Aug. 13, 2020 UPDATE
Ueba Esou - 上羽絵惣 -
Traveler Friendly
English website/online shop available
Information
Japanese, English
Languages spoken
Japanese, English
2665 15 --- 0 reviews
Aug. 13, 2020 UPDATE

Ueba Esou

- 上羽絵惣 -
Traveler Friendly
English website/online shop available
Information
Japanese, English
Languages spoken
Japanese, English
2665 15 --- 0 reviews
Story & Recommendation
Gentle Odor Free Nail Polishes Made With Shell Powder
Modernly popular are the Gofun nail polish produced by Ueba Esou which in contrast was established in 1751 as a paint shop in Kyoto. Variety of colors is available with great pigmentation. Check out some of the traditional Japanese colors that were known to be enjoyed for many years. What’s unique about these nail polishes is that from years of experience and technique in dealing with color and paint, these polishes contains scallop shell powder, something that was used for basic white pigmented Japanese paint for centuries. Those who cannot take the strong odor that common nail polishes have now can enjoy nail colors as these polishes are water-based, gentle, and odor free.
1Recommend!
Have a Seat and Test Out the Colors!
Have a Seat and Test Out the Colors! / -
Inside the shop, you can test out all the colors they have before purchasing. Have a seat and enjoy trying out several colors to see which one looks good on you. By trying it, you can not only check the color on your nails but check the gentleness of the product as they are acetone free and odor free. You can also check the easiness of its removal.
2Recommend!
Traditional Japanese Color Series – KyoKurenai and Ai
Traditional Japanese Color Series – KyoKurenai and Ai / ¥1,204(+tax)
The pink colored “KyoKurenai” and blue “Ai” are some of the popular colors within the Traditional Japanese Color Series. The colors are rich, solid, and attractive when applied on the nails. There are 22 different colors in this series.
3Check it out!
Kagayaka Series
Kagayaka Series / ¥1,389(+tax)
There are 5 different colors in this series. Kagayaka series features colors that sparklingly shine on your nails. These shiny colored polishes are little different from other colors because they do not require alcohol or polish remover to remove them. The color will comes off while in shower or bath.
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Gofun Soap
Gofun Soap / ¥1,667(90g)(+tax)
Organic natural facial soap produced with a collaboration of Kyoto Shabon soap maker. It contains Gofun, scallop shell powder, and pearl powder beneficial ingredients for the skin. The package is well packaged which makes it perfect for a gift.
How to buy
Try on the nail polishes in the store! Find a color that suits you out of 38 types of colors.
- Shopping Tips -
Alcohol based nail polish remover is also available in the shop. Keep in mind that these cannot be taken on the airplane while nail polishes are allowed.
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