Light blue wooden chopsticks ⋅ Kawai

Indigo blue is considered one of Japan's traditional colors. Its earliest traces date back to the 8th century, when it was used to color Buddhist effigies. The Japanese rediscovered it in the 17th century, when it was widely used to color the Japanese prints of the ukiyo-e movement.

Located in Obama, Fukui Prefecture, Kawai Co., Ltd. has been making traditional chopsticks since 1943, perpetuating the art of wakasa nuri with exacting standards and creativity. With a remarkable national market share in lacquered chopsticks, the company promotes local craftsmanship while modernizing it through a range of products designed for all generations. The company is committed to promoting the culture of Japanese chopsticks far beyond Japan, combining ancestral know-how, contemporary design and impeccable quality.

bamboo lacquer finish