Once you use a lacquer spoon (osaji), you'll never go back to a metal spoon. That's how comfortable it is, and you can tell your body itself is happy with the lacquer spoon. The good points of a lacquer spoon are that it fits well in your hand, is light, gentle on your lips and mouth, and is very durable and long-lasting. And it's beautiful, no matter what! In foreign countries, lacquerware is called "JAPAN," which shows how proud Japan is of these items. There was an elderly bedridden person who could no longer hold chopsticks and switched to metal or plastic spoons, but they were harsh on their mouth and teeth, and it was very painful. So, when they switched to a lacquer spoon, they were able to enjoy their meals, partly because the spoon was so light and easy to hold, and I was happy. This spoon is made by hollowing out a Japanese magnolia (hounoki) tree and finished with a tameruri lacquer. (The name of Sogado is inscribed in photo 3. Photos 8 and 9 are Sogado's greetings.) It's a beautiful, practical, durable, and long-lasting spoon. By the way, my lacquer spoon was made in Kyoto, and I've been using it for over 10 years. The edge is a little chipped, but it's too good to throw away, and I'll keep using it. Size Overall length: 18 cm Scooping part at the tip: Widest part 4.3 cm x length 5.5 cm Weight: 12 grams It feels very thick, but it's the same as my metal spoon. By the way, the weight of the metal spoon is 42 grams (The handle has an elaborate design, so it may be heavier than usual.) I have strong feelings for it, so I will not offer a discount. Thank you for your understanding. Thank you.