Originally, it was a tool used to sift and separate ash and charcoal in hearths and the like. It was also used to wash shellfish and other muddy dirt off in it.
The open, cool weave is impressive.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 could be used to hold a coffee or tea time set, or as a stock basket for groceries. Or it looks good for holding cloth items such as rags and towels, or for keeping cups and bowls face down.
When heavy objects such as vessels are placed in the basket, please use it in a resting position as much as possible, as carrying it by holding the rim part may cause load and damage the basket.
It is a comfortable basket that can be enjoyed for a long time.
—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 basket woven from Suzu bamboo.
Originally, it was a tool used to sift and separate ash and charcoal in hearths and the like. It was also used to wash shellfish and other muddy dirt off in it.
The open, cool weave is impressive.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 could be used to hold a coffee or tea time set, or as a stock basket for groceries. Or it looks good for holding cloth items such as rags and towels, or for keeping cups and bowls face down.
When heavy objects such as vessels are placed in the basket, please use it in a resting position as much as possible, as carrying it by holding the rim part may cause load and damage the basket.
It is a comfortable basket that can be enjoyed for a long time.
—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 basket woven from Suzu bamboo.
Originally, it was a tool used to sift and separate ash and charcoal in hearths and the like. It was also used to wash shellfish and other muddy dirt off in it.
The open, cool weave is impressive.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 could be used to hold a coffee or tea time set, or as a stock basket for groceries. Or it looks good for holding cloth items such as rags and towels, or for keeping cups and bowls face down.
When heavy objects such as vessels are placed in the basket, please use it in a resting position as much as possible, as carrying it by holding the rim part may cause load and damage the basket.
It is a comfortable basket that can be enjoyed for a long time.
—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.
