Frequently asked questions

  • Obuchi’s first chapter draws inspiration from the Grimms' Fairytales, and tells of an entirely original story written by the founder, Yumi Obuchi. There is a wizard, his strange creatures, and a mischief-loving star… all in solid 14k/18k gold and sterling silver.

  • Every piece tells a story. We reimagine echoes from literature, art history, and transform well-loved narratives into wearable art.

    Drawing from Yumi Obuchi’s engineering background, all pieces are meticulously designed to last generations and often… they are kinetic!

  • Our debut collection is currently being hammered out in the forge. Online sales is not open to the public yet, but you can preview some of the pieces if you subscribe to our mailing list ;)

    On stockists: several one-of-a-kind pieces are currently safeguarded by Jun and Taylor Satoh of the Japanese art collective, Utility Works, and will be sold in their Tokyo gallery. Details and availability will be shared with subscribers.

  • We adore personal stories. To honor them properly, we only take custom or bespoke work on a case-by-case basis.

    Custom - for something with a special touch:

    Tweaks, variations, and upgrades within our design language.

    Bespoke - for a tale that belongs only to you:

    Our first chapter together is a personal design consultation where we discuss your vision and inspirations.

    Then, Obuchi will present hand-drawn sketches for you to visualise what could be, source the perfect stones, hand-carve a wax model, and cast it in gold or silver. Finally, each piece will be finished with love and care, and come with a warranty.

    Disclaimer - we do not make pieces based on customer CAD drawings or replicate other designers’ work.

  • Subscribe to our mailing list for exclusive updates, early access, and collector drop notifications.

    You can also follow us on Instagram for glimpses into the forge.

  • Given the limited-run nature of each drop, most designs won’t be restocked once sold. Occasionally, some can be revisited on a custom-order basis.

  • Wholesale inquiries are welcome. Please contact us directly via email to discuss a potential partnership or sample request.