A handcrafted 27cm round bamboo basket brings genuine Japanese craftsmanship into everyday kitchen use. Woven bamboo baskets like this one have long been a staple in Japanese cooking, valued for their natural warmth and practical design.
Made in Japan, this basket is the result of three artisans working in sequence. One specialist cuts the bamboo strips into a thick, rounded profile that lets water drain quickly when produce is rinsed on top. Another weaves the strips around a sturdy iron frame, twisting each strip at three points so it can’t slip loose over years of use. A third finishes the rim by hand, wrapping it in rattan using a well-worn needle passed down through the craft.
At 27cm across, this medium size suits two to four servings of chilled soba noodles, or works well as a table basket for fresh vegetables and other everyday serving needs.
The underside shows the fresh blue-green tone typical of new bamboo, which will mellow into a soft pale color with use. Because each basket is handmade from natural bamboo, slight differences in shape, color, and weave are normal and not defects. Occasional scorch marks or soot from the manufacturing process, minor variation in strip width, or a bit of visible bamboo skin may appear, none of which affect how the basket performs.
Care is simple: rinse quickly by hand, dry thoroughly, and store in a well-ventilated spot away from direct sunlight. Avoid soaking or dishwashers, and skip airtight bags for storage, since trapped moisture can lead to mold. A little bamboo fuzz may show up on the surface now and then; just handle with care and it'll settle in beautifully.
Made in Japan, this 27 cm medium round bamboo basket is a versatile kitchen and drying basket. Use it for serving soba, draining washed vegetables, holding hot pot ingredients, or drying umeboshi, vegetables, and fish.
The thick, semicircular bamboo strips provide excellent drainage and a sturdy construction. The strips are woven into an iron frame and twisted at three points to help prevent them from coming loose, while the rim is finished with rattan wrapping. The natural green color of the bamboo underside gradually softens to a pale white with use.
As a handmade natural-material product, variations in shape, color, and size may occur. It may retain scorch marks or soot from production, and some bamboo strips may vary in width or show natural bamboo skin on the surface. Fine bamboo fibers may be present, so handle with care.
Rinse quickly by hand, wipe dry thoroughly, and dry completely in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Do not soak or use a dishwasher. Store in a dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight, and avoid non-breathable storage such as plastic bags.
