株式会社川口屋漆器店
Dinner Fork
Dinner Fork
Supplementary product information
Supplementary product information
Production area: Kagawa Prefecture
Size:
・(Width) 18cm
・(Depth) 4cm
・(Height) 2cm
Materials: Natural wood (Teak) / Lacquer
＜Precautions for use＞
・Cannot be used in dishwashers, dryers, or microwaves
・Kitchen detergent may be used
＜Care instructions＞
・Wash with water using a soft sponge, then wipe dry with a cloth
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A dinner fork made from Kagawa lacquerware.
This size is perfect for pasta, curry, and main dishes. The appeal lies in the pleasant feel against the lips that only wood can provide.
※Please note that due to the natural materials and handcrafted nature, there may be individual variations in wood grain and subtle color tones.
The History of Kagawa Lacquerware
Kagawa lacquerware dates back approximately 200 years. It flourished during the Edo period through industrial promotion policies by the Matsudaira family, who were the lords of Takamatsu Domain. Among the craftsmen, Tamakaji Zokoku, who studied lacquerware techniques such as carved lacquer, zonsei, and kinma that originated from China and Southeast Asia, and established his own distinctive style, is said to have laid the foundation for today's Kagawa lacquerware.
Five techniques of Kagawa lacquerware
The techniques of "kinma," "zonsei," and "carved lacquer" express patterns by using carving techniques with sculpting knives and blades on vessels layered with colored lacquer. "Goto-nuri" features timeless patterns based on vermillion, while "Zokoku-nuri" involves repeatedly applying lacquer to the wooden base and finishing with a sprinkling of wild rice powder.
Brand name: "87.5"
Kukai (Kobo Daishi: 774-835), who was born in Sanuki (Kagawa Prefecture), is said to have frequently practiced asceticism in this land. The Shikoku Pilgrimage involves visiting the eighty-eight sacred sites associated with Kobo Daishi, following in his footsteps. The brand name "87.5" of Kawaguchiya Lacquerware Shop was inspired by the desire to "make more people aware of lacquerware from Shikoku and Kagawa," and was named after the location of the workshop along the route from the 87th temple, Nagao-ji, to the 88th temple, Okuboji, on the eighty-eight temple pilgrimage of Shikoku.
Kagawa lacquerware
Kagawa lacquerware is produced in the area around Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. With a history dating back to the Edo period, five techniques - "Kinma," "Zonsei," "Carved lacquer," "Goto-nuri," and "Zokoku-nuri" - were designated as traditional crafts in February 1976 under the Traditional Crafts Industry Promotion Act. A diverse range of products is created, from small items such as confectionery containers and trays to large pieces including decorative shelves and furniture.