Echizen Lacquerware Chopsticks - Rikyū-Style, Black Finish

Crafted by skilled Echizen lacquerware artisans, these elegant chopsticks blend modern design with a touch of tradition. The tapered tips ensure ease of use, while their timeless style makes them a popular choice for both personal use and thoughtful gifting. They embody the signature contemporary craftsmanship of Tsuchinao Shikki.

What Is "Rikyū"?

"Rikyū" refers to Sen no Rikyū (1522–1591), a pivotal figure in the Japanese tea ceremony. His philosophy of simplicity, natural beauty, and understated elegance shaped traditional Japanese aesthetics. In products like chopsticks, "Rikyū" represents refined, minimalistic, and tasteful design, inspired by his ideals.

What Is "Tame"?

"Tame" (溜) describes a lacquer color and layering technique featuring dark reddish-brown or black lacquer in transparent or semi-transparent layers. This creates a unique depth, allowing subtle undertones to show through. "Black Tame" refers to a rich black finish with hints of red or brown visible under certain lighting, enhancing its sophisticated appeal.

About the Artisan: Tsuchida Naoto
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.