Thank you for visiting. ◆History of Wajima Urushi Ware Around 1000 years ago, in the primitive life around Wajima, people who knew the mysterious effects of Urushi (natural lacquer) probably painted on their bowls. Since the Muromachi period (about 600 years ago), Wajima craftsmen have produced furniture, kitchenware, and many other items for Japanese civilians. ◆Wajima Urushi Ware All Wajima Urushi Ware is handmade. It uses large quantities of Urushi mixed with "Jinoko" (base powder, a type of diatomaceous earth found in Wajima) and undergoes 75 to 124 processes to complete. ◆How to care for your Urushi Ware For kitchenware: Rinse in warm water, wipe with a wet cotton towel, then wipe with a dry, soft gauze. For other items: Simply wipe with a dry, soft gauze. Store in a case with a cap of water, or place it near a glass of water. 【Agency inquiries welcome】 【Now is the time for the weaker yen!】 #chopsticks #madeinJapan #JAPAN #SAMURAI #NINJA #KYOTO #OMOTENASHI #箸 #輪島塗 2350