Wood‑grain Plum Blossom Shaped Bento Box

This magewappa bento box, crafted by Odate Kougeisha, is shaped like a plum blossom. The beauty of the wood and the warmth of Japanese craftsmanship are gently conveyed.

Designated as a traditional craft by the Japanese government, it is made using Akita cedar, known for its fine, even grain. Light in weight yet durable, it offers a smooth texture and a quiet sense of quality. You can enjoy the subtle scent of cedar.

The two-tiered design allows for compact storage and ease of use when carrying. It can be used with just one layer or two layers. It is also useful as a serving item for snacks or confectionery on a party table!

It can also be used as a small container for accessories and other small items.

Odate Kougei’s bento boxes are finished with a urethane coating, allowing them to be used for oily or strongly colored foods. They are suitable for dishes such as fried foods and tomato-based pasta. After use, they can be washed gently with dishwashing detergent.

Odate Kougeisha

Odate Kougeisha is one of the oldest makers of magewappa—traditional Japanese wood-bending crafts. Originating from Odate City, Akita Prefecture, magewappa has a history of 1,300 years. The magewappa crafts of Odate Kougeisha are carefully made with time and care, shaped one-by-one by craftspeople using traditional techniques that have been unchanged for generations.

Odate Magewappa

Odate magewappa is a Japanese wood-bending technique that has been carried on in Odate City, Akita Prefecture for 1,300 years. In the late 17th century, it developed as a side job for the lower class samurai of downtown Odate Castle. In 1980, Odate's magewappa was officially designated as a traditional Japanese craft, the only kind to receive this distinction among all magewappa crafts in Japan.