Black Bamboo Food Picks

This set of four reusable food picks features the beautiful dark grain of black bamboo. They highlight bamboo's natural aesthetics and resilience, delivering a flexible yet durable option that resists breakage effortlessly.

Each individual food pick features unique characteristics in grain, node placement, thickness, and shape—subtle variations that celebrate the individuality of the natural materials. The warm, rustic texture of kuro-dake (black bamboo) harmonizes seamlessly with a wide variety of dishes and table settings.

The handle is elegantly wrapped in rattan, providing a refined appearance along with a comfortable, well-balanced grip.

Its tip is meticulously shaved at an angle, making it ideal not only for serving small appetizers like pinchos and hors d’oeuvres but also for slicing delicate wagashi and other Japanese confections with finesse.

A simple yet refined addition to everyday meals or special occasions, these food picks add a touch of natural elegance to any 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.