tradition of glass bead craftsmanship. Founded by artisans Lu Chun and Zheng Chuxuan, the brand blends ancestral techniques with modern design, creating accessories that embody cultural continuity and artistic innovation.
繭裹子 TWINE
TWINE, a Taiwan-based brand, blends global cultural influences and traditional craftsmanship into modern lifestyle products. With a strong commitment to handmade production, the brand seeks to preserve endangered craft techniques while creating local job opportunities.
Dedicated to eco-conscious practices, Cocoon House uses natural materials such as organic cotton, wool, jute, plant-dyed fabrics, and handwoven textiles, alongside recycled fabrics, glass, and metals — minimizing environmental impact while maximizing creativity.
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C house（桃園大溪｜多品牌平台）
A living craft hub:
- 茶衫 Cha Shan (handmade slow-fashion apparel)，丁廚房 Ding Kitchen（Le Cordon Bleu x private dining），
- 大溪漆藝研修所 Daxi Lacquer Art Institute（three-year training program），溪木器 Xi Woodworks（upcycled surplus wood），大溪味 Daxi Flavors（local brand collective）。
D’Asia（台東 × 熊本 × 曼谷）
Founded in 2015, Tai Dang is Taitung’s first local entrepreneurship hub, supporting over 200 youth startups and brands while earning national awards for regional revitalization. Guided by the motto “Make Local Partner Shine,” it drives empowerment, cross-sector projects, and cultural initiatives.
D’Asia, its international extension, connects Taitung with Kumamoto (Japan) and Bangkok (Thailand) — bringing Taiwanese products into global markets and exhibitions, and showcasing Taiwan’s local value across Asia.
生涯學習館
A structured Japanese handcraft curriculum hub in Taiwan: pressed flowers, silver clay, bead weaving/crochet, embroidery, lace beading, and more—learn for joy or build a second career.
KYOTO GOENCHA 京都円緣茶
Bringing the centuries-old tea tradition of Kyoto into daily life, Kyoto Goencha transforms fine Japanese and Taiwanese teas into stylish, heartwarming gifts.
Their signature “Greeting Teabags” combine Uji Gyokuro leaves with over 600 unique package designs for every occasion—perfect for sharing gratitude and joy.
With award-winning appearances across Tokyo, Kyoto, Dubai, and Taiwan, Kyoto Goencha blends craftsmanship and creativity, proving that tea can be both a cultural ritual and a fun, modern experience.
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See Them All – Only at POPUPASIA® 2025
📅 Date: November 13–16, 2025
📍 Location: Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, Taipei, Taiwan
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