{"product_id":"210134","title":"Round Basket “Oboke” \/ Suzutake Bamboo \/ Iwate-JPN 210134","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_168.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39947 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a round basket made from Suzutake bamboo, known as an \u003cem\u003eoboke\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word \u003cem\u003eoboke\u003c\/em\u003e refers to a container once used in traditional spinning work.\u003cbr\u003eIt was used to hold strands of hemp fiber that had been torn, joined, and twisted into thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious types of containers were used as oboke—not only baskets, but also bentwood tubs and wooden boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_16.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39948 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process of making thread was called \u003cem\u003eōmi\u003c\/em\u003e, and the oboke played an important role in keeping the completed threads from tangling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Suzutake version of the oboke has a distinctive shape unique to the region: a square base and a softly rounded rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_163.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39950\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page features two sizes of the Oboke Basket: Medium and Large.\u003c\/p\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\/240101_174.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_174.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39951\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basket is woven using the \u003cem\u003eajiro-ami\u003c\/em\u003e technique.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_175.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_175.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39952\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis traditional method uses two bamboo strips per set, woven closely together to create a tight, uniform pattern.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_178.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39957\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eYou may notice some purplish or dark tones in parts of the bamboo. This natural coloration occurs when the outer skin peels and the bamboo is exposed to sunlight. We hope you’ll enjoy these as part of the natural character of the material.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_172.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_172.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39953\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe rim is finished by wrapping vertical strands of rattan around a core of sturdy Madake bamboo.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_173.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_173.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39954\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe wrapping is done tightly and evenly, with no gaps.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_177.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_177.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39955\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe weave is dense throughout, including the base, so that even small items will not fall through.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_176.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_176.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39956\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39958\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eLet us introduce each size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_171.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_171.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39959\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the Medium size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_4.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39960\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39961\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt’s useful for storing snacks, tea leaves, coffee drip bags, or for keeping room-temperature produce like potatoes or mandarins.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/240101_170.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39962\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the Large size.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_3.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39963\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_12.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_12.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39964\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eTraditionally used for delicate items like thread, it also works well for storing towels, cloths, or other textiles.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39965\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuzutake bamboo is known for its glossy surface, soft yet resilient texture, and overall durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39968\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39973\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of its pleasures is the way it gradually deepens in color over time—\u003cbr\u003efrom pale green to a warm amber tone.\u003cbr\u003eEven after years of use, washing it with water brings back a natural sheen to the surface,\u003cbr\u003ea sign of just how exceptional the material is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime210134_17.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39967\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a form unlike any other, this basket is truly one of a kind.\u003cbr\u003ePlease choose the size that best suits your needs.\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\/240101_164.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39966\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuzutake Craft from Torigoe, Iwate Prefecture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorigoe is a small village located in Ichinohe Town, Ninohe District, in the northern part of Iwate Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003eIt is well known as a traditional center of Suzutake bamboo craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Suzutake bamboo that grows in the Torigoe region is said to be especially strong and flexible.\u003cbr\u003eFor over a thousand years, people in the area have used it to weave durable and practical baskets and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, since around 2015, many areas of Iwate have experienced a widespread dieback of Suzutake bamboo,\u003cbr\u003emaking it increasingly difficult to secure high-quality material.\u003cbr\u003eSince then, sourcing good-quality material has become much more difficult,\u003cbr\u003emaking Suzutake craft even more precious today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is said that once every 120 years, the bamboo reaches the end of its life cycle,\u003cbr\u003eproduces small yellow flowers, and then dies off.\u003cbr\u003eAfter that, it may take 10 to 20 years for new shoots to grow tall enough to be used in bamboo craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven for the artisans who have worked with Suzutake for many years, this is an unprecedented challenge.\u003cbr\u003eAnd yet, to keep their craft alive, they continue to walk the mountains carefully,\u003cbr\u003egathering what little bamboo they can find—\u003cbr\u003esometimes just a fraction of what was once available—and carrying on the tradition with care.\u003c\/p\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 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