This is a shopping basket made of Suzu bamboo. This page introduces the medium size.
Occasionally, there are areas where the color of the bamboo appears purple or blackish, but this is a natural coloring caused by the peeling of the skin and exposure to ultraviolet rays. We hope you can see it as a natural pattern.Since 2015, the material bamboo has entered a cycle of dying and the impact has become more severe. Here is the texture of the bamboo that we have recently received. It is a mixture of purple and blackish tan in places. Please be assured that there is no problem at all in using the product.The handle and rim are fastened with a hemp rope, and the handle is wrapped with rattan over the rope.The rattan handle type has a natural texture and is easier to use as a basket for daily outings.The bottom is reinforced with another type of hard bamboo called Madake bamboo.Due to individual differences, there may be an approximate difference of 2-3cm in width and depth depending on the product to be delivered. Please understand this in advance.
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 perfect bag for daily shopping, and when going camping or picnicking, it can be loaded directly into the car with lunch boxes, drinks, and foodstuffs. Also useful when traveling with bulky items such as luggage.
Even a storage basket would look great in a room.
This handbag is also used by cooks who go to the market every day to stock up. It is sturdy enough to withstand the strain of holding a lot of vegetables, fish, and meat.
Please check the size carefully.
—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.
This is a shopping basket made of Suzu bamboo. This page introduces the medium size.
Occasionally, there are areas where the color of the bamboo appears purple or blackish, but this is a natural coloring caused by the peeling of the skin and exposure to ultraviolet rays. We hope you can see it as a natural pattern.Since 2015, the material bamboo has entered a cycle of dying and the impact has become more severe. Here is the texture of the bamboo that we have recently received. It is a mixture of purple and blackish tan in places. Please be assured that there is no problem at all in using the product.The handle and rim are fastened with a hemp rope, and the handle is wrapped with rattan over the rope.The rattan handle type has a natural texture and is easier to use as a basket for daily outings.The bottom is reinforced with another type of hard bamboo called Madake bamboo.Due to individual differences, there may be an approximate difference of 2-3cm in width and depth depending on the product to be delivered. Please understand this in advance.
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 perfect bag for daily shopping, and when going camping or picnicking, it can be loaded directly into the car with lunch boxes, drinks, and foodstuffs. Also useful when traveling with bulky items such as luggage.
Even a storage basket would look great in a room.
This handbag is also used by cooks who go to the market every day to stock up. It is sturdy enough to withstand the strain of holding a lot of vegetables, fish, and meat.
Please check the size carefully.
—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.
This is a shopping basket made of Suzu bamboo. This page introduces the medium size.
Occasionally, there are areas where the color of the bamboo appears purple or blackish, but this is a natural coloring caused by the peeling of the skin and exposure to ultraviolet rays. We hope you can see it as a natural pattern.Since 2015, the material bamboo has entered a cycle of dying and the impact has become more severe. Here is the texture of the bamboo that we have recently received. It is a mixture of purple and blackish tan in places. Please be assured that there is no problem at all in using the product.The handle and rim are fastened with a hemp rope, and the handle is wrapped with rattan over the rope.The rattan handle type has a natural texture and is easier to use as a basket for daily outings.The bottom is reinforced with another type of hard bamboo called Madake bamboo.Due to individual differences, there may be an approximate difference of 2-3cm in width and depth depending on the product to be delivered. Please understand this in advance.
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 perfect bag for daily shopping, and when going camping or picnicking, it can be loaded directly into the car with lunch boxes, drinks, and foodstuffs. Also useful when traveling with bulky items such as luggage.
Even a storage basket would look great in a room.
This handbag is also used by cooks who go to the market every day to stock up. It is sturdy enough to withstand the strain of holding a lot of vegetables, fish, and meat.
Please check the size carefully.
—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.
