Ipu Pungarehu
$489.00
A handcrafted ashes vessel for a loved one’s final resting place ~ A natural and lasting tribute
A meaningful and culturally respectful Toi Māori memorial, handwoven in Aotearoa (New Zealand).
Choosing an Ipu Pungarehu allows families to place their loved one’s ashes in something made by hand, with intention and respect.
It is a vessel that can reflect:
- love
- remembrance
- whakapapa
- connection to whenua and tikanga
- the beauty of natural materials and traditional Māori weaving
For families seeking something meaningful, practical, and heartfelt, an Ipu Pungarehu offers a special way to honour a loved one.
It is suitable for:
- display in the home
- placement at the urupā
- burial
Two style options are available:
- Huapae – a lower, horizontal shape
- Poutū – a taller, upright shape
Both styles are made with the same care, purpose, and craftsmanship.
Handcrafted in Aotearoa (NZ) by “art by RIWA® Ltd”
Size: 25.5L x 13W x 12H cm – The Ipu Pungarehu is designed to hold a standard cremation box.
What is an Ipu Pungarehu?
An Ipu Pungarehu is a handwoven vessel designed to hold a standard cremation box with dignity, warmth, and meaning.
Created using traditional raranga māori techniques, each piece is woven from harakeke whā/rau (leaf) and muka (fibre), making it a natural and beautiful way to honour the memory
of a loved one.
For many families, it offers a more personal alternative to a plain ashes container, while also reflecting connection, care, and cultural significance.
Each Ipu Pungarehu is individually handcrafted in Aotearoa (NZ). As every piece is woven by hand from natural materials, no two are exactly the same. Small variations in tone, weave, and finish are part of the
character and beauty of the piece.
Each vessel is finished with a clasp or toggle. This may be replaced with a loved one’s own taonga, such as a pounamu pendant, allowing the vessel to carry even deeper personal meaning.
More Information
All urns listed on our website are in stock and are usually couriered to you the following business day. Urns that are available on backorder are clearly marked and will be shipped when they are in stock.
For New Zealand orders, our courier picks up around midday so if you place your order in the morning on weekdays, it may be couriered that day! Rural Delivery can take a few days extra.
Tiny Urn Orders e.g. Tiny or Mini Urn - FREE on orders over $150, otherwise within NZ $7.50 urban/$13.50 rural delivery.
Small Urn Orders e.g. Hearts, Keepsakes (with or without Jewellery for 1-2 hearts, otherwise moves to Large Urn Order pricing) - within NZ $12.50 urban/$15.50 rural delivery
Large Urn Orders e.g. Adult, Teardrop, or more than 2 keepsake hearts (with or without Jewellery) - NI Urban $17.00, NI Rural $23.00, SI Urban $26.50, SI Rural $34.50
For details on our shipping rates and for Australian rates, please see our Shipping Page
LARGE URN
Holds the ashes of an Adult.
Approx 270mm high X 170mm wide
Capacity holds approximately 3.5 litres
MEDIUM URN
Perfect size for a small child or pet.
Approx 170mm high x 140mm wide.
Capacity holds approximately 1.5 litres.
KEEPSAKE HEART
The perfect on shelf momento.
Approx 80mm high x 70mm wide
Holds approximately 1/2 cup of ashes.
MINI & TINY URNS
An ideal keep a portion of ashes.
Mini Urns 73mm H x 45mm, holds 3 Tbs
Tiny Urns 40mm H x 30mm, holds 2Tbs
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