These are a multipurpose spatula and a butter knife made from smoked bamboo.
Among bamboos, there is the vigorous and thick “Mōsō bamboo” and the slightly slender “Hachiku bamboo.”
By placing these bamboos into a high-pressure steamer or into a charcoal kiln used for making charcoal, a uniquely rich character is brought out.
At our shop, this special material is called smoked bamboo.
This is the multipurpose spatula. It may look like an ice pop stick, but it has solid thickness and sturdiness.This is the tip of the spatula, used for spreading, mixing, or blending.The edge of the spatula is less than 0.04″ thin. Still, it is not sharp enough to cut your finger—its touch is gentle.The tip of the spatula also has a smooth roundness. This design makes it less likely to scratch bowls or pots when mixing food.The handle of the spatula is given solid thickness for easy grip. The smoked bamboo surface also shows the unique character of its finish.As its name suggests, it can be used in many situations. For mixing salads.For spreading jam or bean paste. Also for spreading cake cream or kneading bean paste.It is also useful for mixing side dishes like ohitashi, or for stirring natto—helpful in many cooking scenes.This is the butter knife. Compared to the multipurpose spatula, it has a sharper design.This is the blade part of the knife. In the photo, the upper side of the blade is flat, while the lower side is shaped like a knife to make it easier to cut butter.This too is made thin, but it is not sharp enough to cut your finger. The touch is gentle.The handle of the knife has a thickness that makes it easy to grip. You can feel the character of smoked bamboo in its finish.Here is the reverse side.Use the knife edge to cut butter, and when you want to spread it flat, use the flat part on the top.Left-handed people can use it in the same way.
When using fine tools like these in cooking or dining, it gives the feeling of spending a truly good time.
These two tools seem to create small moments of happiness in daily life.
Please choose your preferred type.
__Kazuho Shimomoto’s Bamboo Cutlery__
Mr. Kazuho Shimomoto, who runs his workshop in the mountains of Kōchi, originally built charcoal kilns together with local people, using only earth and stone, and made charcoal from oak and beech wood.
The beginning of his bamboo cutlery came when he hung up bamboo spoons he had carved himself and exposed them directly to the heavy smoke from charcoal making, which gave them a unique finish. From this experience, he went on to make bamboo cutlery smoked in the charcoal kiln in earnest.
Bamboo, which in some parts of Japan today is even regarded as a nuisance, is cut down by Mr. Shimomoto himself in the mountains. After applying heat treatment, he smokes it in his own charcoal kiln and uses the deeply blackened bamboo to craft cutlery as tools for daily life.
The pieces he makes, though sharp in impression, also carry a certain calm thickness and roundness. They are not only appealing to the eye but also gentle to the touch, with a profound charm that is of course practical as well.
The longer they are used, the more the texture of bamboo softens and blends in. While retaining their original “sharp yet calm” impression, they become more beloved over time, adding a small touch of color to the daily table and to the mood of the person using them.
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.
These are a multipurpose spatula and a butter knife made from smoked bamboo.
Among bamboos, there is the vigorous and thick “Mōsō bamboo” and the slightly slender “Hachiku bamboo.”
By placing these bamboos into a high-pressure steamer or into a charcoal kiln used for making charcoal, a uniquely rich character is brought out.
At our shop, this special material is called smoked bamboo.
This is the multipurpose spatula. It may look like an ice pop stick, but it has solid thickness and sturdiness.This is the tip of the spatula, used for spreading, mixing, or blending.The edge of the spatula is less than 0.04″ thin. Still, it is not sharp enough to cut your finger—its touch is gentle.The tip of the spatula also has a smooth roundness. This design makes it less likely to scratch bowls or pots when mixing food.The handle of the spatula is given solid thickness for easy grip. The smoked bamboo surface also shows the unique character of its finish.As its name suggests, it can be used in many situations. For mixing salads.For spreading jam or bean paste. Also for spreading cake cream or kneading bean paste.It is also useful for mixing side dishes like ohitashi, or for stirring natto—helpful in many cooking scenes.This is the butter knife. Compared to the multipurpose spatula, it has a sharper design.This is the blade part of the knife. In the photo, the upper side of the blade is flat, while the lower side is shaped like a knife to make it easier to cut butter.This too is made thin, but it is not sharp enough to cut your finger. The touch is gentle.The handle of the knife has a thickness that makes it easy to grip. You can feel the character of smoked bamboo in its finish.Here is the reverse side.Use the knife edge to cut butter, and when you want to spread it flat, use the flat part on the top.Left-handed people can use it in the same way.
When using fine tools like these in cooking or dining, it gives the feeling of spending a truly good time.
These two tools seem to create small moments of happiness in daily life.
Please choose your preferred type.
__Kazuho Shimomoto’s Bamboo Cutlery__
Mr. Kazuho Shimomoto, who runs his workshop in the mountains of Kōchi, originally built charcoal kilns together with local people, using only earth and stone, and made charcoal from oak and beech wood.
The beginning of his bamboo cutlery came when he hung up bamboo spoons he had carved himself and exposed them directly to the heavy smoke from charcoal making, which gave them a unique finish. From this experience, he went on to make bamboo cutlery smoked in the charcoal kiln in earnest.
Bamboo, which in some parts of Japan today is even regarded as a nuisance, is cut down by Mr. Shimomoto himself in the mountains. After applying heat treatment, he smokes it in his own charcoal kiln and uses the deeply blackened bamboo to craft cutlery as tools for daily life.
The pieces he makes, though sharp in impression, also carry a certain calm thickness and roundness. They are not only appealing to the eye but also gentle to the touch, with a profound charm that is of course practical as well.
The longer they are used, the more the texture of bamboo softens and blends in. While retaining their original “sharp yet calm” impression, they become more beloved over time, adding a small touch of color to the daily table and to the mood of the person using them.
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.
These are a multipurpose spatula and a butter knife made from smoked bamboo.
Among bamboos, there is the vigorous and thick “Mōsō bamboo” and the slightly slender “Hachiku bamboo.”
By placing these bamboos into a high-pressure steamer or into a charcoal kiln used for making charcoal, a uniquely rich character is brought out.
At our shop, this special material is called smoked bamboo.
This is the multipurpose spatula. It may look like an ice pop stick, but it has solid thickness and sturdiness.This is the tip of the spatula, used for spreading, mixing, or blending.The edge of the spatula is less than 0.04″ thin. Still, it is not sharp enough to cut your finger—its touch is gentle.The tip of the spatula also has a smooth roundness. This design makes it less likely to scratch bowls or pots when mixing food.The handle of the spatula is given solid thickness for easy grip. The smoked bamboo surface also shows the unique character of its finish.As its name suggests, it can be used in many situations. For mixing salads.For spreading jam or bean paste. Also for spreading cake cream or kneading bean paste.It is also useful for mixing side dishes like ohitashi, or for stirring natto—helpful in many cooking scenes.This is the butter knife. Compared to the multipurpose spatula, it has a sharper design.This is the blade part of the knife. In the photo, the upper side of the blade is flat, while the lower side is shaped like a knife to make it easier to cut butter.This too is made thin, but it is not sharp enough to cut your finger. The touch is gentle.The handle of the knife has a thickness that makes it easy to grip. You can feel the character of smoked bamboo in its finish.Here is the reverse side.Use the knife edge to cut butter, and when you want to spread it flat, use the flat part on the top.Left-handed people can use it in the same way.
When using fine tools like these in cooking or dining, it gives the feeling of spending a truly good time.
These two tools seem to create small moments of happiness in daily life.
Please choose your preferred type.
__Kazuho Shimomoto’s Bamboo Cutlery__
Mr. Kazuho Shimomoto, who runs his workshop in the mountains of Kōchi, originally built charcoal kilns together with local people, using only earth and stone, and made charcoal from oak and beech wood.
The beginning of his bamboo cutlery came when he hung up bamboo spoons he had carved himself and exposed them directly to the heavy smoke from charcoal making, which gave them a unique finish. From this experience, he went on to make bamboo cutlery smoked in the charcoal kiln in earnest.
Bamboo, which in some parts of Japan today is even regarded as a nuisance, is cut down by Mr. Shimomoto himself in the mountains. After applying heat treatment, he smokes it in his own charcoal kiln and uses the deeply blackened bamboo to craft cutlery as tools for daily life.
The pieces he makes, though sharp in impression, also carry a certain calm thickness and roundness. They are not only appealing to the eye but also gentle to the touch, with a profound charm that is of course practical as well.
The longer they are used, the more the texture of bamboo softens and blends in. While retaining their original “sharp yet calm” impression, they become more beloved over time, adding a small touch of color to the daily table and to the mood of the person using them.
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.
