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Description:
The UNI Tray by Riki Watanabe reflects a thoughtful approach to everyday interaction. Originally designed for the exchange of credit cards, cash, or change, it sits quietly between giver and receiver, turning a routine transaction into a more considered, hand-to-hand gesture.
A gentle curve runs along the edge, making it easy to lift coins, cards, or small objects while giving the tray a soft, continuous form. Finished in a matte surface, it carries a subtle tactile quality and a presence that remains unobtrusive yet intentional.
It can serve as a pen tray, a place for a warm towelette, or a base for an incense holder, adapting easily to different moments throughout the day. Available in three sizes.
History:
Riki Watanabe (1911-2013) was a pioneer of modern Japanese design. Riki helped establish the Japan Industrial Designers’ Association and received many awards including the Milan Triennale Exhibition Gold Award, the Mainichi Design Award, and the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon awarded by the Government of Japan during his 102 years of life. Today, Riki is known for many of his award winning designs including furniture, tableware, clocks and even designed the interior of hotels. His series of wall clocks and desk clocks are some of the most frequently reproduced in the world today.
The UNI Tray by Riki Watanabe reflects a thoughtful approach to everyday interaction. Originally designed for the exchange of credit cards, cash, or change, it sits quietly between giver and receiver, turning a routine transaction into a more considered, hand-to-hand gesture.
A gentle curve runs along the edge, making it easy to lift coins, cards, or small objects while giving the tray a soft, continuous form. Finished in a matte surface, it carries a subtle tactile quality and a presence that remains unobtrusive yet intentional.
It can serve as a pen tray, a place for a warm towelette, or a base for an incense holder, adapting easily to different moments throughout the day. Available in three sizes.
History:
Riki Watanabe (1911-2013) was a pioneer of modern Japanese design. Riki helped establish the Japan Industrial Designers’ Association and received many awards including the Milan Triennale Exhibition Gold Award, the Mainichi Design Award, and the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon awarded by the Government of Japan during his 102 years of life. Today, Riki is known for many of his award winning designs including furniture, tableware, clocks and even designed the interior of hotels. His series of wall clocks and desk clocks are some of the most frequently reproduced in the world today.
Measurement:
Small: 7.25 in W x 3.5 in D
Medium: 8.5 in W x 4.12 D
Large: 9 in W x 4.5 in D
Materials:
Stainless Steel
Care Instructions:
Clean with non abrasive sponge and mild detergent, dry.
Small: 7.25 in W x 3.5 in D
Medium: 8.5 in W x 4.12 D
Large: 9 in W x 4.5 in D
Materials:
Stainless Steel
Care Instructions:
Clean with non abrasive sponge and mild detergent, dry.
Returns must be made within 2 weeks in original, unused condition with all packaging for either 1. Store credit for the full amount or 2. Refund - minus a 20% restocking fee. Tortoise does not cover the cost of return shipping or the cost of re-shipping an exchange, and the cost of shipping for returns and exchanges is the responsibility of the customer.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Description:
The UNI Tray by Riki Watanabe reflects a thoughtful approach to everyday interaction. Originally designed for the exchange of credit cards, cash, or change, it sits quietly between giver and receiver, turning a routine transaction into a more considered, hand-to-hand gesture.
A gentle curve runs along the edge, making it easy to lift coins, cards, or small objects while giving the tray a soft, continuous form. Finished in a matte surface, it carries a subtle tactile quality and a presence that remains unobtrusive yet intentional.
It can serve as a pen tray, a place for a warm towelette, or a base for an incense holder, adapting easily to different moments throughout the day. Available in three sizes.
History:
Riki Watanabe (1911-2013) was a pioneer of modern Japanese design. Riki helped establish the Japan Industrial Designers’ Association and received many awards including the Milan Triennale Exhibition Gold Award, the Mainichi Design Award, and the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon awarded by the Government of Japan during his 102 years of life. Today, Riki is known for many of his award winning designs including furniture, tableware, clocks and even designed the interior of hotels. His series of wall clocks and desk clocks are some of the most frequently reproduced in the world today.
The UNI Tray by Riki Watanabe reflects a thoughtful approach to everyday interaction. Originally designed for the exchange of credit cards, cash, or change, it sits quietly between giver and receiver, turning a routine transaction into a more considered, hand-to-hand gesture.
A gentle curve runs along the edge, making it easy to lift coins, cards, or small objects while giving the tray a soft, continuous form. Finished in a matte surface, it carries a subtle tactile quality and a presence that remains unobtrusive yet intentional.
It can serve as a pen tray, a place for a warm towelette, or a base for an incense holder, adapting easily to different moments throughout the day. Available in three sizes.
History:
Riki Watanabe (1911-2013) was a pioneer of modern Japanese design. Riki helped establish the Japan Industrial Designers’ Association and received many awards including the Milan Triennale Exhibition Gold Award, the Mainichi Design Award, and the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon awarded by the Government of Japan during his 102 years of life. Today, Riki is known for many of his award winning designs including furniture, tableware, clocks and even designed the interior of hotels. His series of wall clocks and desk clocks are some of the most frequently reproduced in the world today.
Measurement:
Small: 7.25 in W x 3.5 in D
Medium: 8.5 in W x 4.12 D
Large: 9 in W x 4.5 in D
Materials:
Stainless Steel
Care Instructions:
Clean with non abrasive sponge and mild detergent, dry.
Small: 7.25 in W x 3.5 in D
Medium: 8.5 in W x 4.12 D
Large: 9 in W x 4.5 in D
Materials:
Stainless Steel
Care Instructions:
Clean with non abrasive sponge and mild detergent, dry.
Returns must be made within 2 weeks in original, unused condition with all packaging for either 1. Store credit for the full amount or 2. Refund - minus a 20% restocking fee. Tortoise does not cover the cost of return shipping or the cost of re-shipping an exchange, and the cost of shipping for returns and exchanges is the responsibility of the customer.
