Crane & Turtle in the news!

Photo byJonathan Kozowyk.
From Boston Magazine:
"The Japanese phrase dentō kōgei loosely translates to" traditional arts and crafts "in English—and from origami crane sculptures to glossy red Bento boxes. That’s exactly what husband-and-wife team Rook and Mieko Murao are constantly hunting for to fill the shelves of their Bow Market boutique, which focuses exclusively on artisanal goods made in Mieko’s native Japan. “Customers are very interested in sustainable products that will grow old with them,” says Rook, who notes that the most popular items in the shop right now are Wakasa. Lacquer chopsticks,Furoshiki wrapping cloth, and a stunning Nebuta sake set. "