These are traditional Kiso Hinoki chopsticks. Chamfered Kiso Hinoki Chopsticks, Set of 5 Safe for use in household dishwashers. The Kiso Hinoki is finished with a rubbed lacquer coating of genuine lacquer. Black x 1, Red x 1, Green x 1, Brown x 2 ■ Please understand that this is a wooden product with a lacquer finish. This is not a defective item, but please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about minor imperfections. ■ These are chamfered versions of the standard Kiso Hinoki chopsticks, so they are finished in a way that won't hurt anyone's fingers. ■ Currently, chamfered chopsticks are no longer being manufactured, so they are quite valuable. If you are looking for the standard chamfered chopsticks, please take this opportunity to purchase them.