ISHIDA KINZA SMILE CAT WAKASA LACQUER CHOPSTICKS 18 CM (7.1 IN)
¥2,300

Ishida Kinza Smile Cat Wakasa Lacquer Chopsticks 18 cm (7.1 in)

JPY ¥2,300

Only 45 pieces in stock!

These are authentic children's chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer, featuring gold maki-e, a traditional technique. The upper part of the chopsticks is cut diagonally and decorated with a cute cat and footprint pattern.

The size of the chopsticks is 18 cm (7.1 in), and they are suitable for children in the upper grades of elementary school. The tips of the chopsticks are square to make them easy to pick up. They are recommended not only for daily use but also for entertaining guests and as a gift.

The Kinza series comes in four different designs: Heart (red), Smile Rabbit (red), Smile Cat (black), and Star of Hope (navy). It is recommended to have a variety of colors to mix or to match them with siblings.

These chopsticks are made by Ishida, which has been making Wakasa lacquerware for over 80 years. Wakasa lacquerware is a traditional craft of Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, and has been around since the early Edo period(1603 CE–1868 CE).

PRODUCT DETAIL

  • Quantity: 1
  • Dimension: 18 cm (7.1 in)
  • Material: Wood 
  • Coating: Lacquer
  • Origin: Made in Japan - Wakasa Lacquerware

ABOUT ISHIDA WAKASA LACQUER CHOPSTICKS

Ishida has been making Wakasa-nuri for more than eighty years. Wakasa lacquerware is a traditional craft of Obama, Fukui Prefecture that has been around since the early Edo period.

​​Ishida not only preserves the tradition, but also challenges the best chopsticks by paying attention to the product from every angle such as material, design, and texture. Using their own skilled craftsmanship as a foundation, the company has also developed their own machinery and equipment to produce high-quality, low-cost chopsticks that balance the two polar elements of tradition and innovation, warmth and sharpness.

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ISSOU COLLECTION

Issou is an original brand of Ishida, the company which has been making Wakasa lacquer chopsticks for over 80 years. It has a variety of creative and high-quality chopsticks that fit the needs of modern life, made with the techniques that have been handed down from previous generations.

It collaborates with different production areas, such as Wajima lacquerware and Aizu lacquerware, to create beautiful designs and functionality that have never been seen before.

ABOUT WAKASA LACQUER CHOPSTICKS

Wakasa lacquer chopsticks are traditional lacquered chopsticks from Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, with a history of about 400 years. It currently accounts for more than 80% of the national share of domestically produced lacquered chopsticks. Wakasa lacquer chopsticks was designated as a "traditional craft" on February 6, 1978 in recognition of its advanced techniques. It is characterized by their unique three-dimensional patterns created by applying layers of colored lacquer made of shells and eggshells. It was sometimes called "jewel lacquering" because of the noble shine of the patterns that represented the ocean floor.

Today, you can find a wide variety of Wakasa lacquer chopsticks, some handmade using traditional methods, some made using transfer sheets, and some made using dishwasher-safe paints. Enjoy choosing the chopsticks that best suit your lifestyle.

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03/16/2023
Gerard L.
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Little jewels

I purchased the hashi as one of many gifts for a friend so I can't comment on their usability; just their appearance. I didn't realize how tiny they are ... fit for use by a child.

03/24/2023

MUSUBI KILN

Thank you for choosing our item as a gift, and leaving such wonderful feedback. You make us want to work harder and better. We look forward to seeing you again soon!