{"product_id":"starlight-wakasa-lacquer-chopsticks-with-paulownia-gift-box-engravable","title":"Celestial Glow Wakasa Lacquer Chopsticks with Paulownia Gift Box (Engravable)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eInspired by the quiet beauty of a star-filled night sky, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"233\"\u003eStarlight Wakasa Lacquer Chopsticks Gift Set\u003c\/strong\u003e features shimmering raden (mother-of-pearl) delicately scattered across a deep black lacquer finish. The seemingly random arrangement reflects the brilliance of distant stars, creating a design that feels both serene and captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eCrafted from natural wood and finished with natural urushi lacquer, these chopsticks are designed not only to celebrate the beauty of traditional Wakasa lacquerware but also to provide exceptional comfort for everyday dining. The fine, tapered tips offer precise control, making them suitable for everything from delicate side dishes to everyday meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003ePresented in a paulownia wood gift box, this elegant set is ideal for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, housewarmings, and other special occasions. Personal engraving is also available, transforming a beautiful gift into a treasured keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eAbout Wakasa Lacquerware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eCrafted in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eObama City, Fukui Prefecture\u003c\/strong\u003e, Japan's leading chopstick-producing region, Wakasa lacquerware has been treasured for more than 400 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eToday, nearly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e90% of all chopsticks made in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e are produced in this region. Wakasa lacquerware originated in the early Edo period, when artisans drew inspiration from the mysterious beauty of the ocean floor. Decorative materials such as mother-of-pearl, eggshell, pine needles, and rapeseed are layered beneath multiple coats of colored lacquer, creating remarkable depth, brilliance, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eEach pair is finished with natural urushi lacquer for a refined appearance and long-lasting performance. The finely tapered tips—known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\"Crane's Beak\"\u003c\/strong\u003e style—allow for precise handling of even the smallest foods while symbolizing longevity in Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eHandcrafted in Wakasa, Fukui, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eJapan's leading chopstick-producing region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eNatural wood construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eFinished with natural urushi lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2149\"\u003eGenuine raden (mother-of-pearl) decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eInspired by the beauty of a star-filled night sky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eFine tapered \"Crane's Beak\" tips for precise handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eElegant paulownia wood gift box included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003ePersonal engraving available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ginza Natsuno","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46899626508461,"sku":null,"price":46050.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8703\/4797\/files\/PXL_20260731_075507314_2_f65da691-6aa7-4bfc-98c7-fba51052672a.jpg?v=1785490595","url":"https:\/\/ginzanatsuno.com\/products\/starlight-wakasa-lacquer-chopsticks-with-paulownia-gift-box-engravable","provider":"Ginza Natsuno","version":"1.0","type":"link"}