{"product_id":"wajima-lacquerware-chinkin-chopsticks-rice-ear-motif-black","title":"Wajima Lacquerware Chinkin Chopsticks – Rice Ear Motif, Black","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\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\u003eFine patterns are carved into the black lacquered surface and highlighted with gold, creating a refined contrast that reflects the craftsmanship of Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rice ear motif pays homage to the fertile Noto Peninsula, where rice cultivation has long been part of the local landscape and culture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWajima Lacquerware — A Japanese Tradition of Beauty and Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\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 the engraved lines are filled with gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgainst the deep black lacquer, the golden rice motif appears with quiet brilliance, creating a design that is sophisticated yet distinctly Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the Landscape of Noto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe motif depicts full ears of ripened rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Noto Peninsula, where Wajima is located, has a long agricultural tradition, and rice fields have shaped its landscape for generations. The design therefore carries a strong connection to the land and culture of the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than being purely decorative, the motif expresses the richness of harvest and the beauty of Japanese rural life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art of Chinkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\u003eArtisans carefully carve fine lines and patterns into the finished lacquer surface. Lacquer is then worked into the engraved areas, followed by gold leaf or gold powder, allowing the design to emerge from within the dark lacquer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a subtle yet striking contrast between black lacquer and gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach line reflects the precision and skill of the artisan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade for Everyday Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite their refined appearance, Wajima lacquerware chopsticks are made to be used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural wooden body keeps the chopsticks lightweight, while the lacquered surface provides a smooth and comfortable feel in the hand and at the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful example of Japanese craftsmanship that can become part of everyday dining.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\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\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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