{"title":"Rice straw \u0026 Straw","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"140604-1","title":"Strawberry basket \/ Birch \/ EST 140604-1","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40279 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small hand-woven basket made from birch wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirch refers to trees in the Betula group in general, and refers to hardwood. It is often used as a material for furniture, pillars, beams and floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Northern Europe and Russia, there is a tradition of using birch bark to make crafts, but here, instead of bark, thinly sliced wood from logs is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this page, we will introduce a basket called a “Strawberry basket” locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40280\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/1716190598007.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40236\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eA birch forest. According to the maker, birch trees of any age can be used to make baskets once they reach a certain length.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/IMG_20161031_120943-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40238\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basketpart is made first, and then the rim is attached to finish it off.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/Kalle_Woman-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40244\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe makers are careful to weave the baskets, saying, “In order to complete a good basket, there is no room for carelessness in any of the processes.”\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/Kalle_man-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40243\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThey have continued to make baskets in many different shapes in order to meet the needs of their customers. The makers say that the most rewarding thing is when they receive the baskets and the customers are happy with them.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_479.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_479.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40281\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is made by weaving thinly sliced strips of birch in an alternating diagonal pattern.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_480.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_480.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40282\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe width is changed slightly, and it is knitted in two layers. It has few knots and you can see a beautiful grain.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_486.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_486.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40283\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt has a powerful appearance, as if the wood has been woven as it is, but when you touch it, the surface feels smooth. These two pieces are the same material, but you can feel the design just by looking at the difference in width.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_477.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_477.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40284\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe wide rim is viewed from the outside. It is simply nailed in place.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_478.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_478.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40285\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe rim is viewed from above. The thick material is firmly sandwiched to secure the weaving. It’s simple, but you don’t feel any anxiety at all.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_481.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40286\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe connection between the handle and the basket is also very simple. Nails have been driven in two places.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_482.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40287\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe nails on the inside of the basket are neatly folded in. Just to be sure, please be careful not to hurt your fingers or other parts of your body when touching the area.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_483.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_483.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40288\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handles are made of several pieces of thick wood that are also used for the rim, laminated together for a secure finish.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_485.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_485.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40289\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe bottom is a long, rectangular shape, so it is good for storing things.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_484-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_484-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40291\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eBecause the wood is bent to make the product, there may be some fluffing, cracking or breaking in the corners and other parts with sharp angles. Please note that this is not a defect due to the characteristics of the material.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40292\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basket is shallow and long. Easy to see what you put inside.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40293\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handle makes it easy to carry around.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/inst-tmp\/wp-admin\/edit.php?post_type=post\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40294\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use it as a basket to store vegetables, root vegetables and fruit, by laying down kitchen paper or something similar.\u003cbr\u003eIt is also useful for carrying fruit such as strawberries and cakes that you don’t want to tip over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirch’s texture goes very well with the colors of fruits and vegetables, \u003cbr\u003eand it enhances the atmosphere of whatever you put inside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40295\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, because it is easy to take with you, \u003cbr\u003euse it as a basket to carry books you are reading, glasses, cream, etc. \u003cbr\u003ebetween the living room and bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor families with baby children, you can put in a set of disposable diapers, \u003cbr\u003eor other daily necessities such as medicines and thermometers that you use often. \u003cbr\u003eThe color of the birch wood makes it suitable for both Tatami(Japanese floor mat) and wooden floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for outdoor use, for storing tools such as scissors and gardening gloves, \u003cbr\u003eor as a harvest basket. It also has a handle, so you can quickly carry all your tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis shallow basket has a non-oppressive feel, but it has plenty of capacity.\u003cbr\u003ePlease enjoy it in your favorite way, indoors or outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_474.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40296\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e__Estonia: Making Birch Baskets__\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Estonia, baskets have been traditionally made from pine trees for over 200 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, there are also baskets made from birch wood that have been given a more stylish finish by adding design elements to the traditional basket-making techniques used by their ancestors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this workshop, which has been in business for over 20 years, a small team of highly skilled craftspeople, \u003cbr\u003ecentered around a single family, work together to produce high-quality baskets made from birch wood on a daily basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuided by the principles of Scandinavian design – simplicity, minimalism and practicality – \u003cbr\u003ethey continue to create new specifications and sizes that are suited to the modern age, \u003cbr\u003eas well as updating traditional berry baskets and mushroom baskets for the modern age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stable finish and its elegant, refined texture are easy to incorporate into modern living, \u003cbr\u003eand it can play two roles: practical and interior.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43600847306901,"sku":"140604-1","price":15400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/ime140604-1_1.jpg?v=1741835965"},{"product_id":"650106","title":"Trivet \/ Rice Straw \/ Niigata-JPN 650106","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn Sado Island in Niigata, not only bamboo work but also straw craft using rice straw has long been practiced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, with mechanized harvesting now the norm, rice straw that once came as a byproduct of hand harvesting is becoming a precious material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_324-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12778 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9554.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27194 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a trivet woven from rice straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_321.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_321.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12779\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_333.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_333.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12785\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eDried rice straw is twisted into cords and firmly wrapped around the core.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_334.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_334.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12780\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eCompared with those made in other regions, the trivets made on Sado are woven more tightly.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_335.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_335.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12782\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe inner part is woven even more densely, leaving hardly any gaps.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_331.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_331.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12784\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_332.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_332.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12783\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eA hanging loop peeks out from the weave, making it convenient to hang in the kitchen when not in use.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_330.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_330.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12786\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the small size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_327.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_327.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12787\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is just the right size for small pots, small rice pots or iron pots, teapots, or smaller kettles.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9559.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9559.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27196\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere the small size is shown holding a teapot.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_329.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_329.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12788\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the medium size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_326.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_326.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12789\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is a versatile size that works for small to medium pots, including donabe. It can hold pots with a bottom diameter of 10 cm (3.94″) or more.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9558.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9558.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27198\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere the medium size is shown holding a Yukihira pan with a bottom diameter of about 19 cm (7.48″). It is handy for setting down a hot pan during cooking.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_328.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_328.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12790\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the large size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_325.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_325.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12791\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is a reliable size that can handle larger frying pans or donabe.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9551.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9551.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27200\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere the large size is shown holding a frying pan.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_336-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_336-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12792\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAfter weaving, the stray “hairs” of straw sticking out are singed with fire.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, there may be scorched areas when the product is delivered,\u003cbr\u003ebut please note that this is not a defect.\u003cbr\u003eAlso, because of this finishing process, bits of straw may fall off at the beginning of use.\u003cbr\u003eThis will stop over time, so please be assured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_322.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12793\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis straw trivet has long been loved by many people, but with the scarcity of materials due to mechanization,\u003cbr\u003ethe aging of the makers, and the aging of the wholesalers who carefully collect the straw in the region,\u003cbr\u003eit has truly become a precious item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9557.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27203\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eSmall size (pot Ø 13 cm \/ 5.12″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9555.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27204\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eMedium size\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/DSC_9552-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27205\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eLarge size (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/811120\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003estepped pot\u003c\/a\u003e, bottom Ø 17 cm \/ 6.69″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis straw trivet can be used for a long time.\u003cbr\u003eIt suits not only iron pots and donabe, but also glass and aluminum cookware.\u003cbr\u003ePlease enjoy the warmth of this handwork in your kitchen or on your dining table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease choose your preferred size from small, medium, and large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210701_320.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12794\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis item ships from Japan. \u003cbr\u003eAs the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. \u003cbr\u003eThese costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. \u003cbr\u003ePlease check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":45106659131541,"sku":"650106-3","price":2420.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45106659164309,"sku":"650106-2","price":2860.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":45106659197077,"sku":"650106-1","price":3300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/ime650106_9.jpg?v=1741835763"},{"product_id":"710701","title":"Izumeko Basket \/ Rice Straw \/ Yamagata-JPN 710701","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_83-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11455 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Tōhoku region of northern Japan, Yamagata Prefecture lies on the western side of South Tōhoku, facing the Sea of Japan.\u003cbr\u003eAlong the coast lies the Shōnai region, known as one of Japan’s major rice-producing areas, famous for its “Shōnai rice.”\u003cbr\u003eNaturally, the harvesting of rice also produced straw as a byproduct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany everyday baskets and household tools were made using this rice straw.\u003cbr\u003eToday, however, because harvesting is now done by machine, even the straw itself has become scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_78-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11456 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basket known locally as “Izumeko” was once made in many different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name “Izumeko” originally referred to a basket used to keep a rice container warm.\u003cbr\u003eLater, this heat-retaining property was adapted for larger versions, which were used to cradle babies—essentially a rice-straw version of a cradle or modern baby bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was used both indoors and outdoors.\u003cbr\u003eWhen parents worked in the fields or paddies, they would keep the basket nearby, within sight of their workspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA futon or blanket was placed inside to keep the baby warm. In earlier times, layers of rice chaff, straw stems, straw mats, ash, or even river moss were added for insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_104.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_104-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11457\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAt first glance, the hole woven into the bottom of the basket may seem unusual, but according to people in the production area, it serves as ventilation. Since the basket was used both indoors and outdoors, the opening helped prevent the baby’s body heat and moisture from building up inside.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_99.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_99-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11458\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe hole in the base and the handles on both sides show traces of its origin as a rice-straw cradle.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_82.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11470\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large Izumeko baskets that were once used as cradles are no longer made for daily use.\u003cbr\u003eThey became smaller in size and are now crafted as folk art.\u003cbr\u003eOriginally, a baby doll was placed inside each basket,\u003cbr\u003ebut today, as there are no longer artisans who make the dolls, only the baskets remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_101.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_101-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11460\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe structure is nearly the same across all sizes. Each is woven and bound entirely with rice straw, using bundled straw as the core material.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_102.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_102-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11461\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eYou can see how tightly and evenly it is woven, leaving no gaps.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_96.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_96-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11465\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe rim is finished smoothly and evenly.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_98.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_98-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11462\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere is the view from above.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_97.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_97-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11463\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the inner side of the rim.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_100.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_100-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11464\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInside, you may find some straw ends sticking out, but since the material is soft, it doesn’t feel rough to the touch or harm the items placed inside.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_105.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_105-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11468\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAll of these baskets were made for heat retention, and the body has a firm, thick structure.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_80-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_80-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11469\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThey are available in six sizes, introduced below from the largest to the smallest.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_90.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_90-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11471\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003e1. Extra Large\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Ø 30 cm (11.81″) × H 12 cm (4.72″) — the largest size, about twice as big as the Large.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_84.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_84-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11472\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInner Ø 25 cm (9.84″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_91.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_91-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11473\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003e2. Large\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Ø 22 cm (8.66″ × H 10 cm (3.94″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_85.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_85-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11474\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInner Ø 17 cm (6.69″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_92.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_92-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11475\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003e3. Medium\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Ø 19 cm (7.48″) × H 8 cm (3.15″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_86.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_86-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11476\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInner Ø 14 cm (5.91″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_93.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_93-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11477\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003e4. Small\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Ø 15 cm (5.91″) × H 7 cm (2.76″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_87.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_87-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11478\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInner Ø 11 cm (4.33″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_94.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_94-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11479\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003e5. Extra Small\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Ø 11 cm (4.33″) × H 5.5 cm (2.17″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_88.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_88-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11480\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInner Ø 8 cm (3.15″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_95.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_95-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11481\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003e6. Micro Small\u003cbr\u003eThe smallest size. Approx. Ø 8 cm (3.15″) × H 4 cm (1.57″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_89.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_89-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11482\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eInner Ø 5.5 cm (2.17″)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA basket born from the rice-growing culture of the Shōnai region.\u003cbr\u003eIt is made using a rare technique in Japan called “coiling.”\u003cbr\u003eCoiling is a basketry method in which bundled materials are wound in a spiral\u003cbr\u003eand sewn together as the form is built up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with refined skill, this rice-straw basket showcases the coiling technique at its best.\u003cbr\u003eMade in a cold region, it has a solid and weighty structure, yet feels soft and smooth to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_83-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11484\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used to hold fruits, root vegetables, or small household items.\u003cbr\u003eThe smaller sizes are sometimes chosen as a base for pincushions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA basket with warmth in both appearance and practicality—\u003cbr\u003eplease enjoy choosing your favorite from the six available sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/210601_79.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11483\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis item ships from Japan. \u003cbr\u003eAs the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. \u003cbr\u003eThese costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. \u003cbr\u003ePlease check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Micro Small","offer_id":45297219010709,"sku":"710701-1","price":880.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Small","offer_id":45297219043477,"sku":"710701-3","price":1320.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small","offer_id":45297219076245,"sku":"710701-5","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45297219109013,"sku":"710701-6","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":45297219141781,"sku":"710701-7","price":3520.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Large","offer_id":45297219174549,"sku":"710701-9","price":7150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/210601_81.jpg?v=1741835392"}],"url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/collections\/rice-straw.oembed","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}