Dishwasher safe Chopsticks Calabash Red

The shape of the calabash – called Hyōtan in Japanese – is used as a good luck charm in Japan due to its pinched shape in the middle, preventing bad luck from passing through. This is why you will find many silhouettes of Hyōtan on everyday products.

Wooden chopsticks with a modern finish using the traditional lacquer technique Fuki-Urishi.

The finish is carefully done with a brush, by hand, by qualified craftsmen.

These chopsticks are durable and sturdy.
They are dishwasher safe.

Size: 22.5cm
Finish: lacquer paint War natural

*The color of the lacquer changes subtly over time, please note that there are subtle differences between each product.

Tsuchinao Shikki

Tsuchinao Shikki is a small company located in Fukui Prefecture which, with 15 employees, celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2022.
Its artisans have followed rigorous training and development in accordance with the skills and traditions of the company. This small company is also a leader in the field of lacquerware, emphasizing both the traditional skills of artisans, but also the new ideas of younger employees.