Bamboo Spice Container

This bamboo spice container has a traditional feel and brings a natural warmth to a table setting. Designed for shichimi (Japanese seven-spice), this spice container is ideal for any dry seasonings, such as furikake, sesame seeds, and more.

To use, open the stopper at the top to fill with the seasoning of your choice. To serve, hold the container so the small dispensing hole at the bottom is pointing up, unplug the hole, then turn it over and give a few shakes over your food for the desired level of seasoning.

Each stopper is precisely designed for an airtight seal, and may feel somewhat tight to open—but this serves to preserve the flavor and aroma of the contents.

Shichimi is made primarily from chili peppers, with additions such as black pepper and sesame seeds. It is typically sprinkled over noodle dishes like udon, soba, ramen, or rice bowls. A dedicated container like this is often used because chili powder is sensitive to moisture, whereas bamboo is naturally moisture-resistant, making them an ideal pairing.

With its rustic appearance and playful structure, this spice container offers both functionality and charm. It adds a quiet touch of craftsmanship to the everyday dining table.

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.