NychairX Shikiri

In Japan, since ancient times, traditional architecture have had diverse types of partitions
– “shikiri” in Japanese – such as folding screens, sliding doors, and reed blinds.
These partitions can block dazzling sunlight or the view from the outside but at the
same time allow people inside to be aware of light, wind, or sound from outside the partition.
They are indispensable items in Japanese houses,
where people highly value the changes in the natural world outside.
Nychair X Shikiri is inspired by the concept of a shikiri partition and
suggests a lifestyle with a closer connection to nature.

: A horizontally long lattice pattern. The slight contrast of thin white lines against
the light grey background creates an image of morning sunlight
outlining the frame of a wooden lattice door.

: The narrow stripes made of blue and white lines represent light and breeze traveling
through a reed screen. The delicate coloring evokes haze over a lake.

: A pattern with large squares representing the frame of a shoji screen.
The Dark grey color with a blue tint is inspired by the deep color of forest in mist.

Top Quality Fabric & Highly Renowned Assembly Plant
The removable seat is made from top-grade cotton fabric that can easily support the user’s weight and the structure of the chair.
A factory in Takashima City, Shiga prefecture produces the characteristic patterns of Nychair X Shikiri’s fabrics using yarn dyeing and delicate weaving technique.
Another trusted factory with many years of expertise, puts together the finest materials and create the main body of the chair with special care paid to the arm rests and bending of the chair piping.

Direction & Photograph HAL KUZUYA
Styling Yuki Nakabayashi

: Soap finish: Utilizes the natural surface of oak.

: Charcoal black: A color inspired by charcoal. Urethane coating.

Textile & Interior designer

Rika Kawato took part in the production of NychairX Shikiri,
from the concept development stage to the design of the chair’s textiles and colors.
Born to a Japanese father and Danish mother, she was raised and educated in different countries
such as the Soviet Union and Sweden, and the USA.
Influences from her diverse background have been a fundamental element in her work as a designer.

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Ms. Kawato took part in the production of NychairX Shikiri,
from the concept development stage to the design of the chair’s textiles and colors.
Born to a Japanese father and Danish mother, she has lived in different countries such as the Soviet Union and Sweden and saw various cultures in her childhood.
Influence from her diverse background has been a fundamental element in her work as a designer.
She makes good use of color and materials and now works actively with domestic and international clients.

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The flagship NychairX. Its backrest angle and seat made of fabric allows maximum comfort.
Even when folded the NychairX can stand on its own.

Charcoal black/ LIGHT GREY KOSHI NY-204

Charcoal black/ BLUE GREY SUDARE NY-206

Charcoal black/ DARK GREY SHOJI NY-205

Soap finish/ LIGHT GREY KOSHI NY-201

Soap finish/ BLUE GREY SUDARE NY-203

Soap finish/ DARK GREY SHOJI NY－202

The NychairX Rocking makes it easy to get up from the chair. When users shift their body weight,
the chair rocks in a relaxing manner, creating a feeling of coziness.