Steinlager Tokyo Dry Japanese-Inspired Trend Edit

Japan and New Zealand share more in common than the Pacific ocean, dramatic scenery and a love for rugby. Both have strong cultural histories that influence every facet of society. From food and music, to art and design. Throw in a penchant for travel, a strong design aesthetic and a taste for good quality products and ingredients and it’s no wonder Japanese-inspired design in ever-present on our what’s hot lists.

Kiwi culture has long been enriched by Japanese influences, from pottery and garden design, to karaoke and martial arts. A perfect collision of the two worlds is evident in Steinalger’s new Tokyo dry, which combines the best of New Zealand’s raw ingredients with Japanese brewing mastery.
Check out the Nippon-inspired items:

1. Richard Warnock Tattoo POA: A Japanese-inspired design from top Kiwi tattoo artist Richard Warnock at Two Hands Tattoo. Check out Richards NZ native prints available on Etsy (shop: RoseAndRyuu). Available from twohandstattoo.com.

2. Goldsworthy Design Kimono Stool $430: The Kimono Stool from top NZ designer Nathan Goldsworthy is as much sculpture as functional furniture. Available from goldsworthystudio.com.

3. Everday Needs Japanese Trivet $129: The NZ owners behind Everyday Needs stock products with a thoughtfulness and quality that will last the test of time. Such as the graphic square trivet made in Japan by master forger of namby tetsu, or traditional cast iron, Nobuho Miya.

4. George & Willy Nail Clippers $60: The finest nail clippers in the world. Forged in Seki City, Japan, the home of Samurai Steel. Comes in a leather case. Available from the Kiwi creators of timeless life tools George & Willy.

5. Fog Linen Work bathroom body wash cloth $29: A hand-knit linen wash cloth for gentle exfoliation by Japanese lifestyle collection Fog Linen Work. Available from Father Rabbit.

6. Bioattic Juniper Bonsai or Potted Cactus in Japanese Ceramic $99 and $26 respectively: The Bonsai is aged 6-8years, and is a hardy species. Assorted cacti potted in beautiful Japanese Ceramics with blue grey river stone. Available from Bioattic, run by a Kiwi who mixes his love of NZ nature with the Japanese art of creating gardens on a small yet magnificent scale.

7. Steinlager Tokyo Dry $26.99 (for 12 pack of bottles): A perfectly balanced premium NZ lager in the refined style of a Japanese beer, available at supermarkets, liquor outlets and selected bars nationwide.