Product Information

• Brand:Marumi Yasuda Kawara
• Material:Ceramics
• Product type:Chopstick Rest
• Country of origin:Niigata, Japan
• Dimensions (approx):45 x 45 x 15 mm
• Item weight (approx):70 g
• Shipping weight (approx):170 g

Key Features

• This tableware is handmade of traditional “Yasuda Kawara” individually by professionals.
• It is colored white and iron gray as if the snow piles on roof tiles.
• The unevenness on the surface prevents chopsticks slipping.
• As individually handmade, each is slightly different in size, color and looks.

Use & Care

• It will get discolored with oil stains, but return to the original color when washed.
• Wash it with dishwashing detergent after use.
• Dishwasher safe.
• Not compatible with microwave, open fire and oven.
• This product is not recommended for those who have severe metal allergy as its glaze contains iron.

Background

Marumi Yasuda Kawara Kogyo Corporation is a company that manufactures roof tiles called Yasuda Kawara and undertakes roof repair. It is located in Niigata, which is known as the city of fabrication. Yasuda Kawara has a long history since the end of the Edo Period. It is hard and tough with less absorption coefficient and high thermal insulation and cold resistance, indicated for use in cold regions. Their tableware integrated with tile manufacturing technology and materials feature a unique iron gray color and wrinkles. The unevenness of surface provides good grip and prevents food slipping to prevent beautiful food presentation.