Kiso Hinoki Chopsticks (Shiraki Hinoki) Set of 5 (Lacqoured)
Kiso Hinoki Chopsticks (Shiraki Hinoki) Set of 5 (Lacqoured)
These are the highest quality chopsticks made from ``Kiso Hinoki'' from Kiso, Nagano prefecture, which is famous for its Hinoki no Sato.
Unlike square chopsticks with corners, these chopsticks have no corners, so they don't get caught and are soft and smooth, making them easy to hold.
It is incredibly light and easy to handle, making it less tiring.
The tips of the chopsticks are also slightly thicker, making them easy to grip and non-slip, making it easier to eat slippery foods such as beans, konnyaku, and udon noodles. They are recommended for a wide range of generations, from children to the elderly.
Chopsticks made from thinned Kiso Hinoki wood are carefully coated with lacquer by a lacquer craftsman.
Using a technique called wiping urushi, rubbing and drying are performed three times in total. \
Size: Length: 22.0cm, Head: 5mm, Tip: 2mm
Weight: 30g
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