Handled Lunch Basket Shallow with Hinged Lid / White Bamboo / Kagoshima-JPN 321102-1　鹿児島県/白竹　手つき弁当かご　浅（蝶番付き）　ルイ版


							

Kagoshima Prefecture is known as a “bamboo kingdom,”
with one of the largest bamboo forest areas in Japan.
Roughly half of these forests are made up of thick, vigorous Moso bamboo.
Because Moso bamboo has dense, hard walls, it takes a great deal of effort to split it into thin strips.
As a result, it is most commonly used for making kitchen tools like bamboo spatulas or cutlery such as spoons.


Woven items such as baskets and strainers are typically made from Madake bamboo.
Compared to Moso, Madake has thinner walls, making it much easier to produce long, thin strips.
In other words, it is well suited for preparing materials used in basket weaving.


This is a shallow-type handled lunch basket made from white bamboo—
green Madake that has been heat-treated and sun-dried to remove its natural oils and color.
The back of the basket is fitted with a small hinge.






The basket is woven using a technique called Hishigi-ami, which is commonly seen in lunch baskets made from white bamboo in Kyushu.


The rim is reinforced with wide bamboo strips and secured with brass nails.


The lid aligns neatly with the basket.


Straight and sturdy bamboo is carefully bent to an almost right angle using heat.


The base is made with wide strips and woven in the Ikada-zoko-ami style, known for its strength and durability.


The handle is also made from white bamboo.


It is attached to the basket with larger brass nails.


The tips of the nails are bent inward on the inside of the rim to prevent them from touching your hands, but please handle the basket with care just in case.


Although the handle is fixed with brass nails, it swings smoothly.


The lid can open wide—almost fully horizontal with the basket body—allowing plenty of room inside, even for lining up rice balls vertically.


What allows it to open this far is the hinge at the back. This hinge is also made of brass, so it blends in nicely with the overall look.


The nails are properly bent inward on the inside, so you can use the basket with confidence. Still, please take care when touching near the nail areas, just to be safe.


This corner finish is unique to this style of lunch basket. Bamboo strips are inserted over the corners, as if wrapping them from above.


As you can see, the inside is also carefully finished. The darkened areas at the corner of the rim are marks left by heat-bending—this is part of the standard process.




The warm yellow tone of white bamboo pairs beautifully not only with Japanese foods like rice balls,
but also with Western-style meals such as sandwiches and bread.


The basket offers moderate breathability, which helps prevent moisture buildup—
one of its key strengths. On the other hand, it is not ideal for dishes with a lot of liquid.


We recommend using relatively dry side dishes.
To protect the basket from stains, you can line it with cooking paper,
waxed paper, plastic wrap, or even a cloth as needed.




When using the basket, feel free to open the lid wide like this.


You can also use one side of the handle to support the lid while it’s open.




After use, rinse the basket with water using a tawashi brush or similar scrubber.
Shake off excess water, open the lid, and allow it to dry thoroughly.
If the basket is mostly clean thanks to using liners or paper,
simply leave the lid open and let it dry well.


If oil from fried foods gets on the basket, you may use a small amount of mild detergent.
Just be sure to rinse it well with water afterward.


The weave pattern highlights the natural beauty of white bamboo—
even when empty, it’s a pleasure to look at.




Beyond serving as a lunch basket, it could also be used as a first-aid kit, a sewing box,
or general household storage.
Since it’s not very tall, it doesn’t take up visual space in a room.


Whether indoors or outdoors, enjoy the simple act of carrying and opening it.




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.

Kagoshima Prefecture is known as a “bamboo kingdom,”
with one of the largest bamboo forest areas in Japan.
Roughly half of these forests are made up of thick, vigorous Moso bamboo.
Because Moso bamboo has dense, hard walls, it takes a great deal of effort to split it into thin strips.
As a result, it is most commonly used for making kitchen tools like bamboo spatulas or cutlery such as spoons.

Woven items such as baskets and strainers are typically made from Madake bamboo.
Compared to Moso, Madake has thinner walls, making it much easier to produce long, thin strips.
In other words, it is well suited for preparing materials used in basket weaving.

This is a shallow-type handled lunch basket made from white bamboo—
green Madake that has been heat-treated and sun-dried to remove its natural oils and color.
The back of the basket is fitted with a small hinge.

The basket is woven using a technique called Hishigi-ami, which is commonly seen in lunch baskets made from white bamboo in Kyushu.
The rim is reinforced with wide bamboo strips and secured with brass nails.
The lid aligns neatly with the basket.
Straight and sturdy bamboo is carefully bent to an almost right angle using heat.
The base is made with wide strips and woven in the Ikada-zoko-ami style, known for its strength and durability.
The handle is also made from white bamboo.
It is attached to the basket with larger brass nails.
The tips of the nails are bent inward on the inside of the rim to prevent them from touching your hands, but please handle the basket with care just in case.
Although the handle is fixed with brass nails, it swings smoothly.
The lid can open wide—almost fully horizontal with the basket body—allowing plenty of room inside, even for lining up rice balls vertically.
What allows it to open this far is the hinge at the back. This hinge is also made of brass, so it blends in nicely with the overall look.
The nails are properly bent inward on the inside, so you can use the basket with confidence. Still, please take care when touching near the nail areas, just to be safe.
This corner finish is unique to this style of lunch basket. Bamboo strips are inserted over the corners, as if wrapping them from above.
As you can see, the inside is also carefully finished. The darkened areas at the corner of the rim are marks left by heat-bending—this is part of the standard process.

The warm yellow tone of white bamboo pairs beautifully not only with Japanese foods like rice balls,
but also with Western-style meals such as sandwiches and bread.

The basket offers moderate breathability, which helps prevent moisture buildup—
one of its key strengths. On the other hand, it is not ideal for dishes with a lot of liquid.

We recommend using relatively dry side dishes.
To protect the basket from stains, you can line it with cooking paper,
waxed paper, plastic wrap, or even a cloth as needed.

When using the basket, feel free to open the lid wide like this.
You can also use one side of the handle to support the lid while it’s open.

After use, rinse the basket with water using a tawashi brush or similar scrubber.
Shake off excess water, open the lid, and allow it to dry thoroughly.
If the basket is mostly clean thanks to using liners or paper,
simply leave the lid open and let it dry well.

If oil from fried foods gets on the basket, you may use a small amount of mild detergent.
Just be sure to rinse it well with water afterward.

The weave pattern highlights the natural beauty of white bamboo—
even when empty, it’s a pleasure to look at.

Beyond serving as a lunch basket, it could also be used as a first-aid kit, a sewing box,
or general household storage.
Since it’s not very tall, it doesn’t take up visual space in a room.

Whether indoors or outdoors, enjoy the simple act of carrying and opening it.

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.


							

Kagoshima Prefecture is known as a “bamboo kingdom,”
with one of the largest bamboo forest areas in Japan.
Roughly half of these forests are made up of thick, vigorous Moso bamboo.
Because Moso bamboo has dense, hard walls, it takes a great deal of effort to split it into thin strips.
As a result, it is most commonly used for making kitchen tools like bamboo spatulas or cutlery such as spoons.


Woven items such as baskets and strainers are typically made from Madake bamboo.
Compared to Moso, Madake has thinner walls, making it much easier to produce long, thin strips.
In other words, it is well suited for preparing materials used in basket weaving.


This is a shallow-type handled lunch basket made from white bamboo—
green Madake that has been heat-treated and sun-dried to remove its natural oils and color.
The back of the basket is fitted with a small hinge.






The basket is woven using a technique called Hishigi-ami, which is commonly seen in lunch baskets made from white bamboo in Kyushu.


The rim is reinforced with wide bamboo strips and secured with brass nails.


The lid aligns neatly with the basket.


Straight and sturdy bamboo is carefully bent to an almost right angle using heat.


The base is made with wide strips and woven in the Ikada-zoko-ami style, known for its strength and durability.


The handle is also made from white bamboo.


It is attached to the basket with larger brass nails.


The tips of the nails are bent inward on the inside of the rim to prevent them from touching your hands, but please handle the basket with care just in case.


Although the handle is fixed with brass nails, it swings smoothly.


The lid can open wide—almost fully horizontal with the basket body—allowing plenty of room inside, even for lining up rice balls vertically.


What allows it to open this far is the hinge at the back. This hinge is also made of brass, so it blends in nicely with the overall look.


The nails are properly bent inward on the inside, so you can use the basket with confidence. Still, please take care when touching near the nail areas, just to be safe.


This corner finish is unique to this style of lunch basket. Bamboo strips are inserted over the corners, as if wrapping them from above.


As you can see, the inside is also carefully finished. The darkened areas at the corner of the rim are marks left by heat-bending—this is part of the standard process.




The warm yellow tone of white bamboo pairs beautifully not only with Japanese foods like rice balls,
but also with Western-style meals such as sandwiches and bread.


The basket offers moderate breathability, which helps prevent moisture buildup—
one of its key strengths. On the other hand, it is not ideal for dishes with a lot of liquid.


We recommend using relatively dry side dishes.
To protect the basket from stains, you can line it with cooking paper,
waxed paper, plastic wrap, or even a cloth as needed.




When using the basket, feel free to open the lid wide like this.


You can also use one side of the handle to support the lid while it’s open.




After use, rinse the basket with water using a tawashi brush or similar scrubber.
Shake off excess water, open the lid, and allow it to dry thoroughly.
If the basket is mostly clean thanks to using liners or paper,
simply leave the lid open and let it dry well.


If oil from fried foods gets on the basket, you may use a small amount of mild detergent.
Just be sure to rinse it well with water afterward.


The weave pattern highlights the natural beauty of white bamboo—
even when empty, it’s a pleasure to look at.




Beyond serving as a lunch basket, it could also be used as a first-aid kit, a sewing box,
or general household storage.
Since it’s not very tall, it doesn’t take up visual space in a room.


Whether indoors or outdoors, enjoy the simple act of carrying and opening it.




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.