Celebrating Japanese Craftsmanship

Retail | Wholesale | Travel

WAZA - Experts in Japan

WAZA is a specialist importer, retailer and wholesaler of premium Japanese goods. With 20 years of Japan travel experience, the WAZA team in Cape Town and Tokyo offers unique expertise in Japan trade and travel.

Exclusive distributors of premium Japanese brands

We work directly with Japanese artisans and trading companies to source unique, premium and durable goods for homes, offices, work spaces and hospitality businesses. We visit new suppliers regularly to document the manufacturing processes.

OUR APPROACH

Showcasing the Japanese art, science and craft of making things

Monozukuri is a Japanese concept which is defined as "the art, science and craft of making things". It originates from Japan's traditional culture of craftsmanship, and incorporates the spirit to produce excellence, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

WAZA showcases monozukuri in our business approach. We strive for a (s)low consumption business model, where our product selection criteria comprises:

  • Made in, or inspired by Japan;

  • Innovative design;

  • Quality craftsmanship;

  • Aesthetic appeal, and

  • Durability for long time use

Our Cape Town store

201 Bree Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa