Basket Weave Bamboo Strainer

This round bamboo strainer is highly resistant to heat and humidity, making it a durable and long-lasting kitchen essential. The basket-weave design efficiently removes excess water. It is ideal for straining soba and other noodles, draining water from fruit or vegetables, and cooling boiled vegetables.

Precisely handwoven, its warm, handcrafted charm looks just as at-home on the table as it does in the kitchen. A white rattan binding reinforces the rim, adding both strength and a refined, clean-lined appearance that lends the strainer a quiet elegance.

It is available in two sizes: 8.3 in and 10.6 in.

・8.3 in size: Compact and easy to handle, perfect for serving soba noodles, tempura, udon, or small side dishes for one person. 

・10.6 in size: A larger option ideal for sharing meals with multiple people or displaying seasonal fruit.

The front and back of each individual strainer display slightly different bamboo tones, a subtle detail that reflects the natural character of the material. The sturdy weave ensures reliable use, making this a piece you’ll reach for again and again.

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.