Kyoto Hardwood Octagonal Chopsticks - Cherry Wood

These are beautifully crafted octagonal chopsticks, carefully carved by skilled craftsmen in Kyoto who meticulously select the materials.

About the Artisan: Meiboku Kogei Yamasho

Meiboku Kogei Yamasho meticulously crafts chopsticks using rare, carefully selected precious woods. These woods are naturally dried over decades, preserving their rustic charm. The artisan pays special attention to the beautiful grain patterns of traditional Japanese woods, creating chopsticks of exceptional quality and rarity.

The skills honed through years of crafting custom-made furniture are evident in each piece, reflecting the artisan's dedication to craftsmanship and detail. These chopsticks are a testament to the elegance and value of traditional Japanese woodworking.

About the Material: Cherrywood

Cherrywood is characterized by its soft yellow-brown hue and fine-grained texture, offering a moderate weight that feels just right in the hand. The bark of the cherry tree is famously used in kabazaiku (bark craftsmanship), making cherrywood chopsticks a natural pairing with kabazaiku chopstick cases.

Interestingly, the bark yields a medicinal substance known as ouhi, traditionally used as a remedy for throat ailments. With its balanced weight and hardness, cherrywood produces highly versatile and user-friendly chopsticks that combine beauty and practicality.