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Studio Otesei


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Studio Otesei is the artisan branch of Culture Toronto. Our designers and makers have been trained in life drawing, illustration, fine jewellery, ceramics, photography, bookbinding, CAD/CAM, woodworking and textiles.

Otesei means “handmade and homemade” and embodies the spirit that goes into making these one of a kind items.

All items we ship have tracking unless otherwise stated.

We proudly accept PayPal.

All prices in Canadian dollars.

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Meet and experience


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culturenaut

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A person on a journey of self betterment through delving deeply into every culture and the arts that spring from them. They take the good wherever they find it and are not afraid of exploring anything.

“Jimmy is learning everything from Muay Thai and Judo to painting and wood carving. He is even studying Chinese! What a culturenaut.”

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Play Time's Scar from Chrono Cross - Guitar Tab by Toshiro
Play Time's Scar from Chrono Cross - Guitar Tab by Toshiro
Nando Demo「何度でも」by Dreams Come True - Hiragana Kanji, Romaji and English Lyrics plus Music Video
Nando Demo「何度でも」by Dreams Come True - Hiragana Kanji, Romaji and English Lyrics plus Music Video
cute aggression (leaks from his laptop) - キュートアグレッション / キタニタツヤ / kitani tatsuya
cute aggression (leaks from his laptop) - キュートアグレッション / キタニタツヤ / kitani tatsuya
Jupiter(木星)(中文字幕) by Ayaka Hirahara - Hiragana Kanji, Romaji and English Lyrics plus Music Video
Jupiter(木星)(中文字幕) by Ayaka Hirahara - Hiragana Kanji, Romaji and English Lyrics plus Music Video
Sangatsu Kokonoka (9th March) - Remioromen - Kanji, Romaji and English Lyrics plus Music Video
Sangatsu Kokonoka (9th March) - Remioromen - Kanji, Romaji and English Lyrics plus Music Video
Matsuri by Fujii Kaze (藤井風) with Hiragana and Romaji Lyrics
Matsuri by Fujii Kaze (藤井風) with Hiragana and Romaji Lyrics
Hadaka no Kokoro (裸の心; Naked Heart) by Aimyon with Hiragana and Romanji
Hadaka no Kokoro (裸の心; Naked Heart) by Aimyon with Hiragana and Romanji
Lemon by Kenshi Yonezu with Hiragana and Romanji
Lemon by Kenshi Yonezu with Hiragana and Romanji
Learning Japanese through anime and jpop music! Reading Hiragana letters for absolute beginners
Learning Japanese through anime and jpop music! Reading Hiragana letters for absolute beginners
Sukiyaki (Ue Wo Muite Arukou; 上を向いて歩こう) Lyrics by Kyu Sakamoto with Hiragana and Romanji
Sukiyaki (Ue Wo Muite Arukou; 上を向いて歩こう) Lyrics by Kyu Sakamoto with Hiragana and Romanji
The Culture Toronto Boat Castle Project by Toronto artist Nate Kogan of Playground Inc.
The Culture Toronto Boat Castle Project by Toronto artist Nate Kogan of Playground Inc.
Archery and Community with Culture Toronto
Archery and Community with Culture Toronto
The Ways We Celebrate The @Raptors' Legendary Win NBA Finals 2019 @KardinalO @champagnepapi @arashmadani
The Ways We Celebrate The @Raptors' Legendary Win NBA Finals 2019 @KardinalO @champagnepapi @arashmadani
Is HEMA a sport just for white people? No, but it can damn well feel that way! Racism in The Hema Alliance
Is HEMA a sport just for white people? No, but it can damn well feel that way! Racism in The Hema Alliance
Cold Iron is Master of Them All, Barbs of Feathers
Cold Iron is Master of Them All, Barbs of Feathers
Names of Famous Swords through History, Barbs of Feathers
Names of Famous Swords through History, Barbs of Feathers
Gotta Catch em All, Poke-memes!(Wait, what?)
Gotta Catch em All, Poke-memes!(Wait, what?)
Broly's Power is Maximumer!
Broly's Power is Maximumer!
How Social Media Makes It Impossible to Engage in Difficult Conversations
How Social Media Makes It Impossible to Engage in Difficult Conversations
Into the Spiderverse: Redefining Quality in Animation
Into the Spiderverse: Redefining Quality in Animation
Animation's Advancement: Reasons for using handdrawn and Stop Motion over 3D animation
Animation's Advancement: Reasons for using handdrawn and Stop Motion over 3D animation
Totoro's Place in History
Totoro's Place in History
103rd OCADU GradEx @OCAD #GradEx103
103rd OCADU GradEx @OCAD #GradEx103
Foolish for Ghibli 4 Quick Pics! Green screen pics still being processed...
Foolish for Ghibli 4 Quick Pics! Green screen pics still being processed...
Best questions asked to @Facebook's Mark #Zuckerberg before Congress so far
Best questions asked to @Facebook's Mark #Zuckerberg before Congress so far
RIP Isao Takahata, Studio Ghibli Co-founder April 5th 2018
RIP Isao Takahata, Studio Ghibli Co-founder April 5th 2018
Walking Into a World: Ni No Kuni 2 and Studio Ghibli (sort of)
Walking Into a World: Ni No Kuni 2 and Studio Ghibli (sort of)
Why Mary and The Witch's Flower by Studio Ponoc must be seen!
Why Mary and The Witch's Flower by Studio Ponoc must be seen!
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Foolish for Ghibli+ thank you and Gallery I!
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Origin of the name of Toronto

To uncover the origins of the word "Toronto," one must look at archaeological and historical records to determine who would have used the term and to what they might have been referring to.

The name Toronto first appears in the historical record as the "lac de Taranteau" on a map of southern Ontario produced in 1670 by Father Rene de Brehant de Galinee. Interestingly, the name referred to Lake Simcoe and not the area known as Toronto today. French "courieurs de bois" used the term but it clearly is not French. One must look to the native languages spoken in the region to see whether there is a clue to its origins.

The social and political situation in southern Ontario was in a state of flux in the 1600s. Huron peoples lived in the Lake Simcoe region during the first half of the 17th century. Their word "Ouentaronk" is recorded in early European journals with a variety of spellings. There are possible meanings "poles spaced over a distance" or "poles that cross."

The Huron were driven out of the Lake Simcoe area around 1650. By 1666, members of the Iroquois Confederacy -- Mohawk, Oneida, Cayuga and Seneca -- had moved into southern Ontario, so it should not be surprising that a Mohawk word was being used for Lake Simcoe. Allowing for different spellings, Lake Simcoe was called some version of "Taronto" between 1670 and 1710. The root "-ront" refers to trees. The original word might have been "Tkaranto" meaning "where there are trees in water."

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Perfect Anime Hoodie


Perfect Anime Hoodie


Perfect Anime Hoodie - Ponyoohoo
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Perfect Anime Hoodie - Ashitaka and Yakul
CA$100.00

This gender neutral hoodie is inspired by our love of Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke! Our original designs are embroidered on lush fabric that is super soft. It is the perfect gift to get cozy in for the holidays. This is a limited production run so get yours before the size and color you want are gone!!

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Perfect Anime Hoodie - Howlu and Calciferdesu
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DragonBallZ Trunks Shirt and Mug


DragonBallZ Trunks Shirt and Mug


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Vegetah Build Tee
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Vegetah Build Hoodie
Vegetah Build Hoodie
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BUILD SON!

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DragonBallZ inspired Trunksu and Fureeza-desu T-SHIRT - Reddit version
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This is an iconic moment and would make a hype shirt. The design is a mix of anime and manga art, and it will be put on a heavy cotton black T-shirt (American Apparel).

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DragonBallZ inspired Trunksu and Fureeza-desu T-SHIRT - Sumith Version
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Sumith wanted a cleaner design. “Just Trunks and the DBZ logo.”

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DragonBallZ inspired Trunksu and Fureeza-desu MUG
CA$28.00

This is an iconic moment and would make a hype shirt. The design is a mix of anime and manga art, and it will be put on a white mug with a black handle and black inner.

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Embroidered Hats


Embroidered Hats


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The Classic Flex-Fit Hat from Culture Toronto
CA$35.00 CA$50.00

Designs are No-face, calcifer, zelda and mononoke inspired, but very unique.

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12x18" Original Posters


12x18" Original Posters


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My Cake Tree Custom Cakes


My Cake Tree Custom Cakes in The GTA

My Cake Tree Custom Cakes


My Cake Tree Custom Cakes in The GTA

 How can we make your cake dreams come to life?

Some Cake Examples For Your Imagination

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Riya + Rain Handmade Jewellery


Riya + Rain Handmade Jewellery


Introduction

Hi everyone, I’m Amanda! I started Riya + Rain Studio to get back into being creative again. I studied Jewellery and Metalsmithing at OCAD University and spent a few years exhibiting and selling my sterling silver and colourful enamel work.

I went back to school and became a Dental Technologist where I still used a lot of the same tools and processes and so far I’ve spent ten years in the field. During my maternity leave I got the itch to make jewellery again, but this time in a way where I could do so at home, during my newborn son’s naps.

I am so excited to be working with colour and texture again, and can’t wait to explore all the exciting possibilities with these lightweight polymer clay styles.

Thank you for coming along this journey with me!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please note that due to the nature of the material, each pair of earrings is unique and may differ slightly from image shown. Colours may also appear slightly different due to monitor settings. All metal components are nickel and lead free.

Polymer clay earrings are lightweight and durable but please handle them with care. Avoid wearing them in the shower, pool or during sleep. Avoid surface scratches by storing them safely in a dry place.

We do our very best to give you a quality product, so while returns and exchanges are not accepted, please reach out to riyarainstudio@gmail.com if there is ever an issue with your order and we will do our best to make it right.

All products are ready to ship unless otherwise indicated. If products are ready to ship, please allow 1-3 business days processing time plus shipping time. All made to order products require 5-8 business days processing time plus shipping time. One of a Kind products will only have one of it’s type available.

If you require tracking information please choose so in the drop down menu for your purchase. Riya + Rain Studio is not responsible for any lost or stolen packages.

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Watermelon Tourmaline Series 01
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Mint Rose Quartz Series 01 [Made to Order, Handmade]
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Lapis Lazuli Series 01
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Black Quartz Series 01
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Free Palestine Martial Arts Rashguard


Free Palestine Martial Arts Rashguard


 

“It’s a Fantastic Rash Guard and better yet , the proceeds go to a much needed cause. A simple gesture that I stand with the innocent men , women and children of Palestine 🇵🇸!! 🙏 ”
— William J Venator
“Great quality material, it hugs your body (fitted) and its thicker than normal so expect it to feel slightly warmer. Overall the quality is great and the print work is flawless. Highly recommend!”
— Hassan
“Quality of the material and colours are great! Feels very comfortable during physical activities and stays light on the body.”
— Tahir

This martial arts rashguard is inspired by the Palestinian resistance to occupation and martial arts like Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu where a rashguard is highly recommended to wear under your gi, or if you’re playing no-gi. The colour scheme is of the Palestinian flag, with the red arrow, green, white and black. The tiger and dragon represent martial arts, but also the ferocity of the people fighting for justice and the rights of all human beings! Train with new intensity in the

Free Palestine Martial Arts Rashguard by Studio Otesei

Version 1 (Sharifu’s version)

Version 2 (Hassan’s version)

Why? As of December 2023, more than 8,000 children and more than 6,200 women have been killed in Gaza. And when Palestinians should be in tears and fury, they're showing a level of resilience and gratitude that is exemplary of humanity's potential for indominable hope.

Why wear a Palestinian inspired rashguard? Because your values matter and hopefully this interesting design will inspire conversations that help spread peace and love for all human beings. At least we made a statement and spoke out against a genocide.

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Free Palestine Martial Arts Rashguard (proceeds go to Palestine aid)
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Material:

  • 82% Polyester, 18% Spandex

  • water sport friendly, surf’s up!

  • Moisture-wicking to keep you dry during athletic activities

  • UPF 50+, blocking 95% of harmful sun rays


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