株式会社川口屋漆器店
Round lotus root
Round lotus root
Supplementary product information
Supplementary product information
Production Area: Kagawa Prefecture
Size:
・(Width) 15.5cm
・(Depth) 4.5cm
・(Height) 4cm
Material: Natural wood / 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 charming, rounded soup spoon made from Kagawa lacquerware.
With a slightly larger bowl, it's the perfect size not only for hot pot dishes and rice porridge, but also convenient as a serving spoon for large bowl dishes.
It looks absolutely adorable when the color is coordinated with stacking bowls.
The smooth, pleasant feel against the lips, unique to wooden craftsmanship, is also appealing.
※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 developed 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" involve expressing patterns by using carving techniques with sculpting tools and blades on vessels coated with layers of colored lacquer. "Goto-nuri" features timeless patterns based on vermillion, while "Zokoku-nuri" involves repeatedly applying lacquer to the wood base and finishing with a sprinkling of wild rice powder.
Brand name: "87.5"
Kukai (Kobo Daishi: 774-835), born in Sanuki (Kagawa Prefecture), is said to have frequently practiced asceticism in this region. The Shikoku Pilgrimage involves visiting eighty-eight sacred sites associated with Kobo Daishi, following in his footsteps. The brand name "87.5" of Kawaguchiya Lacquerware Store was named after the location of their workshop, which sits along the pilgrimage route between the 87th temple, Nagao-ji, and the 88th temple, Okubo-ji of the Shikoku eighty-eight temple pilgrimage, reflecting their desire to "make Shikoku and Kagawa lacquerware more widely known."
Kagawa lacquerware
Kagawa lacquerware is produced in and around Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture. With a history dating back to the Edo period, five techniques - "kinma," "sonshitsu," "choshitsu," "goto-nuri," and "zokoku-nuri" - were designated as traditional crafts under the Traditional Crafts Industry Promotion Act in February 1976. A diverse range of products is created, from small items such as confectionery containers and trays to large pieces including decorative shelves and furniture.