Tortoiseshell Pattern Ramen Spoon
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Light and easy to hold, this ramen spoon is carved with a tortoise shell design, made by Yamanaka Lacquerware. It is perfect for eating noodles such as udon, soba, and ramen.
Since it is lacquered with natural lacquer, anyone from small children to the elderly can use it safely.
Chopsticks are famous for Japanese cutlery, but spoons are also often used. This lacquered spoon is perfect not only for noodles, but also for other Japanese dishes such as Tofu or soup. Its timeless traditional design is suitable for long-term use, daily use or when entertaining guests.
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DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | L 20 cm (7.9 in) x H 3.5 cm (1.4 in) |
| Material |
Wood [Coating] Lacquer |
| Microwave | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
Crafts
Yamanaka lacquerware, produced in the Yamanaka Onsen district of Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, has a proud history of more than 450 years. It is characterized by the harmony of natural wood grain and the refined maki-e technique, where gold, silver, or colored powders are delicately sprinkled to create elegant patterns.
Yamanaka lacquerware is crafted into a wide variety of items including chopsticks, bowls, plates, trays, spoons, ladles, and natsume tea caddies. It is known for being lightweight, durable, and beautifully refined. Traditional black and vermilion lacquer finishes are often used.
Yamanaka lacquerware continues to evolve, blending timeless tradition with modern aesthetics to suit contemporary lifestyles.
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Spoons & Forks
We have selected handmade spoons and forks from all over Japan to make your dining table more enjoyable. Japanese forks are perfect for Japanese sweets, while lacquerware spoons are just right for chawanmushi steamed custard dishes. The delicate shapes of all our utensils will fit beautifully and comfortably in your hands.
Lacquerware
Japanese lacquerware, also called shikki in Japanese, is a proud handicraft with a long history dating back to 5,000 BCE, and traditional methods are still followed today. Durable, light, antibacterial, and robust enough to endure for more than one hundred years, Japanese lacquerware is not only beautiful, but also highly functional.
In addition to the fine Japanese lacquerware found in antique and vintage pieces, there is also contemporary Japanese lacquerware suitable for modern life made by artisans who continue to improve their skills and pass on tradition today.
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