Discover crafts you won't find on the high street
浮島 UKISHIMA brings independent Asian makers to their stage: through markets, workshops and a growing community across the Netherlands, Taiwan and Japan.
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Edition 02 - 11. 07. 2026
Đôi Đũa
A collaborative graphic design project by Quan and Omar, rooted in the visual cultures of Southeast Asia and the Sinosphere. Bold colours, playful composition, and a shared commitment to fostering creative exchange across diasporic communities in Rotterdam.
WowoW
Wearable art born from artistic experimentation. Founded by Ishtar Hsu and Chan Chiao Chun, WowoW turns material experiments and creative process into sculptures you can wear — treating the body as a living laboratory, not just a display space.
mou.
Plant-powered, gluten-free sweets made with Japanese and organic ingredients. From tea-scented baked goods to seasonal mochi and naturally pigmented icing cookies — each piece made with quiet care and seasonal intention.
WaOn 和音
Authentic Japanese craftsmanship, carried by hand to Rotterdam. WaOn — meaning the harmony of different notes coming together — brings the stories, philosophy, and spirit of Japanese artisans into meaningful everyday objects.
Studio 7.3m2
Studio 7.3㎡ is the ceramic practice of Aya Tokushima, now based in Rotterdam. She trained in porcelain in Arita, Saga, and spent five years making functional ware before shifting her focus.
Now she works with clay-based materials to create objects that don't necessarily have a use, exploring the space between craft and art.
BAISA
A Japanese tea brand dedicated to sharing the beauty and ritual of Japanese tea with the world. Working closely with Japanese producers, BAISA brings the traditions and craftsmanship behind each cup into contemporary everyday life.
Edition 01 - 18. 04. 2026
Brotzeit Ceramics
Handcrafted ceramics made with the patience and warmth of baking. Each piece shaped, dried, and fired with quiet care.
NATSUKI SOMEOKA
A Japanese illustrator and graphic designer based in Rotterdam, creating visual art that is both intimate and precise.
mou.
Plant-powered, gluten-free sweets made with Japanese and organic ingredients, honouring seasonal harmony and nature's bounty.
NaN Teas
Authentic Taiwanese loose leaf teas sourced directly from farmers, thoughtfully curated with sustainable packaging.
AKSF
A zine collective by Akane, Fabiënne Kanako and Sayuri - making print culture personal, cultural, and accessible.
BAISA
Japanese organic teas and tea ware, paired with mindful experiences rooted in the quiet ritual of Japanese tea practice.