Bamboo Spatula

This aluminum perforated ladle is functional as well as beautiful. Featuring maple leaf-shaped holes, a hammered finish, and a vine-wrapped handle, it transitions seamlessly from kitchen to dining table.

The perforated maple leaf design isn’t just decorative—it makes everyday cooking easier. Soups stir smoothly with less resistance, food is less likely to stick to the spoon, and you can gently mix ingredients without clouding the broth. It’s equally handy for skimming fat, straining noodles, checking stew ingredients, or serving at the table.

The all-over tsuchime, or embossed metal, is created through numerous hammer strikes for a textured effect. The akebi vines bring a touch of Japan’s nature, while the slightly tapered handle makes it easy to hold. Each vine-wrapped handle is carefully crafted—soaked in water and tightly bound by hand—resulting in a refined texture that ages beautifully over time. 

Available in two sizes, these ladles are a versatile choice for both cooking and serving.

Nanpu Kougei

Nanpu Kougei is a maker of bamboo crafts based in Hiji Town, Oita Prefecture—a place of lush greenery and stretches of coastline. The company carries forward the region’s deep connection to this traditional material through time-honored techniques, as they aim to establish Oita as a leading name in Japan’s bamboo industry.

Using only locally sourced bamboo, Nanpu Kougei creates functional items such as bento boxes and strainer trays—each one carefully handwoven to suit everyday use.

Beppu Bamboo Craft

Beppu Bamboo Craft is characterized by henso, the traditional technique of weaving and assembling flat bamboo strips to form intricate shapes. Designated as a Traditional Craft of Japan in 1979, it includes eight fundamental weaving techniques. By combining these methods, over 200 different patterns can be created.

Originating in Beppu, Oita Prefecture, this craft reflects a legacy of meticulous handwork. Each piece has a unique charm that grows with time—the color deepens, the sheen emerges, and the joy of long use becomes part of the experience. Their warmth and character bring comfort just by being nearby.