Kinto is a producer of a thoughtful and creative collection of tableware items, founded in 1972 in Shiga, Japan. Products of Kinto are about balance between usability and aesthetics and balance between simplicity and subtle elegance. Often designs are rooted in Japanese traditions and interpreted in a way that fits with the modern lifestyles all around the world. One of the uniqueness of KINTO products is the integration of different materials such as glass, porcelain, stainless steel, and wood, carefully crafted by talented artisans in Japan and overseas.