Oval plate(colander) with handle -A type- S, M, L / Suzu bamboo / Iwate-JPN 450811　岩手県/すず竹　手つき楕円ざる　小・中・大　3サイズ　【Aタイプ】


							




These are oval plate(colander) with handle woven from Suzu bamboo.
Since the finish of the same oval colander varies depending on the maker,
we have divided it into A-type, B-type, C-type, and D-type.


This page introduces the A-type.




Type A is available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
There are individual differences, and depending on what you receive, the difference may be 1 to 2 cm.




All sizes have the same weaving method and rim construction.






The oval shape has handles on both ends like this.




It can be carried by holding both ends or hooked onto an S-shaped hook for storage.










This is small size.


This is medium size.


This is large size. Due to the bamboo die-off that occurred several years ago, the material became precious and it was difficult to make them because long Suzu bamboos for large size could not be secured. However, they are now coming in small quantities again.


Type A is longer in width and narrower (shorter in depth) than the other types. It is also characterized by a thin strip and fine weave.




For noodles, bread, and sweets.
It can be used as a soba or udon colander, as a plate with bread or rice balls on it, or even served on the table with sweets.


Boiled asparagus is placed on a medium size.


You can also put boiled vegetables on top. The colander seems to enhance the ingredients.
It has many uses, both as a colander and as a plate.




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.


With its distinctive shape, this plate is easy to use and comfortable in the hand for long-lasting enjoyment.
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 oval plate(colander) with handle woven from Suzu bamboo.
Since the finish of the same oval colander varies depending on the maker,
we have divided it into A-type, B-type, C-type, and D-type.

This page introduces the A-type.

Type A is available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
There are individual differences, and depending on what you receive, the difference may be 1 to 2 cm.

All sizes have the same weaving method and rim construction.
The oval shape has handles on both ends like this.
It can be carried by holding both ends or hooked onto an S-shaped hook for storage.
This is small size.
This is medium size.
This is large size. Due to the bamboo die-off that occurred several years ago, the material became precious and it was difficult to make them because long Suzu bamboos for large size could not be secured. However, they are now coming in small quantities again.
Type A is longer in width and narrower (shorter in depth) than the other types. It is also characterized by a thin strip and fine weave.

For noodles, bread, and sweets.
It can be used as a soba or udon colander, as a plate with bread or rice balls on it, or even served on the table with sweets.

Boiled asparagus is placed on a medium size.

You can also put boiled vegetables on top. The colander seems to enhance the ingredients.
It has many uses, both as a colander and as a plate.

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.

With its distinctive shape, this plate is easy to use and comfortable in the hand for long-lasting enjoyment.
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 oval plate(colander) with handle woven from Suzu bamboo.
Since the finish of the same oval colander varies depending on the maker,
we have divided it into A-type, B-type, C-type, and D-type.


This page introduces the A-type.




Type A is available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
There are individual differences, and depending on what you receive, the difference may be 1 to 2 cm.




All sizes have the same weaving method and rim construction.






The oval shape has handles on both ends like this.




It can be carried by holding both ends or hooked onto an S-shaped hook for storage.










This is small size.


This is medium size.


This is large size. Due to the bamboo die-off that occurred several years ago, the material became precious and it was difficult to make them because long Suzu bamboos for large size could not be secured. However, they are now coming in small quantities again.


Type A is longer in width and narrower (shorter in depth) than the other types. It is also characterized by a thin strip and fine weave.




For noodles, bread, and sweets.
It can be used as a soba or udon colander, as a plate with bread or rice balls on it, or even served on the table with sweets.


Boiled asparagus is placed on a medium size.


You can also put boiled vegetables on top. The colander seems to enhance the ingredients.
It has many uses, both as a colander and as a plate.




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.


With its distinctive shape, this plate is easy to use and comfortable in the hand for long-lasting enjoyment.
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.