J-SEI’S 2024 ARTISANS

3 Locations: Atrium A – G / Warehouse 1 – 18

Food Court 1FC – 8FC

Berkeley Methodist United – A collection of handcrafts and homemade goodies for gift giving and stocking stuffers. Atrium F, upstairs

Cards by Joanne  – Hand made cards with Japanese motifs and unique designs. Warehouse 9

Chiyeko “Tezukuri” – Hand-built ceramics, hand-sewn bags, clothing and accessories with a Japanese wabi-sabi influence. Warehouse 12

Crafts by Carolyn Hayashida – Unique designed handcrafts, including infinity scarves, tote bags, and sashiko items. Warehouse 7

Creative Ninja – Creative Ninja aims to design and create delicate and intricate wears and wares inspired by the simple beauties found in everyday observations. Warehouse 8

Crochet by Megz – Handmade crochet items, ranging from fun hats and creative bags to adorable plushies and exciting decor that are both functional and cute!! Warehouse 13

Crooked Flower Ceramics – Hand built low fire ceramic pieces such as vases, cups and tiny ceramics made on a tiny wheel. Warehouse 11

Daruma Kiosk – Cal – Japanese inspired Street & Izakaya food. Food Court 3

DeLynda DeLeon Designs – One of a kind and limited edition jewelry made with hand rolled Japanese fabric beads. Atrium B, upstairs

Drinks for Sale – All proceeds from this table will benefit J-Sei. An assortment of drinks to quench your thirst while you shop! Brought to you by Wendy Kiniris and Aiko Kurokawa. 8 Food Court / lobby

Eastwind Books – Eastwind Books is an Asian American book seller that provides access to books written by and about Asian Americans. Eastwind Books of Berkeley closed its physical store in 2023 but has continued with its online store — www.AsiaBookCenter.com  Featuring “The Soul of Gift Wrapping”  by Megumi Lorna Inouye, plus many other titles to browse. Atrium C, upstairs

Harvest Land – Hand screen printed T-shirts,  sweatshirts and tote bags with Japanese culture-influenced designs. Warehouse 10

J-Sei’s Cookie Collective – Mouthwatering homemade cookies by Amy Shinsako, Yuki Otake, Haruko Nagaishi, Wendy Kiniris, Susan Nishizaka, Anne Takizawa & Grace Gomez. 8 Food Court / lobby

J-Sei Corner  – All proceeds from this table will benefit J-Sei. Warehouse 2
— Amy Funabiki –  Boxed pouch bags, Barrel round bag
– Anne Takizawa – Training treat pouches with carabiner clip, healthy baked dog treats
– Reiko Nabeta – Whimsical Christmas Stockings

Jane’s Homemade – Delicious homemade baked goods & candies that all can enjoy, even if avoiding glutens, dairy, eggs, or nuts! We incorporate various Japanese and other Asian flavors such as matcha, yuzu, hojicha, ginger, and sesame. 2 Food Court / outside

Jun Hamamoto / Folding 4 Justice – Handcrafted Cards by San Quentin Origami. Also, featuring Mixed Rice, a multicultural children’s story of food, feelings, and finding home by Sophie Dipti Sarkar. Atrium E, upstairs

Kayoko Designs – Original handcrafted jewelry made from Japanese Yuzen paper & metal. Warehouse 5

Kim’s Sushi – Offering a variety of fresh, delicious sushi. 1 Food Court / outside

Kiyomi Koide – Japanese ceramic artist•designer. Every work is handmade bringing the natural clay to everyday ware. Warehouse 15

Kimchi by Sunnie Youk – 3 kinds of Home made Kimchi. Warehouse 7

Koko Baker – Handwoven Scarves. Atrium A, upstairs

Linda’s Crafts – Handknit ascot and long scarves, beanies, and aprons. Atrium D, upstairs

MoritaArts – Handmade Japanese-American crafts including origami and ribbon fish ornaments. Warehouse 14

Mume Farm – Family owned and operated since 1983, Mume Farm grows ume fruit (Japanese plum) to craft healthy, artisanal products. 5 Food Court, outside

Okkon Japanese Street Food – Oakland based husband and wife team interested in sharing okonomiyaki, a popular street food from Japan. 4 Food Court, outside

Old River Design Co – With roots from her family name, Furukawa, which translates to “Old River” in English, offers a blending of her architectural design and sewing skills. uses traditional Japanese motifs, mixed with fun and bright colors when making accessories like; key fob wristlets, dish towels, and storage baskets. Warehouse 17

Sachi’s Folk Art – A collection of folk art from travels to Japan and Japanese-inspired handcrafts. All proceeds from this table will benefit J-Sei.Warehouse 3

Sakura Kai – Handknit scarves by volunteers. Atrium G

Secrets of Tiger – A unique culinary style that graces their restaurant, a testament to the rich flavors born from the chef’s extensive expertise in both Thai and Chinese traditions. 7 Food Court, outside

Shared Cultures – A small batch producer in San Francisco specializing in using koji, an ancient fungi, to create modern fermented food products. Warehouse 16

Tracy Hui – Handmade Haori jackets. Warehouse 18

Visual Harmony Interiors ~ With a delight for design and creative handcrafts, Carrie Yoshida offers an array of visual accents for gift giving, with Cyanotype note cards, journals, desk calendars, and night lights, and Japanese paper art jewelry and hair clips. Warehouse 4

Wendy Yoshimura – Watercolor cards and prints. Warehouse 3

Wilder Bites – Single-ingredient dog and cat treats. 6 Food Court, outside