Vermilion red wooden chopsticks ⋅ Kawai

The Japanese attach great importance to the color vermilion, associated with good fortune and the sacred. It is found in all Shintō temples, where the wood is lacquered in this color. In ancient times, the Japanese used to lacquer all ritual objects with red lacquer. Its reputation stems from the difficulty of producing this lacquer: when it hardens, it emits toxic gases, making its application very dangerous and the lacquered objects very precious.

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