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irashai services ltd

irashai (pronounced ih-rah-shay) is an informal way of saying welcome in Japanese. Our business has evolved from primarily working as a cultural consultancy in areas such as sourcing of Japanese products, materials and ingredients. We have a particular focus on the environment and traceability. As well as Japan, we also now work with suppliers from Europe, India and Pakistan as well as closer to home in the United Kingdom.

Japan and Japanese sourcing is still a key area of the business and is reflected in many of the products sold. In recent years, Japan has experienced a shrinking local market and are having to consider the wider market. Combined with advanced technology and a design-led approach, Japan are leading the way in many new environmental products, services and new development - often by combining old and new methods in production.

Overall, this website has come about thanks to our own personal passion for all things eco, the environment, true sustainability and knowledge of where products are made. We are working with producers directly to ensure craft skills are nurtured and supported for future generations.

During our research we have discovered a lot of really unusual and design-oriented products, materials and ingredients. We have chosen some of these products to list on the website as we have worked closely with their manufacturers and have gained first hand experience in using the products and materials.

We aim to deliver quickly and safely, be as helpful as possible, and resolve any problems with minimum fuss.

Customers seem to like our honest, down to earth approach.

We are always working on our range, and continuing to build awareness of what we do.

Ngaire Takano is a sourcing specialist and works across multi sectors providing support to businesses, chefs, individuals (Personal buyer), NGO's, designers and manufacturing companies.  

Ngaire is an ex organic buyer and product supply chain analyst. With a passion for supporting eco, artisan, ethical, biodynamic, organic and environmentally sound producers, Ngaire sources ingredients, materials, finished products and services. With specialist skills on traceability, Ngaire works with manufacturers, designers and individuals who wish to implement a cleaner and traceable supply chain from start to finish.

52
Boyn Valley Road
Maidenhead
Berkshire South East
SL6 4ED
United Kingdom
01628 636082

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