Where It All Began
In 2008, master cabinetmaker Hiroshi Inoue opened a single-room workshop in Jingumae, Shibuya. Frustrated by the gap between factory kitchens and true craftsmanship, he set out to create kitchens that would outlast the buildings they occupied.
Hiroshi had trained under traditional Japanese carpentry apprenticeships before studying modern European kitchen design in Munich. That blend of disciplines — Japanese precision joinery combined with Scandinavian functional design philosophy — became the DNA of CabinetCraft Japan.
What started as a one-person studio has grown into a 22-person team of designers, craftspeople, project managers, and installation specialists, all united by the same principle: every kitchen is a once-in-a-generation investment.
Design Through Listening
We believe a great kitchen emerges from radical listening. Before a single line is drawn, we spend time in your home — understanding how you prep meals, entertain guests, store groceries, and move through the space daily.
That insight drives every design decision. Aesthetics follow function. We design storage systems, workflow routes, and cabinet proportions around real human behaviour first, then apply the material palette and finish detailing that gives the kitchen its character.
The result is a space that looks beautiful because it works beautifully — not in spite of function, but because of it.
The People Behind the Craft
18 years of bespoke cabinetry experience. Trained in traditional Japanese joinery and contemporary European kitchen design. Oversees all design direction and client relationships.
Specialist in space-optimised layouts for Tokyo apartments. Over 120 completed residential projects. Known for solving impossible storage challenges in 12 square-metre kitchens.
Oversees all cabinet manufacturing at our Shibuya workshop. Ensures every component meets exact tolerances. Trained at a traditional Japanese carpentry school.
What We Stand For
Radical Listening
We begin every project by understanding your space, habits, and dreams — not imposing a template design onto your life.
Precision Craft
Every joint, hinge, and surface is executed to millimetre tolerance. We measure twice, cut once, and take responsibility for everything we ship.
Longterm Thinking
We design kitchens to last 20+ years, not 5. We choose materials for durability, not just trend, and back our work with a 10-year warranty.
Sustainable Practice
FSC-certified timber, water-based finishes, and local sourcing. We design with environmental responsibility as standard, not exception.
Key Milestones
Studio Founded
Hiroshi Inoue opens a single-room workshop in Jingumae with one mission: craft kitchens that last generations.
First 100 Kitchens
Studio expands to a full workshop with CNC machinery. Reputation for precision spreads through Tokyo.
22-Person Team
Hire dedicated project managers and installation crews. Begin taking on larger, more complex projects across Tokyo and Kanto region.
Design Recognition
Studio receives Tokyo Design Week acknowledgment. Featured in Japanese interior design publications for bespoke approach.
350+ Completed Projects
Reach milestone of 350 kitchens with 98% client satisfaction. Established as Tokyo's leading bespoke kitchen studio.
The CabinetCraft Commitment
18 Years In Business
Consistent, continuous operation since 2008 — long enough to stand behind every kitchen we've built for nearly two decades.
350+ Kitchens Delivered
Deep portfolio of completed projects. Visit our case studies or ask for references — we're happy to connect you with past clients.
98% Client Satisfaction
Our 4.9-star average rating and 10-year warranty reflect our confidence in both design and execution.
In-House Everything
Design, manufacturing, and installation all happen under one roof. No middlemen, no finger-pointing, one team accountable to you.