Tōfu Basket with handle M, L / Suzu bamboo / Iwate-JPN 210117 岩手県/すず竹 手付きかご（高台付き） 中・大 2サイズ
Tōfu Basket with handle M, L / Suzu bamboo / Iwate-JPN 210117 岩手県/すず竹 手付きかご（高台付き） 中・大 2サイズ
These are baskets with handles originally made of Suzu bamboo and called “Tōfu(soybean curd) baskets” in the region of origin. This page introduces two sizes, medium and large.
It was originally used as a tool to hold and carry freshly purchased Tōfu. The image comes to mind of going to the Tōfu shop in the morning to buy Tōfu, then taking it straight home to put on the table and enjoy fresh, delicious Tōfu.
The handle is made of Suzu bamboo as the core material and wrapped with rattan skin. It is smooth to the touch.The foot allows for ventilation. Tōfu is very watery, so the foot of the basket probably also served to drain unwanted water.It is truly amazing that such a shape was created just for Tōfu, but of course it can be used in other ways as well, such as putting fruit on top.This is medium size.It is large enough to hold 6-7 mandarin oranges lay flat.This is large size.It is large enough to hold 9-10 mandarin oranges lay flat.
Various techniques of weaving in Iwate Suzu bamboo crafting are included in this basket, and it is said that one is considered to be a full-fledged craftsman if he can weave this basket.
In the past, it was used as a draining basket for Tōfu, but given the modern living environment, it is not well suited as a basket for washing and draining vessels and other items, as the bamboo can become moldy if it absorbs moisture and remains damp.
It is recommended for storing dishes that you want to dry a little more after washing and wiping dry, or for serving tea time sets, sweets, fruits, etc.
Suzu bamboo is characterized by the glossy luster of its outer skin, its soft and elastic texture, and its durability. The yellow color gradually changes to an amber color as it ages.
It is such an excellent material that even after it has been used and turned amber color, the outer skin becomes shiny when washed in water.
It is a unique form that you will not see anywhere else. Please choose the size you prefer.
—Suzu bamboo baskets in Iwate Prefecture—
Suzu bamboo found north area of Iwate pref. is said to be particularly strong and flexible. Suzu bamboo crafts have been made with this bamboo for more than 1,000 years.
However, since around 2015, Suzu bamboo has been dying all over Iwate Prefecture for several years. Suzu bamboo crafts are now more precious than ever, as it has become more and more difficult to gather high-quality Suzu bamboo for use as material.
Suzu bamboo is said to die after blooming small yellow flowers when it reaches the end of its life span, and after the bamboo withers, which is said to occur once every 120 years. It is said to take 10 to 20 years for the young shoots to grow tall enough to be used for bamboo crafts.
This was an inexperienced situation even for the makers who have been involved in Suzu bamboo crafts for many years. Nevertheless, they have continued their traditional crafts by carefully walking in the mountains and using only a tenth of the amount of Suzu bamboo that is normally harvested.
These are baskets with handles originally made of Suzu bamboo and called “Tōfu(soybean curd) baskets” in the region of origin. This page introduces two sizes, medium and large.
It was originally used as a tool to hold and carry freshly purchased Tōfu. The image comes to mind of going to the Tōfu shop in the morning to buy Tōfu, then taking it straight home to put on the table and enjoy fresh, delicious Tōfu.
The handle is made of Suzu bamboo as the core material and wrapped with rattan skin. It is smooth to the touch.The foot allows for ventilation. Tōfu is very watery, so the foot of the basket probably also served to drain unwanted water.It is truly amazing that such a shape was created just for Tōfu, but of course it can be used in other ways as well, such as putting fruit on top.This is medium size.It is large enough to hold 6-7 mandarin oranges lay flat.This is large size.It is large enough to hold 9-10 mandarin oranges lay flat.
Various techniques of weaving in Iwate Suzu bamboo crafting are included in this basket, and it is said that one is considered to be a full-fledged craftsman if he can weave this basket.
In the past, it was used as a draining basket for Tōfu, but given the modern living environment, it is not well suited as a basket for washing and draining vessels and other items, as the bamboo can become moldy if it absorbs moisture and remains damp.
It is recommended for storing dishes that you want to dry a little more after washing and wiping dry, or for serving tea time sets, sweets, fruits, etc.
Suzu bamboo is characterized by the glossy luster of its outer skin, its soft and elastic texture, and its durability. The yellow color gradually changes to an amber color as it ages.
It is such an excellent material that even after it has been used and turned amber color, the outer skin becomes shiny when washed in water.
It is a unique form that you will not see anywhere else. Please choose the size you prefer.
—Suzu bamboo baskets in Iwate Prefecture—
Suzu bamboo found north area of Iwate pref. is said to be particularly strong and flexible. Suzu bamboo crafts have been made with this bamboo for more than 1,000 years.
However, since around 2015, Suzu bamboo has been dying all over Iwate Prefecture for several years. Suzu bamboo crafts are now more precious than ever, as it has become more and more difficult to gather high-quality Suzu bamboo for use as material.
Suzu bamboo is said to die after blooming small yellow flowers when it reaches the end of its life span, and after the bamboo withers, which is said to occur once every 120 years. It is said to take 10 to 20 years for the young shoots to grow tall enough to be used for bamboo crafts.
This was an inexperienced situation even for the makers who have been involved in Suzu bamboo crafts for many years. Nevertheless, they have continued their traditional crafts by carefully walking in the mountains and using only a tenth of the amount of Suzu bamboo that is normally harvested.
These are baskets with handles originally made of Suzu bamboo and called “Tōfu(soybean curd) baskets” in the region of origin. This page introduces two sizes, medium and large.
It was originally used as a tool to hold and carry freshly purchased Tōfu. The image comes to mind of going to the Tōfu shop in the morning to buy Tōfu, then taking it straight home to put on the table and enjoy fresh, delicious Tōfu.
The handle is made of Suzu bamboo as the core material and wrapped with rattan skin. It is smooth to the touch.The foot allows for ventilation. Tōfu is very watery, so the foot of the basket probably also served to drain unwanted water.It is truly amazing that such a shape was created just for Tōfu, but of course it can be used in other ways as well, such as putting fruit on top.This is medium size.It is large enough to hold 6-7 mandarin oranges lay flat.This is large size.It is large enough to hold 9-10 mandarin oranges lay flat.
Various techniques of weaving in Iwate Suzu bamboo crafting are included in this basket, and it is said that one is considered to be a full-fledged craftsman if he can weave this basket.
In the past, it was used as a draining basket for Tōfu, but given the modern living environment, it is not well suited as a basket for washing and draining vessels and other items, as the bamboo can become moldy if it absorbs moisture and remains damp.
It is recommended for storing dishes that you want to dry a little more after washing and wiping dry, or for serving tea time sets, sweets, fruits, etc.
Suzu bamboo is characterized by the glossy luster of its outer skin, its soft and elastic texture, and its durability. The yellow color gradually changes to an amber color as it ages.
It is such an excellent material that even after it has been used and turned amber color, the outer skin becomes shiny when washed in water.
It is a unique form that you will not see anywhere else. Please choose the size you prefer.
—Suzu bamboo baskets in Iwate Prefecture—
Suzu bamboo found north area of Iwate pref. is said to be particularly strong and flexible. Suzu bamboo crafts have been made with this bamboo for more than 1,000 years.
However, since around 2015, Suzu bamboo has been dying all over Iwate Prefecture for several years. Suzu bamboo crafts are now more precious than ever, as it has become more and more difficult to gather high-quality Suzu bamboo for use as material.
Suzu bamboo is said to die after blooming small yellow flowers when it reaches the end of its life span, and after the bamboo withers, which is said to occur once every 120 years. It is said to take 10 to 20 years for the young shoots to grow tall enough to be used for bamboo crafts.
This was an inexperienced situation even for the makers who have been involved in Suzu bamboo crafts for many years. Nevertheless, they have continued their traditional crafts by carefully walking in the mountains and using only a tenth of the amount of Suzu bamboo that is normally harvested.
