Iwachu Furin 775YBR Cast Iron Wind Chime – Ochre Yellow

The Japanese Furin 775YBR wind chime by Iwachu is a small cast iron bell with a warm ochre-yellow finish. Its rounded shape and slightly wavy lower rim give it a simple, harmonious appearance. The fine dark speckles on the surface provide a subtle contrast to the yellow colouring.

With a diameter of 4 cm and a height of 5 cm, this wind chime is particularly compact. It is suitable for hanging by a window, in an entrance area or on a sheltered balcony. In a gentle breeze, the clapper inside moves and produces the clear, metallic sound characteristic of Japanese cast iron wind chimes.

Japanese Furin from the cast iron tradition of Morioka

This wind chime is made by the Japanese manufacturer Iwachu, a company based in Morioka in Iwate Prefecture. The city is known for its traditional cast iron craftsmanship, preserved under the name Nambu Tekki.

Alongside teapots and other practical household items, this craft tradition also encompasses decorative objects such as Furin wind chimes. Cast iron gives them their distinctive sound, while different shapes and surface colours provide a variety of designs.

The sound of the Japanese summer

Furin (風鈴) are closely associated with summer in Japan. Traditionally, these small wind chimes are hung beneath the eaves, by windows or on verandas. Their delicate ringing evokes a passing breeze and is associated with a feeling of summer freshness in Japanese culture.

Unlike the equally common glass Furin, cast iron models produce a metallic, resonant tone. The ochre-yellow 775YBR combines this traditional sound with warm colouring and an understated shape.

For the sound to develop fully, the wind chime should hang freely in a location where a gentle breeze can reach it. A place sheltered from prolonged exposure to moisture is recommended to preserve the cast iron surface.

Product information

• Manufacturer: Iwachu
• Origin: Japan
• Model: 775YBR
• Material: Cast iron
• Colour: Ochre yellow with dark speckles
• Diameter: approx. 4 cm
• Height: approx. 5 cm
• Net weight: approx. 105 g

A soft, dry cloth is sufficient for cleaning. The wind chime should not be exposed to rain or moisture for prolonged periods.