Filipino artisanal crafts, with their rich heritage, sustainability, and inno­vation, offer meaningful homeware for Japanese expats. This guide introduces standout Filipino brands offering bespoke furniture, handwoven textiles, and home goods. Each brand showcases a unique blend of traditional techniques and modern aesthetics, reflecting the rich talent found in the Philippines.

Make your house feel like a home with a touch of quint­essential Filipino hospitality — pieces from these brands offer a glimpse into the islands’ spirit and artistry, ideal for global appreciation.

TWWA TAGOLWANEN HANDWOVEN

The Tagolwanen Women Weavers Association (TWWA) works to preserve the traditional mat-weaving craft of the Tagoloanen tribe and pass it on to future generations. The organization empowers Tagolwanen women by pro­moting indigenous arts and support­ing their right to self-determination. Instilling cultural pride and economic independence together with its 148 active Bukidnon-Tagolwoanen tribe women weavers, the weaving tradi­tion has been revitalized — tangible through their flagship banig (mat), bas­kets, placemats, hats, bags, and more. Their products have been recognized through international export.

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PHILUX

Philux is a Filipino furniture man­ufacturer and retailer that began as a small workshop with two carpenters. Over the years, it has expanded into a company of over 200 employees, featur­ing a manufacturing workshop and five retail showrooms across Metro Manila. Philux specializes in thoughtfully de­signed and consciously crafted furniture by creating luxury, locally. Furniture is made from premium, kiln-dried wood sourced sustainably. Merging traditional Filipino techniques with modern tech­nology, Philux’s pieces seamlessly evoke form and function — made to last and stand out.

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E. MURIO

E. Murio Manila is a family-run workshop established in 1984, special­izing in handcrafted furniture with a unique aesthetic that combines Filipino with Spanish and Far Eastern influences. Known for its intricate details like bind­ings and bone fittings, the brand offers both heritage and contemporary pieces. E. Murio also welcomes collaborations for custom furniture and has extensive experience in residential and contract projects globally. Their furniture aims to be “intimate architecture for the body,” evoking emotion and comfort as seen in their diverse catalog of designs.

SUSTAINABLY MADE®

SustainablyMade® of MARSSE Trop­ical Timber offers wooden kitchenware, home accessories, and furniture crafted with sustainably farmed hardwoods like mahogany and teak from Umingan, Pangasinan. Rooted in ethical practices, the brand transforms tree farm resourc­es into durable, one-of-a-kind products, while employing local rice farmers and promoting environmental advocacy.

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CASA SELMA

Casa Selma was found­ed by designer Vito Selma, who is from the furniture capital of Cebu. It is a Fili­pino-owned company fo­cused on thoughtful design in furniture, lighting, and home accessories. The brand emphasizes creativity and meticulous craftsmanship, drawing inspiration from its surroundings and fostering collaboration. The company strives to create high-quality pieces that reflect the beauty of Filipino design.