Echizen Lacquerware Chopsticks - Golden Sakura Petals (Engravable)
These pentagonal chopsticks are carefully coated with natural lacquer and adorned with a design inspired by Japan's cherry blossoms. The textured tips, created using lacquer powder, ensure a secure grip, making it easier to handle slippery foods like noodles.
Crafted in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, these chopsticks are made with natural lacquer and wood, offering a safe and reliable choice.
Available in various sizes, you can select the perfect fit to match your hand size.
Craftsman – Naoto Tsuchida
As a specialist in bowls and chopsticks, Tsuchida Naoto creates a wide variety of meticulously crafted lacquered chopsticks. These chopsticks are finished using a special lacquer technique developed with a new method, incorporating gold leaf for decoration, making them highly durable.
Origin – Echizen Lacquerware
Echizen lacquerware dates back as early as the 6th century. The technique known as Hana-nuri, where lacquer is applied to prevent brush marks and dust, gives these chopsticks their distinct finish. Many of these chopsticks have a smooth, pleasant feel that allows users to appreciate the full beauty of the lacquer. Additionally, gold leaf increases in beauty over time, making these chopsticks a joy to use and admire.