Ohitsu & Handai

This rice tray is made from sawara wood, one of the "Five Trees of Kiso" in Nagano Prefecture, which is 200 to 300 years old. Craftsman Tagami is particular about using materials cut from a single tree, carefully examining the grain and characteristics of the wood, and completes every process by hand. The sawara wood's surface absorbs excess moisture, keeping the rice fluffy and chewy even when it cools. This rice tray, a favorite among sushi chefs, is also ideal for making vinegared rice.

Enrich your daily meals with the warmth of handmade craftsmanship that machines can't replicate, and with tools that become more comfortable the more you use them.