We offer timeless craftsmanship that brings together tradition and innovation.

We specialise in curating and designing Japanese tiles sourced exclusively from the Tajimi region, where the art of ceramic tile-making has been passed down through generations of skilled makers.

Our commitment to preserving these techniques, combined with a rigorous approach to quality and material selection, allows us to bring rare, hand-selected Japanese tiles to an international audience.

Rooted in Japan’s ceramic heritage, Makani creates and curates tiles for architects, interior designers and private clients worldwide. From individual pieces to bespoke collections, our focus is on material integrity, craftsmanship and the character that comes from processes shaped by hand, glaze and fire.

Our design philosophy centres on a neutral, monochromatic palette, allowing rich textures, subtle colour variation and sculptural forms to become the focal point. It is an approach built around balance and restraint, creating surfaces with depth rather than decoration.

While our work is rooted in Japan, Makani is international, with our headquarters in London, a presence in Dubai, and stock held across the UK, USA and UAE. Our tiles are specified across residential, hospitality and commercial projects around the world, connecting Japanese ceramic craftsmanship with architecture across different cultures and environments.

Our approach is personal. We work directly with architects, interior designers and clients on both existing collections and bespoke solutions, while maintaining close relationships with our makers in Japan. We believe enduring design comes from the relationship between material, craft and place — and that the most compelling surfaces reveal more with time.