We are Ida and Mads – a small, passionate team in Aarhus that loves Japanese aesthetics and fine craftsmanship. You can read more about us here.

Seramikku is the Japanese word for ceramics – and exactly what we started with a love for. Today we also offer Japanese decorative arts, books, tea utensils and much more, but our hearts still beat a little faster for ceramics.

If you click on the product in the webshop, you can sign up to be notified as soon as it is back in stock. Many of our items come in small batches, so it can be worth being quick.

You are also always welcome to contact us if you have questions about a specific product.

Yes, we offer gift cards that can be used both online and in our store in Aarhus. You can find them here – and they will be sent directly to your email.

We offer gift wrapping for purchases or pickups at our physical store in Aarhus.

Gift wrapping is available for frames up to size 40×50 cm. Unfortunately, we are unable to wrap pinboards or larger frames.

For webshop orders, we unfortunately do not offer gift wrapping, but all products are always packed carefully and neatly before shipping.

Yes, we have retailers stocking our posters, frames, and pinboards from our own brand, Taishō. The rest of our range is sold exclusively through Seramikku—both online and in our store in Aarhus.

See a list of our retailers here.

Our ceramics come exclusively from Japanese manufacturers. Wooden items such as picture frames and chopsticks are made in Vietnam but supplied through our Japanese partners. This ensures that all products meet both Japanese and European food safety requirements.

We select everything very carefully, with a close eye on both quality and aesthetics.

It varies from product to product, so you can always see the specific recommendations under the individual product.

Much of our ceramics is dishwasher-safe, but we recommend gentle hand washing if you want to take extra care of the glaze and keep it beautiful for many years.

Yes, all our ceramics are food-safe according to both Japanese and European standards.

We have documentation from our close Japanese cooperation partners, and we have also had the products laboratory tested ourselves.

We have annual inspections by the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration, and you can find our Smiley reports here.

Pinbōdo (ピンボード) is used in Japan as a loanword from the English 'pinboard', which means 'pinboard' in Danish.

Under the linen fabric, you will find a soft, durable wood fibreboard to which the fabric is mounted. The board is 100% PEFC-certified, ensuring sustainable and responsible forest management.

Our pinboards are available in four sizes: 50x70, 70x70, 70x100 and 100x120 cm – and can be hung both vertically and horizontally. They are available in four different colours: Natural 'Shizen', Brown 'Chairo', Pink 'Momoiro' and Green 'Midori'.

Frames are available in many sizes and colours, so you can find a frame that perfectly suits both the artwork and your style. See the full range here.

We do not offer custom-made pinboards.

Would you like a custom-sized frame? Write to us with your requirements at support@seramikku.dk, and we will get back to you with options and prices.

Our pinboards are made from natural materials – solid oak and linen – and require very little to keep them looking beautiful for a long time.

Simply dust them with a dry cloth from time to time.

The frame and fabric are natural materials and will therefore fade slightly over time.

Yes, our pinboards can be hung both vertically and horizontally. The brackets on the back are positioned so that you can easily adapt the pinboard to your wall and your room, regardless of what fits best in your interior.

We offer free shipping on all our pinboards, regardless of size. You also always have the option to pick up your order for free at our store in Aarhus C.

When you choose one of our 100x120 pinboards, it requires delivery by courier. We do this to protect the board as best as possible during transport, so that it arrives safely and intact at your home.

6 screws + 2 sawtooth brackets are included for our large pinboards (100x120 cm).

For our smaller pinboards (50x70, 70x70 and 70x100), the brackets are already mounted when you receive the pinboard.

Read the hanging guide right here.

A Japanese knife is a good choice if you want a tool that will last a lifetime. Our knives are hand-forged using traditional methods in Sakai City, which is highly renowned for the region's more than 600-year history of knifemaking.

The solid craftsmanship reflects the quality of our knives, whose specifications include: 

• 17 layers of hammered Damascus VG10 steel.
• 60-62 HRC (Rockwell hardness scale). Western chef's knives typically have a hardness of 50-55, which means a softer, duller knife that needs sharpening more often. 

The blade consists of 17 layers of hammered Damascus steel which, in addition to being incredibly beautiful, has the property of protecting the core from rust and wear.

The core itself consists of the hard VG10 steel, which was developed by Takefu Special Steel Co., Ltd. The VG10 core steel consists of a composition of very pure raw materials, which provides outstanding qualities when it comes to hardness, sharpness, and wear resistance.

All in all, the knives are a solid tool that will surely become your faithful companion in the kitchen. Cooking just becomes a little more fun when the tools help make the work easier. The knives have different properties, which you can read about here.

When choosing a new knife, it can be difficult to figure out which one to choose. The most important thing in this regard is to ask yourself what function the knife should have. In other words: what will you use the knife for?

We have compiled an overview of all our knives and their functions, so hopefully you can learn more about which knife is the right one for you. Read the full overview here.

Yes, to a large extent. Genuine Japanese knives are the result of generations of perfected blacksmithing techniques, ensuring exceptional sharpness and durability. Unfortunately, there are many cheap imitations on the market marketed as "Japanese," but which are actually machine-made with, for example, laser-etched patterns instead of genuine folded steel.

At Seramikku, we import our knives directly from the traditional regions of Sakai and Seki. They are hand-forged by local masters, which is your guarantee of authentic Japanese craftsmanship of the highest quality, so you avoid "buying a pig in a poke".

Read the full guide on the importance of a knife's origin here.

More layers do not necessarily mean a better and sharper knife.

The main purpose of the layers is to protect the hard core steel. In addition, it, of course, has aesthetic value.

Professional Japanese chefs always use knives with 3 layers. One hard core encased in 2 protective layers of stainless steel.

Whether a Japanese Damascus knife has 9, 17, 67, or even 300 layers, for that matter, is more a question of aesthetics (and price) than it is an expression of sharpness, hardness, or overall quality.

Our Japanese knives have 17 layers of hammered Damascus VG10 steel, which provides high protection to the steel due to the many layers. Additionally, the layers contribute to the knife's beautiful appearance.

The HRC scale is a unit of measurement for defining the hardness of a knife blade, developed by the international and recognized Rockwell.

The hardness of the steel is defined and graded, and parameters such as the quality and durability of the steel are also measured.

The scale serves as a good guideline when you are investing in a knife, as it can tell you where on the scale the knife in question is located compared to other knives on the market.

Seramikkus' Japanese knives are made of VG10 steel, which achieves a rating of 60-62 HRC on the Rockwell scale. In comparison, a typical Western kitchen knife is in the range of 50-55 HRC.

We have three different types of matcha – all organic and high quality, but with slightly different flavor profiles and uses. Here you can see which one suits you best:

DAILY
Made from leaves from the 2nd and 3rd harvests and has a strong, full-bodied flavor with a slight bitterness. Perfect for everyday use, especially in smoothies, lattes, baked goods, and ice cream.

TRADITIONAL
A high-quality matcha from the 1st and 2nd harvests. It has a well-balanced bitter-sweet flavor, a full, creamy texture, and a deep green color. A versatile matcha that is ideal for drinking on its own as a classic tea, but also excellent in lattes, lemonades, and smoothies.

PREMIUM
The highest quality and made from the finest, youngest leaves from the 1st harvest. It has a rich, sweet flavor, a silky-smooth, creamy texture, and a beautiful, bright green color. This grade is often used in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies.

Matcha is not just a beautiful, green drink – it is full of good things for both body and mind. Because the tea is grown in the shade before harvest and ground into a fine powder, it gets an extra high content of antioxidants, vitamins, and amino acids.

It provides a smooth, long-lasting energy thanks to the interplay between caffeine and L-theanine – without the energy crashes you can experience with coffee. L-theanine also helps to find calm and stay focused, while the antioxidants take care of the body's cells and can help strengthen the heart.

In short: a small cup of matcha can do much more than you might think.

Yes, all our matcha powder is organic.

Organic matcha not only provides a clean and natural taste, but also a vibrant green color and a high nutrient content. In other words, it is a cup of tea you can drink with a clear conscience.

You certainly can – but premium is best when enjoyed plain, as in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. If you are making lattes, iced matcha, or smoothies, daily or traditional is just as good a choice.

We usually ship within 1–2 business days. For pinboards, large frames, and pre-orders, please expect a longer delivery time.

Shipping is calculated automatically at checkout and depends on what you order. You can always see the price before you pay. We offer free delivery on orders over 599 kr.

Once we have shipped your package, you will receive an email with a tracking number so you can follow it all the way.

You can read our return policy right here, where you will also find a complete guide to your return.

Yes. If you have ordered online, you are always welcome to return or exchange your order at our store in Aarhus.

Yes – in the middle of the charming, old cobbled street Volden in Aarhus, you will find our shop with Japanese ceramics, applied arts, posters, and much more.

We look forward to seeing you at Volden 11, 8000 Aarhus C.

Yes, select “Pick up from store inventory” at checkout – we’ll let you know when your order is ready for pickup.

We look forward to seeing you!

You can contact us by writing a message in the contact form here or by sending us an email at support@seramikku.dk. 

We can also be reached by phone on weekdays between 10 am and 4 pm. Call +45 93 94 22 62.

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.