{"product_id":"wajima-lacquerware-chinkin-chopsticks-rice-ear-motif-black-paulownia-gift-box","title":"Wajima Lacquerware Chinkin Chopsticks – Rice Ear Motif, Black, Paulownia Gift Box","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShort Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted Wajima lacquerware chopsticks decorated with an elegant rice ear motif using the traditional Chinkin technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a Japanese paulownia wood gift box, this set makes a refined gift that brings together traditional craftsmanship, beautiful presentation, and everyday usability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWajima Lacquerware — Japanese Craftsmanship in a Gift Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese elegant black chopsticks are crafted using the traditions of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWajima-nuri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of Japan’s most renowned forms of lacquerware, originating in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface is decorated with graceful ears of rice using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a traditional decorative technique in which delicate patterns are carved into the lacquered surface and highlighted with gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rich black lacquer and fine golden decoration create a quiet, sophisticated contrast that reflects the refined aesthetic of Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the Landscape of Noto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe motif depicts ripened ears of rice, a familiar symbol of abundance and harvest in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWajima is located on the Noto Peninsula, a region whose landscape and culture have long been closely connected with agriculture and rice cultivation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe motif therefore carries not only decorative beauty, but also a sense of connection to the land, season, and traditions of Noto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art of Chinkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the representative decorative techniques of Wajima lacquerware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine lines and patterns are carefully carved into the lacquered surface. Lacquer is then applied to the engraved areas, followed by gold leaf or gold powder, allowing the motif to emerge with delicate brilliance against the dark lacquer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is understated, elegant, and distinctly Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a Paulownia Wood Gift Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pair is presented in a traditional Japanese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epaulownia wood box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, known in Japan as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekiribako\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaulownia boxes have long been used in Japan to store and present valued objects because of their light weight, clean appearance, and refined character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural texture of the wood complements the black lacquer chopsticks beautifully, making this set especially suitable for gifts, commemorative occasions, weddings, anniversaries, and other special moments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening the wooden box becomes part of the experience, creating a distinctly Japanese sense of presentation and ceremony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade for Everyday Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough these chopsticks have the presence of a traditional craft object, they are also designed to be used and enjoyed at the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural wooden body keeps them lightweight, while the lacquered surface provides a smooth and comfortable feel in the hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA piece of Japanese craftsmanship that can become part of everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraft:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wajima lacquerware \/ Wajima-nuri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chinkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rice ears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Urushi lacquer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22.5 cm \/ 8.9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Paulownia wood gift box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause each piece is handcrafted using natural materials, slight variations in color, grain, and finish may occur. 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