Black Textured Urushi Chopsticks

Urushi lacquered Chopsticks

made by Mayuko Fujitsuka

Guest Artist Mayuko Fujitsuka makes all her pieces by hand. She likes to feel each vessel become stronger and smoother with the layers of Urushi that she applies to the wooden base. Urushi is processed from the sap of lacquer trees and used for painting and gluing. It has a strong connection to Japanese life and culture, being used for both everyday and celebratory vessels. The most characteristic feature of lacquer is that it dries in a moderately hot and humid environment. It is a special material suited to the Japanese climate. It is also resistant to alcohol, alkali and acids.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Approx. dimensions: 23 cm Length

Material: Ironwood, Urushi

Care Instructions: Hand wash with lukewarm water and soap, food safe.

Hand-made in Japan