Bartok Design Japan Co.

Japanese wooden bathtubs (ofuros) made in aromatic hinoki wood from sustainable forests.

"An ofuro is not just an item: it is rather a way of living."

 

I am an Italian architect living in Japan for 16 years. In my practice, I also design and produce Japanese wooden bathtubs and export them all over the world.

 

A Japanese bathtub (ofuro) is made of aromatic hinoki wood from sustainable forests in central Japan (Kiso valley). Have you ever seen the movie the Last Samurai? Do you remember the scene where Tom Cruise is convinced to take a bath? Entering in the hot water is a simple yet life changing experience. There is no point in being strong or cool if you are not clean. Be clean before anything else.

 

Water purifies the body and mind. We are all in that river together with Tom Cruise, converted and energized by this great lesson of humility and power.

 

Contact me with any questions. I am looking forward to connecting with you!

 

- Iacopo Torrini - Kobe - Hyogo