{"product_id":"10007884","title":"Kagoshima Prefecture, Shiratake Bamboo Handled Lunch Basket, Medium, Single Tier","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Bamboo Handled Lunch Basket, Medium, Single Tier\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im1.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a shopping basket woven from thin bamboo resembling kumazasa (dwarf bamboo) that grows wild in the mountainous regions of Iwate Prefecture.\n\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis handled lunch basket is made from white bamboo from Kagoshima Prefecture. This is the medium, single-tier type. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/ik-321105-1-im.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to being a lunch box, it can also be used as a storage basket for household necessities, such as a sewing kit or a first-aid kit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im2.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the Kyushu region, small baskets of this type were once used by children as lunch boxes. Square baskets with handles are still known as \"tofu baskets.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im3.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe depth of the basket is approximately 9cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a substantial capacity, it's the perfect size for carrying lunch for 2-3 people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im4.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe entire basket is finished with a weaving technique also known as \"hishigi-ami.\" It's meticulously crafted, so the body and lid of the basket close securely and satisfyingly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im7.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlightly thicker white bamboo is used for the rim. The brass nails used as fasteners add a subtle accent. Inside, the brass nails are bent over, but please be careful when handling, just in case.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im6.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe connection point to the handle is also lovely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-im8.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bottom features a sturdy \"ikadazoko-ami\" (raft bottom weave), typically used for larger baskets. The slightly raised bottom is a remnant of the tofu baskets, designed both for carrying tofu and allowing water to drain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-sewing.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI tried putting sewing tools in it.\u003cbr\u003eOld scissors and tools inherited from mother to child fit comfortably inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/image.rakuten.co.jp\/aromage\/cabinet\/nihoniimono\/06555516\/321105-1-sewing.jpg\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI also tried putting cosmetics in it.\u003cbr\u003eThe lid comes off, making it convenient for easy access.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#ededed\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e(Approx.) 26×19×H13cm (H19cm including handle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#ededed\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite bamboo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd bgcolor=\"#ededed\"\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e・Made in Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・Please note that since this product is made entirely of 100% natural materials and crafted by hand, there may be individual differences in color, shape, and size.\u003cbr\u003e・Due to the nature of the material, black spots and fraying may be observed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"くらし舎","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42204581003362,"sku":"k-321105-1","price":19000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/9769\/7378\/files\/ik-321105-801_1.jpg?v=1758868971","url":"https:\/\/kurashisha.shop\/en\/products\/10007884","provider":"くらし舎　","version":"1.0","type":"link"}