Please select the "Type" of this product before proceeding to "Purchase." ■ Product Description The warmth of natural wood that fits comfortably in your hand. An elegant wooden bowl. The Kikko-jiruwan (tortoiseshell soup bowl) has a gentle, skin-friendly texture that you'll want to use every day. "Picking up the dishes" is a unique point of Japanese dining, and the lightweight wood makes it less tiring, allowing you to enjoy your meal without stress. The tortoiseshell carving on the sides also fits comfortably in your hand, making it non-slip and easy to hold. You won't have to worry about accidentally dropping it. Wooden tableware has low thermal conductivity, so it doesn't cool down easily, and you can enjoy your meal warm until the end. You can also enjoy the unique feel of the wood, making your everyday meals more refined. You can use it for side dishes, salads, or desserts like fruits. It also seems good as a substitute for a "tongsui" (small bowl) when using it for hot pots. Also, because it is unbreakable and lightweight, it seems to be useful as a snack container for children's snack time. What are Negoro-nuri and Akebono-nuri? Negoro-nuri is a type of lacquerware that is treasured and loved for its "Negoro patterns," which appear as black patterns as the black lacquer underneath the vermilion lacquer is used, and the more you use it, the more flavor it gains. The name comes from the fact that it originated from the monks of Negoro-ji Temple in Kishu. The painting method involves applying vermilion over black lacquer and carefully polishing it. The reverse color scheme, with vermilion patterns on a black background, is called "Akebono-nuri." There are individual differences in the Negoro-nuri and Akebono-nuri polished patterns applied to the outside and inside of the bowl. Please understand this as a unique expression. ■ Item Number wa-08025 ■ Size (approx.) Diameter 10.7 x Height 7cm ■ Material Natural wood ■ Colors Negoro (Red) Akebono (Black) ■ Coating Lacquer ■ Notes on Purchase ・Because it is made of natural wood, there are individual differences in size, color, and grain. Please enjoy it as a unique characteristic of natural materials. ・Please wash by hand with dish soap. ・Do not soak in water as it is a wooden product. ・Not compatible with dishwashers, dryers, microwaves, or ovens. ・Also, the appearance may vary depending on the monitor/display. Please understand this in advance.