Takanori Urata
Japanese
Born in 1974

Studied design at kuwasawa design school and worked at TOKUJIN YOSHIOKA DESIGN INC.
TAKANORI URATA DESIGN INC. was established.

After that, he established the outdoor gear brand "sunsetclimax".

Currently he is working as a designer,
Representative of TAKANORI URATA DESIGN INC.
Representative of sunsetclimax


Awards received in the past
2018 GOOD DESIGN AWARD 2018 (JAPAN)
2019 iF DESIGN AWARD 2019 (Germany)
2019 LUXlife 's 2019 Leading Designers Awards.(England)
2019 Japan Space Design Award BEST100 Winner (JAPAN)
2019 DFA Design for Asia Awards Bronze Award (Hong Kong)
2019 German Design Awards 2020 (Germany)
2020 iF DESIGN AWARD 2020 (Germany)
2020 International Property Awards (Asia Pacific) "five-star Best Retail Architecture Japan" (England)
2022 The Architecture MasterPrize (USA)
2022 A'DESIGN AWARD Bronze Award,
2023 A'DESIGN AWARD Golden Award, Silver Award

Metal Cup by Takanori Urata A multi-purpose cup designed for outdoor recreation such as camping It is 100% made in Japan, and produced with care at a factory in Tokyo, one by one. The cup is made of stainless steel 304 with excellent anti-corrosion and is formed into a beautiful shape by a metal spinning process. The finish is bead blasted to maximally enhance the shading of the form. An elegant brand logo is designed on the bottom. You can use the cup like a bowl or with a detachable handle. The detachable handle is made of titanium to balance the cup.

Lead Recycled Cork LED Lantern by Takanori Urata Recycled corks from wine bottles consumed in Tokyo are collected and re-molded into the body. The light emitted on the cork's soft surface emits a warm glow on the spot. Compact size that can be carried even in times of a disaster. The gentle light leads you to a hope in any place. Rechargeable for up to 13 hours of lighting. This lighting was designed to contribute to a sustainable society by recycling corkscrews, which are usually thrown away, as a valuable resource. As of now, some of the corks collected from about 750 restaurants in Tokyo are being used.

Sakura Cup by Takanori Urata He designed the Sakura in order to make efficient use of wooden materials without wasting natural resources. The symmetry shape features curved surfaces that offer a natural both-hands fit and it enhances a beautiful wooden grain. A fine finish of the rim creates a soft reaching to the mouth, which is handmade individually by Japanese traditional craftsmen. The white and beige mixed color rope is decorated as a cup holder with a tiny tied snake knot is an accent of the design not to be simple.

Cell Tent by Takanori Urata sunsetclimax's camping tent, which is called Cell, prioritizes comfort and pursues a beautiful design, employing quick setup and a minimal frame. The unique entrance blocks views from other guests while allowing occupants to enjoy scenery from inside. The elegant off-white fabric stands out outdoors, creating a bright and refreshing space during the day. At night, internal lighting illuminates the entire tent, resembling a decorative fixture. Cell harmonizes functionality and beauty, serving as an art piece that enhances the atmosphere with a comfortable and enjoyable outdoor experience.

Takanori Urata

3,5,3,komatsugawa,Edogawa

1320034

P: +81-3-6478-2200

Takanori Urata is IAD member since 2023, with 8154 IAD rating.