Twin Marten (058)

About the Ezo Marten

• It is a carnivorous animal of the weasel family that inhabits Hokkaido and is highly agile.
• It is active both in trees and on the ground, preying on squirrels, voles, and other small animals.
• Its winter fur turns yellowish-brown, and its coat color changes with the seasons.
• It builds nests and raises its young in tree hollows and other suitable locations.
• It is an important predator within Hokkaido's forest ecosystem.

About the Photographer

Natsumi Handa - Born in Asahikawa, Hokkaido in 1986. While working as a nurse on hospital wards, she photographs Hokkaido's wildlife after night shifts and on holidays. She started photography in 2013 and in just a few years has won numerous awards in national and international photography contests, including 2nd place in the Country Award (Japan) at the "Sony World Photography Awards 2017". She has published photo books 『Pirka』 and 『Kamuy』, capturing the beautiful fur, adorable expressions, and the cycle of life of animals.

Recommended For

• Gifts for those returning to Hokkaido
• Presents for wildlife lovers
• Luxury souvenirs for nature enthusiasts
• Gifts for coffee lovers
• Shareable gifts for special occasions

Pack Contents

• Self-roasted coffee beans (10g) - for one cup
• Low-acid, easy-to-drink dark roast
• Blend of carefully selected beans from Brazil, Ethiopia, etc.
• Best before: 12 months from roast date
• Package size: 120mm × 100mm × 5mm

About the Premium Souvenir

TAISETSU COFFEE is a coffee packaged with photographs of Hokkaido's wildlife. Precious moments of the Ezo Marten, captured by Natsumi Handa, are vividly printed. It features luxurious packaging and carefully selected coffee beans, making it an excellent high-quality gift that evokes the nature of Hokkaido.