Large Plate / White Bamboo / Oita-JPN 850416-1 大分県/白竹 大皿 すかしあじろ編み
Large Plate / White Bamboo / Oita-JPN 850416-1 大分県/白竹 大皿 すかしあじろ編み
This is a large plate made from white bamboo, measuring approximately 53 cm (20.87″) wide.
A version one size smaller is also available.
White bamboo is made by heat-treating green Madake bamboo, such as by boiling, and drying it in the sun to remove its oils and color.
White bamboo crafts have bright, fresh tones that give them a refined appearance. The treatment also benefits the material itself: removing oils and moisture makes the bamboo firmer and stronger, less prone to splintering, and less likely to develop mold and similar problems.
The entire plate is woven using a technique called “sukashi-ajiro-ami.” While regular ajiro-ami has a tight weave, this version is woven with gaps between the strips.The rim is wrapped and secured with rattan. Because of the plate’s large size, the inside of the rim is also tightly wrapped with rattan for added strength.The top of the rim is covered with finely split bamboo called “masa” so that the inner construction is not visible.The bamboo strips running around the rim differ in length on the inside and outside, much like the lanes of a running track. As a result, the bamboo nodes form a neat, slightly staggered arrangement.
A geometric pattern of woven white bamboo extends across the plate. The bamboo nodes within the weave give it a somewhat softer appearance.
You can hang it on the wall as decoration. It could also look nice displayed with a favorite piece of calligraphy.
It can also be put to practical use, much like a large serving dish. You can use it as a drying tray, of course, or to serve plenty of food when a large group gathers.
With food arranged on it along with bamboo leaves or greenery, it could also be useful when entertaining guests. Beyond Japanese dishes, it could also be fun to fill it with bread, baguettes, scones, cakes served in cups, and more.
It is not often that you see a large plate made from white bamboo. Please enjoy using it in the way you prefer.
Beyond Categories: A New Approach to Bamboo Craft
In the world of bamboo craft, items are often labeled— “practical goods,” “folk art,” “souvenirs,” or “traditional crafts”— defined by the maker or by how they are used.
But there is a couple who create bamboo work that goes beyond such categories, pursuing a broader, more open vision of what bamboo can be.
They began as self-taught artisans, later refining their skills at the Oita Prefectural Bamboo Craft Training Center in Beppu. After graduating, they spent several years in workshops across Oita Prefecture, steadily honing their craft by fulfilling order after order.
Their work is not shaped by vague ideas or trendy concepts, but grounded in solid technique—developed through repetition and discipline.
Their baskets reflect careful consideration: the choice of bamboo suited to each piece, the balance of color and shape, and the usability that fits modern life.
What they create—each “bamboo thing,” in its own way—has a quiet joy. A lightness, free from pressure, that makes it feel both thoughtful and delightfully approachable.
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.
This is a large plate made from white bamboo, measuring approximately 53 cm (20.87″) wide.
A version one size smaller is also available.
White bamboo is made by heat-treating green Madake bamboo, such as by boiling, and drying it in the sun to remove its oils and color.
White bamboo crafts have bright, fresh tones that give them a refined appearance. The treatment also benefits the material itself: removing oils and moisture makes the bamboo firmer and stronger, less prone to splintering, and less likely to develop mold and similar problems.
The entire plate is woven using a technique called “sukashi-ajiro-ami.” While regular ajiro-ami has a tight weave, this version is woven with gaps between the strips.The rim is wrapped and secured with rattan. Because of the plate’s large size, the inside of the rim is also tightly wrapped with rattan for added strength.The top of the rim is covered with finely split bamboo called “masa” so that the inner construction is not visible.The bamboo strips running around the rim differ in length on the inside and outside, much like the lanes of a running track. As a result, the bamboo nodes form a neat, slightly staggered arrangement.
A geometric pattern of woven white bamboo extends across the plate. The bamboo nodes within the weave give it a somewhat softer appearance.
You can hang it on the wall as decoration. It could also look nice displayed with a favorite piece of calligraphy.
It can also be put to practical use, much like a large serving dish. You can use it as a drying tray, of course, or to serve plenty of food when a large group gathers.
With food arranged on it along with bamboo leaves or greenery, it could also be useful when entertaining guests. Beyond Japanese dishes, it could also be fun to fill it with bread, baguettes, scones, cakes served in cups, and more.
It is not often that you see a large plate made from white bamboo. Please enjoy using it in the way you prefer.
Beyond Categories: A New Approach to Bamboo Craft
In the world of bamboo craft, items are often labeled— “practical goods,” “folk art,” “souvenirs,” or “traditional crafts”— defined by the maker or by how they are used.
But there is a couple who create bamboo work that goes beyond such categories, pursuing a broader, more open vision of what bamboo can be.
They began as self-taught artisans, later refining their skills at the Oita Prefectural Bamboo Craft Training Center in Beppu. After graduating, they spent several years in workshops across Oita Prefecture, steadily honing their craft by fulfilling order after order.
Their work is not shaped by vague ideas or trendy concepts, but grounded in solid technique—developed through repetition and discipline.
Their baskets reflect careful consideration: the choice of bamboo suited to each piece, the balance of color and shape, and the usability that fits modern life.
What they create—each “bamboo thing,” in its own way—has a quiet joy. A lightness, free from pressure, that makes it feel both thoughtful and delightfully approachable.
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.
This is a large plate made from white bamboo, measuring approximately 53 cm (20.87″) wide.
A version one size smaller is also available.
White bamboo is made by heat-treating green Madake bamboo, such as by boiling, and drying it in the sun to remove its oils and color.
White bamboo crafts have bright, fresh tones that give them a refined appearance. The treatment also benefits the material itself: removing oils and moisture makes the bamboo firmer and stronger, less prone to splintering, and less likely to develop mold and similar problems.
The entire plate is woven using a technique called “sukashi-ajiro-ami.” While regular ajiro-ami has a tight weave, this version is woven with gaps between the strips.The rim is wrapped and secured with rattan. Because of the plate’s large size, the inside of the rim is also tightly wrapped with rattan for added strength.The top of the rim is covered with finely split bamboo called “masa” so that the inner construction is not visible.The bamboo strips running around the rim differ in length on the inside and outside, much like the lanes of a running track. As a result, the bamboo nodes form a neat, slightly staggered arrangement.
A geometric pattern of woven white bamboo extends across the plate. The bamboo nodes within the weave give it a somewhat softer appearance.
You can hang it on the wall as decoration. It could also look nice displayed with a favorite piece of calligraphy.
It can also be put to practical use, much like a large serving dish. You can use it as a drying tray, of course, or to serve plenty of food when a large group gathers.
With food arranged on it along with bamboo leaves or greenery, it could also be useful when entertaining guests. Beyond Japanese dishes, it could also be fun to fill it with bread, baguettes, scones, cakes served in cups, and more.
It is not often that you see a large plate made from white bamboo. Please enjoy using it in the way you prefer.
Beyond Categories: A New Approach to Bamboo Craft
In the world of bamboo craft, items are often labeled— “practical goods,” “folk art,” “souvenirs,” or “traditional crafts”— defined by the maker or by how they are used.
But there is a couple who create bamboo work that goes beyond such categories, pursuing a broader, more open vision of what bamboo can be.
They began as self-taught artisans, later refining their skills at the Oita Prefectural Bamboo Craft Training Center in Beppu. After graduating, they spent several years in workshops across Oita Prefecture, steadily honing their craft by fulfilling order after order.
Their work is not shaped by vague ideas or trendy concepts, but grounded in solid technique—developed through repetition and discipline.
Their baskets reflect careful consideration: the choice of bamboo suited to each piece, the balance of color and shape, and the usability that fits modern life.
What they create—each “bamboo thing,” in its own way—has a quiet joy. A lightness, free from pressure, that makes it feel both thoughtful and delightfully approachable.
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.