Tortoise-Shell Patterned Bamboo Strainer
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This strainer is crafted entirely from premium bamboo sourced in Oita Prefecture, Japan. From the step each stalk is harvested to the final intricate weave, it undergoes more than ten expert processes, resulting in a piece that feels both organic and exquisitely refined. The reverse side preserves the bamboo’s natural grain, while the front boasts a luxuriously smooth, lustrous finish, offering a beautifully tactile experience.
Handcrafted from natural bamboo strips that exude a warm, tactile charm—each edge gently rounded for comfort—this piece lets light filter through its weave, casting dappled shadows that bring organic elegance to your table. In Japanese culture, bamboo’s rapid, upright growth symbolizes prosperity, while the interlocking hexagons of the kikko (tortoise-shell) pattern convey wishes for longevity, abundance, and good fortune.
Beyond its primary use as a strainer, this versatile piece also doubles as an elegant tray, seamlessly pairing with an array of sauce dishes. Whether you’re presenting aromatic tempura or arranging tea-time treats, its refined form brings both functionality and natural beauty to every table.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 24.5 cm (9.6 in) x H 2.5 cm (1.0 in) |
| Weight | 140 g (4.9 in) |
| Material | Bamboo |
| Package Type | Paper box |
| Microwave | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
Maker / Brand
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.
Crafts
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.
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Strainers
Upgrade your cooking experience with our collection of high-quality strainers, crafted with traditional Japanese materials and attention to detail. Perfect for rinsing, straining, or sifting, these versatile tools combine practicality with timeless design, making them an essential addition to any kitchen.
Bamboo Crafts
Bamboo has been actively planted throughout Japan for centuries. Flexible, strong, and versatile, bamboo is an indispensable part of Japanese culture and daily life.
The plant plays a crucial role in Japanese tableware, used as the base material for chopsticks, tea ceremony tools, and lightweight, portable items like baskets and bento boxes.
Young bamboo can match the height of mature bamboo in just three months, and completes its growth in just three years, making it a permanently replenishing natural resource.
