These are deep draining baskets made from madake bamboo.
It is available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
This type of basket is mainly used around the kitchen.
It is useful for many everyday tasks, such as washing vegetables and draining water, or draining boiled foods and noodles.
The craftsman who made this has been working with bamboo since his youth, and even now, in his late eighties, he continues to devote himself energetically to the craft every day.
From large-scale pieces made for professional use to smaller household items, he has created nearly everything once used in the Kanto region—truly a “superman” of bamboo craft.
It is woven in a tight “gozame-ami” using thin bamboo strips. Both the slightly green outer skin of madake bamboo and the inner white layer are split into strips and used together.In every size, the bamboo strips are about 0.08″ wide, and the weave is dense and firm.By using not only the outer skin but also the inner part of the bamboo, the material can be used efficiently without waste. Another charm is the difference in how the colors of the outer skin and inner layer deepen over time.The bottom of the basket is woven in “ajiro-ami,” another tightly woven technique, ensuring that vegetables or noodles do not slip through.Both the outer skin and the inner part of the bamboo are also used in the bottom weave.This is the underside of the basket.Here is the rim of the basket. After wrapping the rim once with the inner part of the bamboo, it is wrapped again from the opposite direction using the outer skin, creating a double-wrapped finish.As a basket is used over time, wear tends to start at the rim. This double wrapping adds extra strength compared to a single wrap.The contrast between the pale natural color of the bamboo’s inner layer and the green outer skin is another distinctive feature of the rim.Now, let us look at the three sizes. This is the smallest, the Small size.Easy to handle around the kitchen, it is ideal for washing small vegetables or fruits, or for draining about 3.5–7.1 oz of noodles.This is the Medium size.Suitable for washing vegetables or fruits, and for draining about 7.1–14.1 oz of noodles.This is the Large size.Ideal for washing a generous amount of vegetables, draining boiled vegetables, or draining about 14.1–21.2 oz of noodles.From time to time, you may notice marks that look slightly scorched, as shown in the photo. These are created during the finishing process, when a flame (burner) is used to remove fine splinters. They are not defects. Thank you for your understanding.This basket can also be used for washing rice. However, due to the materials and the angle of the bamboo strips, some areas have slightly larger gaps, and grains of rice may slip through. Please be aware of this.Here is the Medium size basket being used to drain noodles. We are often asked about this, but bamboo baskets can safely be used with boiling water.Its shape is also convenient for preparing vegetables.It is also useful for ume work. In this photo, about 4.4 lb of green plums fit into the Large size.
After draining, noodles can be rinsed under running water, or the basket can be placed directly into a bowl of ice water to chill the noodles.
With its firm construction, the basket can be used with confidence.
In the photo above, the three sizes are nested together. However, because each piece is handmade and individual sizes vary slightly, it may not always be possible to nest different sizes (for example, Medium and Large) together when shipping.
Thank you for your understanding.
When customers are unsure about which size to choose, we usually recommend going one size larger.
These baskets are used around the kitchen sink.
Noodles and vegetables hold a lot of water and become heavy, and filling the basket to its full capacity with such weight can accelerate wear over time.
If storage space allows, choosing a basket with a bit of extra room will help it last longer.
Please compare the sizes and choose the one that best suits your needs.
Bamboo Artisans of Ibaraki
In Ibaraki Prefecture, a small number of seasoned bamboo artisans continue to work actively while also mentoring the next generation.
Some inherited their craft from parents at a time when bamboo tools were simply part of everyday life, while others honed their skills working in bamboo workshops in Tokyo.
Though they still embody the old-school spirit of craftsmanship, they are all warm-hearted and generous people —we are truly grateful for their continued support of our work.
These skilled artisans are typically able to make just about anything. From rustic everyday wares to fine bamboo crafts, they carry with them a wide range of techniques passed down through generations.
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 deep draining baskets made from madake bamboo.
It is available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
This type of basket is mainly used around the kitchen.
It is useful for many everyday tasks, such as washing vegetables and draining water, or draining boiled foods and noodles.
The craftsman who made this has been working with bamboo since his youth, and even now, in his late eighties, he continues to devote himself energetically to the craft every day.
From large-scale pieces made for professional use to smaller household items, he has created nearly everything once used in the Kanto region—truly a “superman” of bamboo craft.
It is woven in a tight “gozame-ami” using thin bamboo strips. Both the slightly green outer skin of madake bamboo and the inner white layer are split into strips and used together.In every size, the bamboo strips are about 0.08″ wide, and the weave is dense and firm.By using not only the outer skin but also the inner part of the bamboo, the material can be used efficiently without waste. Another charm is the difference in how the colors of the outer skin and inner layer deepen over time.The bottom of the basket is woven in “ajiro-ami,” another tightly woven technique, ensuring that vegetables or noodles do not slip through.Both the outer skin and the inner part of the bamboo are also used in the bottom weave.This is the underside of the basket.Here is the rim of the basket. After wrapping the rim once with the inner part of the bamboo, it is wrapped again from the opposite direction using the outer skin, creating a double-wrapped finish.As a basket is used over time, wear tends to start at the rim. This double wrapping adds extra strength compared to a single wrap.The contrast between the pale natural color of the bamboo’s inner layer and the green outer skin is another distinctive feature of the rim.Now, let us look at the three sizes. This is the smallest, the Small size.Easy to handle around the kitchen, it is ideal for washing small vegetables or fruits, or for draining about 3.5–7.1 oz of noodles.This is the Medium size.Suitable for washing vegetables or fruits, and for draining about 7.1–14.1 oz of noodles.This is the Large size.Ideal for washing a generous amount of vegetables, draining boiled vegetables, or draining about 14.1–21.2 oz of noodles.From time to time, you may notice marks that look slightly scorched, as shown in the photo. These are created during the finishing process, when a flame (burner) is used to remove fine splinters. They are not defects. Thank you for your understanding.This basket can also be used for washing rice. However, due to the materials and the angle of the bamboo strips, some areas have slightly larger gaps, and grains of rice may slip through. Please be aware of this.Here is the Medium size basket being used to drain noodles. We are often asked about this, but bamboo baskets can safely be used with boiling water.Its shape is also convenient for preparing vegetables.It is also useful for ume work. In this photo, about 4.4 lb of green plums fit into the Large size.
After draining, noodles can be rinsed under running water, or the basket can be placed directly into a bowl of ice water to chill the noodles.
With its firm construction, the basket can be used with confidence.
In the photo above, the three sizes are nested together. However, because each piece is handmade and individual sizes vary slightly, it may not always be possible to nest different sizes (for example, Medium and Large) together when shipping.
Thank you for your understanding.
When customers are unsure about which size to choose, we usually recommend going one size larger.
These baskets are used around the kitchen sink.
Noodles and vegetables hold a lot of water and become heavy, and filling the basket to its full capacity with such weight can accelerate wear over time.
If storage space allows, choosing a basket with a bit of extra room will help it last longer.
Please compare the sizes and choose the one that best suits your needs.
Bamboo Artisans of Ibaraki
In Ibaraki Prefecture, a small number of seasoned bamboo artisans continue to work actively while also mentoring the next generation.
Some inherited their craft from parents at a time when bamboo tools were simply part of everyday life, while others honed their skills working in bamboo workshops in Tokyo.
Though they still embody the old-school spirit of craftsmanship, they are all warm-hearted and generous people —we are truly grateful for their continued support of our work.
These skilled artisans are typically able to make just about anything. From rustic everyday wares to fine bamboo crafts, they carry with them a wide range of techniques passed down through generations.
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 deep draining baskets made from madake bamboo.
It is available in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
This type of basket is mainly used around the kitchen.
It is useful for many everyday tasks, such as washing vegetables and draining water, or draining boiled foods and noodles.
The craftsman who made this has been working with bamboo since his youth, and even now, in his late eighties, he continues to devote himself energetically to the craft every day.
From large-scale pieces made for professional use to smaller household items, he has created nearly everything once used in the Kanto region—truly a “superman” of bamboo craft.
It is woven in a tight “gozame-ami” using thin bamboo strips. Both the slightly green outer skin of madake bamboo and the inner white layer are split into strips and used together.In every size, the bamboo strips are about 0.08″ wide, and the weave is dense and firm.By using not only the outer skin but also the inner part of the bamboo, the material can be used efficiently without waste. Another charm is the difference in how the colors of the outer skin and inner layer deepen over time.The bottom of the basket is woven in “ajiro-ami,” another tightly woven technique, ensuring that vegetables or noodles do not slip through.Both the outer skin and the inner part of the bamboo are also used in the bottom weave.This is the underside of the basket.Here is the rim of the basket. After wrapping the rim once with the inner part of the bamboo, it is wrapped again from the opposite direction using the outer skin, creating a double-wrapped finish.As a basket is used over time, wear tends to start at the rim. This double wrapping adds extra strength compared to a single wrap.The contrast between the pale natural color of the bamboo’s inner layer and the green outer skin is another distinctive feature of the rim.Now, let us look at the three sizes. This is the smallest, the Small size.Easy to handle around the kitchen, it is ideal for washing small vegetables or fruits, or for draining about 3.5–7.1 oz of noodles.This is the Medium size.Suitable for washing vegetables or fruits, and for draining about 7.1–14.1 oz of noodles.This is the Large size.Ideal for washing a generous amount of vegetables, draining boiled vegetables, or draining about 14.1–21.2 oz of noodles.From time to time, you may notice marks that look slightly scorched, as shown in the photo. These are created during the finishing process, when a flame (burner) is used to remove fine splinters. They are not defects. Thank you for your understanding.This basket can also be used for washing rice. However, due to the materials and the angle of the bamboo strips, some areas have slightly larger gaps, and grains of rice may slip through. Please be aware of this.Here is the Medium size basket being used to drain noodles. We are often asked about this, but bamboo baskets can safely be used with boiling water.Its shape is also convenient for preparing vegetables.It is also useful for ume work. In this photo, about 4.4 lb of green plums fit into the Large size.
After draining, noodles can be rinsed under running water, or the basket can be placed directly into a bowl of ice water to chill the noodles.
With its firm construction, the basket can be used with confidence.
In the photo above, the three sizes are nested together. However, because each piece is handmade and individual sizes vary slightly, it may not always be possible to nest different sizes (for example, Medium and Large) together when shipping.
Thank you for your understanding.
When customers are unsure about which size to choose, we usually recommend going one size larger.
These baskets are used around the kitchen sink.
Noodles and vegetables hold a lot of water and become heavy, and filling the basket to its full capacity with such weight can accelerate wear over time.
If storage space allows, choosing a basket with a bit of extra room will help it last longer.
Please compare the sizes and choose the one that best suits your needs.
Bamboo Artisans of Ibaraki
In Ibaraki Prefecture, a small number of seasoned bamboo artisans continue to work actively while also mentoring the next generation.
Some inherited their craft from parents at a time when bamboo tools were simply part of everyday life, while others honed their skills working in bamboo workshops in Tokyo.
Though they still embody the old-school spirit of craftsmanship, they are all warm-hearted and generous people —we are truly grateful for their continued support of our work.
These skilled artisans are typically able to make just about anything. From rustic everyday wares to fine bamboo crafts, they carry with them a wide range of techniques passed down through generations.
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.
