According to records, bamboo products from Sado Island in Niigata have been shipped outside the island for more than 200 years. Because high-quality bamboo suitable for craftwork grows there, bamboo making has long been active on the island.
It is said that many bamboo products were also loaded on the Kitamae-bune, the merchant ships that sailed along the Sea of Japan route connecting Osaka and Hokkaido. Since thick bamboo does not grow in Hokkaido, bamboo sieves and baskets from Sado, where the Kitamae-bune called, were widely distributed there.
The bamboo products made on Sado Island are characterized by their plain, simple, and durable style. Among them, this round and flat basket is called a “Bon-zaru.”
This bon-zaru uses Madake and Hachiku bamboo harvested on Sado.When turned over, you can see the weave of the green bamboo’s outer skin.The weave is simple, known as zarume-ami or gozame-ami.On Sado, the old division-of-labor system is still in place, and there are artisans who quietly focus only on this weaving work.Often, the rim wrapping is done by another person. The rim is wrapped with rattan around a core of steel wire. The wire is treated against rust, so it does not rust easily.Depending on the size, about four to five strips of rattan are wound, shifting their positions to fill the gaps.Also, Sado baskets sometimes have marks that look like black scorch marks. These come from using fire (such as a burner) during the finishing process to smooth out splinters. Please note that these are not defects.Also, at the intersections where vertical and horizontal strips cross, you may see small cracks, but these do not affect use.
The round bon-zaru type comes in nine sizes, from 22cm (8.66″) to 45cm (17.72″) in diameter, in increments of about 1.18″.
Photo: 25 cm (9.84″) size, holding open sandwiches
On this page, we introduce five sizes that are especially convenient for use as soba-zaru, from the smallest 22cm (8.66″) up to 34cm (13.39″) in diameter.
First is the smallest 22 cm (8.66″) size. This size can hold about 3.53 oz of noodles, suitable as a smaller one-person noodle plate.It is just right for holding about two store-bought rice balls.Next is the 25 cm (9.84″) size. This size can hold about 3.53–7.05 oz of noodles, making it just right as a one-person noodle plate. For the 22 cm (8.66″) and 25 cm (9.84″) sizes, many people use one per person as an individual plate.It can also hold about 4 to 6 rice balls.This is the 27 cm (10.63″) size. It can hold about 7.05–10.58 oz of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 1–2 people.It is also just right for 6 to 8 rice balls.This is the 31 cm (12.20″) size. It can hold about 10.58–14.11 oz of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 2–3 people.It is also good for holding 8 to 12 rice balls.Finally, this is the 34 cm (13.39″) size. Out of the nine sizes, this is right in the middle. It can hold about 14.11 oz–1.10 lb of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 3–4 people. Sizes from 27 cm (10.63″) to 34 cm (13.39″) are often used as serving plates for several people.It is also large enough to hold 10 to 15 rice balls.Here it is shown holding 2.20 lb of green plums. For small amounts of plums from 1.10–2.20 lb, even the 34 cm (13.39″) size can be used for drying.
Though simple, it is sturdily made, and can be called the standard among flat baskets. With baskets made of natural materials, a size variation of a few centimeters is common, but since this bon-zaru uses steel wire as the core of the rim, there is hardly any variation. Also, its flat shape is not bulky, and several can be stacked for storage.
It goes well with all kinds of noodles—soba, somen, udon, or Chinese noodles. You can also place rice balls or bread on it and enjoy using it like a plate.
Photo: 31 cm (12.20″) size, serving 7.05 oz of somenPhoto: 27 cm (10.63″) size, serving 3.53 oz of soba
It is also recommended to lay kitchen paper or Japanese paper and serve fried foods like karaage or tempura. If oil gets on it, after use apply a little mild detergent, scrub with a brush, rinse well with water, and dry thoroughly.
A versatile round bon-zaru that can be used both as a draining basket and as a plate. Please choose your preferred size.
Please note: This item ships from Japan. As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.
According to records, bamboo products from Sado Island in Niigata have been shipped outside the island for more than 200 years. Because high-quality bamboo suitable for craftwork grows there, bamboo making has long been active on the island.
It is said that many bamboo products were also loaded on the Kitamae-bune, the merchant ships that sailed along the Sea of Japan route connecting Osaka and Hokkaido. Since thick bamboo does not grow in Hokkaido, bamboo sieves and baskets from Sado, where the Kitamae-bune called, were widely distributed there.
The bamboo products made on Sado Island are characterized by their plain, simple, and durable style. Among them, this round and flat basket is called a “Bon-zaru.”
This bon-zaru uses Madake and Hachiku bamboo harvested on Sado.When turned over, you can see the weave of the green bamboo’s outer skin.The weave is simple, known as zarume-ami or gozame-ami.On Sado, the old division-of-labor system is still in place, and there are artisans who quietly focus only on this weaving work.Often, the rim wrapping is done by another person. The rim is wrapped with rattan around a core of steel wire. The wire is treated against rust, so it does not rust easily.Depending on the size, about four to five strips of rattan are wound, shifting their positions to fill the gaps.Also, Sado baskets sometimes have marks that look like black scorch marks. These come from using fire (such as a burner) during the finishing process to smooth out splinters. Please note that these are not defects.Also, at the intersections where vertical and horizontal strips cross, you may see small cracks, but these do not affect use.
The round bon-zaru type comes in nine sizes, from 22cm (8.66″) to 45cm (17.72″) in diameter, in increments of about 1.18″.
Photo: 25 cm (9.84″) size, holding open sandwiches
On this page, we introduce five sizes that are especially convenient for use as soba-zaru, from the smallest 22cm (8.66″) up to 34cm (13.39″) in diameter.
First is the smallest 22 cm (8.66″) size. This size can hold about 3.53 oz of noodles, suitable as a smaller one-person noodle plate.It is just right for holding about two store-bought rice balls.Next is the 25 cm (9.84″) size. This size can hold about 3.53–7.05 oz of noodles, making it just right as a one-person noodle plate. For the 22 cm (8.66″) and 25 cm (9.84″) sizes, many people use one per person as an individual plate.It can also hold about 4 to 6 rice balls.This is the 27 cm (10.63″) size. It can hold about 7.05–10.58 oz of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 1–2 people.It is also just right for 6 to 8 rice balls.This is the 31 cm (12.20″) size. It can hold about 10.58–14.11 oz of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 2–3 people.It is also good for holding 8 to 12 rice balls.Finally, this is the 34 cm (13.39″) size. Out of the nine sizes, this is right in the middle. It can hold about 14.11 oz–1.10 lb of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 3–4 people. Sizes from 27 cm (10.63″) to 34 cm (13.39″) are often used as serving plates for several people.It is also large enough to hold 10 to 15 rice balls.Here it is shown holding 2.20 lb of green plums. For small amounts of plums from 1.10–2.20 lb, even the 34 cm (13.39″) size can be used for drying.
Though simple, it is sturdily made, and can be called the standard among flat baskets. With baskets made of natural materials, a size variation of a few centimeters is common, but since this bon-zaru uses steel wire as the core of the rim, there is hardly any variation. Also, its flat shape is not bulky, and several can be stacked for storage.
It goes well with all kinds of noodles—soba, somen, udon, or Chinese noodles. You can also place rice balls or bread on it and enjoy using it like a plate.
Photo: 31 cm (12.20″) size, serving 7.05 oz of somenPhoto: 27 cm (10.63″) size, serving 3.53 oz of soba
It is also recommended to lay kitchen paper or Japanese paper and serve fried foods like karaage or tempura. If oil gets on it, after use apply a little mild detergent, scrub with a brush, rinse well with water, and dry thoroughly.
A versatile round bon-zaru that can be used both as a draining basket and as a plate. Please choose your preferred size.
Please note: This item ships from Japan. As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.
According to records, bamboo products from Sado Island in Niigata have been shipped outside the island for more than 200 years. Because high-quality bamboo suitable for craftwork grows there, bamboo making has long been active on the island.
It is said that many bamboo products were also loaded on the Kitamae-bune, the merchant ships that sailed along the Sea of Japan route connecting Osaka and Hokkaido. Since thick bamboo does not grow in Hokkaido, bamboo sieves and baskets from Sado, where the Kitamae-bune called, were widely distributed there.
The bamboo products made on Sado Island are characterized by their plain, simple, and durable style. Among them, this round and flat basket is called a “Bon-zaru.”
This bon-zaru uses Madake and Hachiku bamboo harvested on Sado.When turned over, you can see the weave of the green bamboo’s outer skin.The weave is simple, known as zarume-ami or gozame-ami.On Sado, the old division-of-labor system is still in place, and there are artisans who quietly focus only on this weaving work.Often, the rim wrapping is done by another person. The rim is wrapped with rattan around a core of steel wire. The wire is treated against rust, so it does not rust easily.Depending on the size, about four to five strips of rattan are wound, shifting their positions to fill the gaps.Also, Sado baskets sometimes have marks that look like black scorch marks. These come from using fire (such as a burner) during the finishing process to smooth out splinters. Please note that these are not defects.Also, at the intersections where vertical and horizontal strips cross, you may see small cracks, but these do not affect use.
The round bon-zaru type comes in nine sizes, from 22cm (8.66″) to 45cm (17.72″) in diameter, in increments of about 1.18″.
Photo: 25 cm (9.84″) size, holding open sandwiches
On this page, we introduce five sizes that are especially convenient for use as soba-zaru, from the smallest 22cm (8.66″) up to 34cm (13.39″) in diameter.
First is the smallest 22 cm (8.66″) size. This size can hold about 3.53 oz of noodles, suitable as a smaller one-person noodle plate.It is just right for holding about two store-bought rice balls.Next is the 25 cm (9.84″) size. This size can hold about 3.53–7.05 oz of noodles, making it just right as a one-person noodle plate. For the 22 cm (8.66″) and 25 cm (9.84″) sizes, many people use one per person as an individual plate.It can also hold about 4 to 6 rice balls.This is the 27 cm (10.63″) size. It can hold about 7.05–10.58 oz of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 1–2 people.It is also just right for 6 to 8 rice balls.This is the 31 cm (12.20″) size. It can hold about 10.58–14.11 oz of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 2–3 people.It is also good for holding 8 to 12 rice balls.Finally, this is the 34 cm (13.39″) size. Out of the nine sizes, this is right in the middle. It can hold about 14.11 oz–1.10 lb of noodles, suitable as a serving plate for 3–4 people. Sizes from 27 cm (10.63″) to 34 cm (13.39″) are often used as serving plates for several people.It is also large enough to hold 10 to 15 rice balls.Here it is shown holding 2.20 lb of green plums. For small amounts of plums from 1.10–2.20 lb, even the 34 cm (13.39″) size can be used for drying.
Though simple, it is sturdily made, and can be called the standard among flat baskets. With baskets made of natural materials, a size variation of a few centimeters is common, but since this bon-zaru uses steel wire as the core of the rim, there is hardly any variation. Also, its flat shape is not bulky, and several can be stacked for storage.
It goes well with all kinds of noodles—soba, somen, udon, or Chinese noodles. You can also place rice balls or bread on it and enjoy using it like a plate.
Photo: 31 cm (12.20″) size, serving 7.05 oz of somenPhoto: 27 cm (10.63″) size, serving 3.53 oz of soba
It is also recommended to lay kitchen paper or Japanese paper and serve fried foods like karaage or tempura. If oil gets on it, after use apply a little mild detergent, scrub with a brush, rinse well with water, and dry thoroughly.
A versatile round bon-zaru that can be used both as a draining basket and as a plate. Please choose your preferred size.
Please note: This item ships from Japan. As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.
