kapo stool

SIZE W360 D360 H420

SEAT SIZE W260 D260

MATERIAL walnut / cherry

Designed by Taku Hisada

We have "young craftsmen's works" category at KOMA. We pay the craftsmen for the price of the piece and sell them at our shops. For over 7 years, I have been commenting on the pieces our craftsmen present every months, and some of the exceptional ones have made it into KOMA's products. 

But there are lots of severe requirements those pieces has to meet.

Are the shapes fulfilling the purpose of the piece? Is it fully expressing the values that it took to make? Was it designed with production process in mind, but still have originality? Is the designers intention coming through? At the moment, the pieces that have joined KOMA's lineup are all small items, but I'm looking forward to everyone's challenges in the future.

So I recognize this new stool by Taku Hisada as the most excellent piece of all. 

He was making numerous adjustments to the angle of the legs on the way. When the angle is sharp, stools don't fully stack, and on the other hand when it is in obtuse angle, there are not enough strength and also easy to bump your little finger of your foot.

Hisada was particular about the way it stacks and made sure that there were no space in between seats.

He decided on sizing and shape of the surface as he went on, and designed with not only the form in mind, but the process, volumes and pricing of the product too.

"Did it naturally become this way?" or "Did you intend to make it this way?"
Every material, every angle, every form has to convey the designers intention. Pieces that convey those attention to details are the masterpieces, and others are just crap.

Craftsmanship is a way of communication without words. When you see a piece with the designers intention, you don't need words to praise one another. Nationality, age, status, nothing matters.

kapo stool is an excellent piece that expresses Hisada's personality. He always works steadily towards the goal without making excuses. I notice many challenges that most people would have felt tedious, but he tried over and over again enjoying the process.

Hisada's goal for 2025 is "making one new seating tool a month". So I'm looking forward to the presentation in the coming months.

Written by Shigeki Matsuoka

• Lead time: If the item is out of stock, shipment will take approximately one month. Please contact us if you require expedited delivery.
• As this product is made from natural wood, each piece will vary in grain, color, and overall character. We hope you enjoy the unique expression and aging of solid wood.
• Please note that slight variations in shape and size may occur.
• Although thoroughly dried wood is used, slight movement such as minor joint shifts or warping may occur due to the nature of solid wood.
• The warranty period is one year from the date of delivery. In the event of damage caused by manufacturing or structural defects, we will repair the item free of charge. Please note that damage resulting from improper handling, negligence, or deformation/discoloration caused by direct sunlight or heat from heating appliances is not covered under the warranty.
• Specifications, prices, and availability are subject to change or discontinuation without prior notice.
• For orders of six pieces or more, please contact us.