Artisan maker
Japan
Since 1975
Hiroyuki Tokutomi Pipes — handmade
The father of Japanese artisan pipe making, student of Sixten Ivarsson.
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History & heritage
Tokutomi traveled to Denmark to study under Sixten Ivarsson. He returned to Japan to create a brand new style combining Danish principles with traditional Japanese aesthetics.
What to look for
Bold asymmetric flow
Urushi lacquer accents
Use of horn and bamboo
Collectibility & value
Extremely high. Tokutomi's work is globally sought after.
Dating a Hiroyuki Tokutomi
Stamped with his name and year codes.