
Founded in 1959 and based in Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture, Shinko Metal is a Japanese manufacturer specialising in finely crafted metalware.
Tsubame has a long-established reputation for metalworking, and Shinko Metal draws on this regional tradition to create copper products that combine practical use with an appreciation of form and material. Its range includes traditional bath and washing vessels, alongside decorative and household pieces.
The work involves a number of traditional metalworking processes, including forming, hammering, polishing and finishing. Copper is particularly valued for its warmth, versatility and the way its appearance changes over time. Rather than remaining unchanged, its surface gradually develops a deeper colour and individual character through use.
Shinko Metal represents a continuing tradition of Japanese craftsmanship, bringing together established techniques and useful, thoughtfully designed objects for everyday life.