2025-12-09

[New Product] Introducing "ROKU," a hexagonal wooden nameplate

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new product, ROKU, from our wooden nameplate specialty store "HARUTAKE".
The design combines the rich texture of wood with the precise hexagonal ("roku" in Japanese) form.
We offer a new, high-quality option for nameplates, which can be called the face of a home.


■ The "Good Omen" Behind the Form

The hexagon is a shape often seen in nature. For example, hexagons are used in beehives (honeycomb structures) and are known for their extremely strong image.

The traditional Japanese hexagonal pattern "Kikko (亀甲)" is, as its name suggests, a hexagonal crest inspired by the shape of a turtle's shell, and is considered a symbol of "longevity," "robustness," and "unchanging."

In the world of feng shui, the hexagon is also considered a shape that promotes "longevity," "stability," and "harmony," and it is said that using it in a space helps balance the energy that protects the home and life.

Therefore, the combination of "hexagon x wood" is a design that allows for the warmth of the material + the auspiciousness of the shape = a special meaning as a nameplate.

For example, ROKU's appeal is its ability to express messages such as "protecting the home," "stability for the dwelling," and "long-lasting use" through its form itself.


■ About the Wood Species

Because it is a wooden nameplate, the meaning and background of each material deepen the enjoyment of choosing.

  • Keyaki (Japanese Zelkova)

    Keyaki has been used as a heavy timber for temples, shrines, and residential buildings in Japan since ancient times. In the context of Japan's forest and wood culture, there is a belief that wood (wooden) symbolizes "connection to nature," "source of life," and "harmony."
    By choosing Keyaki for your nameplate, you can feel "Japanese tradition," "strength and durability," and "presence of the material."

  • Walnut

    Walnut wood is characterized by its beautiful dark brown grain and robustness. Walnuts have been considered a symbol of "wisdom," "learning," and "insight," and walnut as a wooden nameplate adds "dignity and elegance," "a home with wisdom," and "a sophisticated impression."

  • Hard Maple (Maple)

    Maple wood is light-colored and transparent, and it goes well with natural and bright homes. In Japanese culture, maple (枫・かえで・もみじ) is also a symbol of "change," "natural beauty," and "tranquility."
    Therefore, a maple wooden nameplate conveys the meaning of "a bright and clean home," "a life that enjoys the rhythm of nature," and "a design that highlights the material."

  • Cherry

    Cherry wood is reddish-brown, warm, and gains character with age. Furthermore, "cherry wood" also symbolizes "love," "purity," and "deep roots," and by choosing cherry for your nameplate, you can embed messages such as "affection for the home," "a warm impression," and "something that grows with time."


■ The Value of a Home Achieved by the Wooden Nameplate "ROKU"

  • Its hexagonal form, an "auspicious shape," creates a strong impression for the face of your home.

  • The carefully selected wood materials—Keyaki, Walnut, Maple, and Cherry—allow you to enjoy the unique warmth, texture, and aging of wood.

  • In terms of function, it comes with specifications such as laser engraving and finish coating, providing peace of mind for outdoor installation of a wooden nameplate.

  • Furthermore, the combination of "shape (hexagon) + material (wood) + 'face' for the home" makes it not just a "board with a name carved on it," but a nameplate that serves as a fitting "symbol" for your home.


Choosing a nameplate for new construction, renovation, moving, or as a gift, accompanying changes in your living environment. ROKU is not just a "board with a name carved on it"; it is a product that combines "material beauty" and "the meaning of its shape" to elegantly enhance the first impression of your home. The wood as a material, the auspiciousness of the hexagonal shape, and the stories embedded in each type of wood. We hope this information helps our readers choose the perfect nameplate for the "face" of their home.


■ How to Order & Notes

Flow from Order to Shipping

1

When ordering, please select your preferred wood type, size, and engraving specifications.

2

After confirming the text, layout, and font to be engraved,
you will receive a design sample for approval.
*Design samples will be sent via email.

3

We will proceed with production and shipping.
*Production is expected to take approximately 3 to 5 business days.

Notes

Please understand that there may be color differences compared to the monitor display.

As natural materials, there may be changes such as cracking, discoloration, fading, and warping. Due to manual processing, there may be slight dimensional errors.

It is recommended to avoid installing in places exposed to rain or direct sunlight.