Comments on: Neko Chigura: Traditional Japanese Cat Bed http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/ Modern designs for living with cats Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:26:18 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Monsterbeast « Objection|403 http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-108343 Monsterbeast « Objection|403 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 02:07:34 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-108343 [...] 2 weeks ago, we got a new cat. While perusing the internet for cat-related things, I came across this page on traditional woven cat beds. I love me a craft project, and so set about making my [...] [...] 2 weeks ago, we got a new cat. While perusing the internet for cat-related things, I came across this page on traditional woven cat beds. I love me a craft project, and so set about making my [...]

]]> By: Neko Chigura vs. DWR Woven Pet Basket http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-104318 Neko Chigura vs. DWR Woven Pet Basket Fri, 13 Aug 2010 22:32:35 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-104318 [...] Moderncat wrote an excellent post about Neko Chigura, which are Japanese cat beds made out of rice straws. Straw work like this is a traditional Japanese art form, and which is beautiful as well as functional — straw stays cool in the summer and keeps in heat in the winter. Unfortunately, as noted on Moderncat, the beds aren’t yet available in the U.S. Too bad cuz they’re not so expensive for a well-made, handcrafted item (about the equivalent of $43-$184). [...] [...] Moderncat wrote an excellent post about Neko Chigura, which are Japanese cat beds made out of rice straws. Straw work like this is a traditional Japanese art form, and which is beautiful as well as functional — straw stays cool in the summer and keeps in heat in the winter. Unfortunately, as noted on Moderncat, the beds aren’t yet available in the U.S. Too bad cuz they’re not so expensive for a well-made, handcrafted item (about the equivalent of $43-$184). [...]

]]> By: Carolina Niebres http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-65459 Carolina Niebres Wed, 10 Feb 2010 17:48:48 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-65459 Oh, cool! These would be awesome to have here! Oh, cool! These would be awesome to have here!

]]> By: Gretchen http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-62346 Gretchen Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:35:42 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-62346 Awesome! Awesome!

]]> By: Michelle Rue http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-61831 Michelle Rue Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:47:26 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-61831 Wow! I know my little lexi would just love this. A place to hide and nap! Wow! I know my little lexi would just love this. A place to hide and nap!

]]> By: Gloria http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-59439 Gloria Sat, 23 Jan 2010 03:16:31 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-59439 I love it where can they be purchased, a must have I love it where can they be purchased, a must have

]]> By: Diane http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58708 Diane Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:47:45 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58708 OMG I would love to have this my furry babies would love this, they have a banana leaf box they love!!! OMG I would love to have this my furry babies would love this, they have a banana leaf box they love!!!

]]> By: Bogey http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58513 Bogey Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:12:43 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58513 Very Nice! Very Nice!

]]> By: C’est pas bientôt fini !? @ www.ohmycat.fr http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58202 C’est pas bientôt fini !? @ www.ohmycat.fr Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:30:09 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58202 [...] ce site. Un clin d’œil également aux États Unis : Thank you Kate (from the famous website Moderncat.net) for featuring some products I talked about. I’m very proud ! You’re welcome ! Bon [...] [...] ce site. Un clin d’œil également aux États Unis : Thank you Kate (from the famous website Moderncat.net) for featuring some products I talked about. I’m very proud ! You’re welcome ! Bon [...]

]]> By: Mascotas y diseño | Monkeyzen http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58193 Mascotas y diseño | Monkeyzen Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:00:16 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58193 [...] Se dirige a dueños de gatos “modernos”, proponiéndoles lo más actual del mercado. Un ejemplo de artículo que se publican ahí es la cama japonesa que aparece en la galería. Se trata de una cama [...] [...] Se dirige a dueños de gatos “modernos”, proponiéndoles lo más actual del mercado. Un ejemplo de artículo que se publican ahí es la cama japonesa que aparece en la galería. Se trata de una cama [...]

]]> By: Tina http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58121 Tina Wed, 13 Jan 2010 02:01:12 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58121 The technique is not unique to Japan, Stateside I've seen baskets using the same weaving technique. Both pine needle baskets (Western Native American origin and Sweet Grass I believe either of Gala origin(Carolinas?) or African American ( before Civil War?) I've also seen modern versions that use close-line / rope and strips of cloth (as in rag rugs) If one knows how to crochet a rag rug .... Or sew a rag rug Just make a circular basket. The technique is also on the Web any decent search engine should find the sites. Maybe it's me being my normal frugal crafty self... but I honestly can't see spending that much even on my self. Theres also a strong sense of satisfaction and pride in knowing that one has the ability to create and possibly start one's own cottage business!! The technique is not unique to Japan, Stateside I’ve seen baskets using the same weaving technique. Both pine needle baskets (Western Native American origin and Sweet Grass I believe either of Gala origin(Carolinas?) or African American ( before Civil War?) I’ve also seen modern versions that use close-line / rope and strips of cloth (as in rag rugs) If one knows how to crochet a rag rug …. Or sew a rag rug Just make a circular basket.

The technique is also on the Web any decent search engine should find the sites.

Maybe it’s me being my normal frugal crafty self… but I honestly can’t see spending that much even on my self. Theres also a strong sense of satisfaction and pride in knowing that one has the ability to create and possibly start one’s own cottage business!!

]]> By: cristiaana sabella http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58036 cristiaana sabella Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:10:21 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58036 can I buy one anywhere in Europe or the U.S.? I am living in Sweden. can I buy one anywhere in Europe or the U.S.? I am living in Sweden.

]]> By: Diane http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58009 Diane Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:37:03 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58009 This is the first time that my cat, Gary, has watched a video - I am not sure if it was the cat or the language. He was mesmerized. I weave baskets but nothing like that - and have not done any since adopting the Boys - Pumpkin will eat anything (like a goat) and I don't think reed would be good for him. Awesome baskets! This is the first time that my cat, Gary, has watched a video – I am not sure if it was the cat or the language. He was mesmerized. I weave baskets but nothing like that – and have not done any since adopting the Boys – Pumpkin will eat anything (like a goat) and I don’t think reed would be good for him. Awesome baskets!

]]> By: Beth http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-58007 Beth Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:03:16 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-58007 Beautifully crafted, lovingly made. Absolutely awesome. Beautifully crafted, lovingly made. Absolutely awesome.

]]> By: Melanie http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57987 Melanie Wed, 06 Jan 2010 19:58:46 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57987 Although not as beautiful as the japanese model, this american model is also handmade, very attractive and I guess more accessible http://www.dwr.com/product/woven-pet-basket.do?keyword=pet+bed&sortby=ourPicks Although not as beautiful as the japanese model, this american model is also handmade, very attractive and I guess more accessible

http://www.dwr.com/product/woven-pet-basket.do?keyword=pet+bed&sortby=ourPicks

]]> By: Christianne http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57983 Christianne Wed, 06 Jan 2010 19:00:30 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57983 This has turned out to be my number one on my kitty wish list. I wonder if anyone makes a similar basket here in the u.s. It is beautiful and carries the loving energy of its creators! This has turned out to be my number one on my kitty wish list. I wonder if anyone makes a similar basket here in the u.s. It is beautiful and carries the loving energy of its creators!

]]> By: peggy w http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57970 peggy w Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:33:01 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57970 Oh How Great a Bee Hive for Cats! Oh How Great a Bee Hive for Cats!

]]> By: mimi http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57947 mimi Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:38:12 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57947 I read the Neko-Chigura website, they said that you have to wait for over a year to get it. It takes time to make it because it's hand made. Also they are using rice straw and they have to wait for the rice harvest. About scratching, the straw is braided very tight, so the Neko-Chigura shouldn't be destroyed. Although, you might want to train your cat to not scratch it. There are 5 sizes from small to big. The biggest one is 17,000yen (approximately $185). I don't think they ship internationally.... http://www.nekochigura.com I read the Neko-Chigura website, they said that you have to wait for over a year to get it. It takes time to make it because it’s hand made. Also they are using rice straw and they have to wait for the rice harvest.
About scratching, the straw is braided very tight, so the Neko-Chigura shouldn’t be destroyed. Although, you might want to train your cat to not scratch it.

There are 5 sizes from small to big. The biggest one is 17,000yen (approximately $185).

I don’t think they ship internationally….

http://www.nekochigura.com

]]> By: Renee http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57944 Renee Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:12:33 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57944 i love the look of these and am sure my furbabies would love one also. i love the look of these and am sure my furbabies would love one also.

]]> By: Judy http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57932 Judy Tue, 05 Jan 2010 23:48:45 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57932 Oh my goodness, my two would love it! Although Ketzel would also use it as a scratching post. She does have a thing for baskets. but I think they would find it very cosy, the way it would keep in their body heat. I hope that now someone becomes inspired to import them! Oh my goodness, my two would love it! Although Ketzel would also use it as a scratching post. She does have a thing for baskets. but I think they would find it very cosy, the way it would keep in their body heat.

I hope that now someone becomes inspired to import them!

]]> By: Missy K http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57927 Missy K Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:06:30 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57927 They originated in Niigata prefecture,which is north above Nagano,so its cold ! The handmade ones all come from Niigata. More piccies http://nippon-kichi.jp/article_list.do?p=5981 http://blog.livedoor.jp/vitaamica/archives/50689954.html If you have a pal in Japan,you can ask them to get you one and mail it. Its what I have to do usually. You can buy them here: http://www.okuechigo.com/tokusan/wara/ I suspect iris-pet might have them too,but not sure where on the site to look.They have no search engine. http://www.iris-pet.com/nyan If I find an english friendly seller,I'll pass it on. Missy They originated in Niigata prefecture,which is north above Nagano,so its cold !

The handmade ones all come from Niigata.
More piccies
http://nippon-kichi.jp/article_list.do?p=5981
http://blog.livedoor.jp/vitaamica/archives/50689954.html

If you have a pal in Japan,you can ask them to get you one and mail it.
Its what I have to do usually.
You can buy them here:
http://www.okuechigo.com/tokusan/wara/

I suspect iris-pet might have them too,but not sure where on the site to look.They have no search engine.
http://www.iris-pet.com/nyan

If I find an english friendly seller,I’ll pass it on.

Missy

]]> By: Alexandrea M http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57922 Alexandrea M Tue, 05 Jan 2010 21:43:02 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57922 I am going to try really hard to not ask my friends who moved back here from Japan to pick me up one the next time they visit. Those are awesome! I am going to try really hard to not ask my friends who moved back here from Japan to pick me up one the next time they visit. Those are awesome!

]]> By: jmuhj http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57917 jmuhj Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:45:56 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57917 These are the quintessential cat beds! Beautiful video. I haven't seen them for sale stateside, but IKEA does have a lot of baskets that are similar, as has Cost Plus in the past, where I bought several rice-straw baskets originally made for picnic use, rectangular, with handles at either end, and dyed with a color pattern at the top, all the way around. Lined with soft bedding, they were very cat-pleasing and made beautiful accents in our home. These are the quintessential cat beds! Beautiful video. I haven’t seen them for sale stateside, but IKEA does have a lot of baskets that are similar, as has Cost Plus in the past, where I bought several rice-straw baskets originally made for picnic use, rectangular, with handles at either end, and dyed with a color pattern at the top, all the way around. Lined with soft bedding, they were very cat-pleasing and made beautiful accents in our home.

]]> By: Daniela Caride http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57916 Daniela Caride Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:40:12 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57916 That's a wonderful products and a great post! I'm glad I could learn about Japanese handcraft. That’s a wonderful products and a great post! I’m glad I could learn about Japanese handcraft.

]]> By: Zan http://www.moderncat.net/2010/01/04/neko-chigura-traditional-japanese-cat-bed/comment-page-1/#comment-57913 Zan Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:42:44 +0000 http://www.moderncat.net/?p=6211#comment-57913 How beautiful! Fits right into a room's decor. No one would know it was a cat's bed. I'd love one for my kitty. How beautiful! Fits right into a room’s decor. No one would know it was a cat’s bed. I’d love one for my kitty.

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