{"product_id":"321209","title":"Butter Knife, Multipurpose Spatula \/ Smoked Bamboo \/ Kochi-JPN 321209","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/r321209_7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48362\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are a multipurpose spatula and a butter knife made from smoked bamboo.\u003c\/p\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=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209_5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39853 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong bamboos, there is the vigorous and thick “Mōsō bamboo” and the slightly slender “Hachiku bamboo.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy placing these bamboos into a high-pressure steamer or into a charcoal kiln used for making charcoal, a uniquely rich character is brought out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt our shop, this special material is called smoked bamboo.\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\/r321209_5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48366\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-5 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\/f8d4ffde05a63871aab5c34042cd337f.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/f8d4ffde05a63871aab5c34042cd337f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35934\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the multipurpose spatula. It may look like an ice pop stick, but it has solid thickness and sturdiness.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/5c3da4a908260b67f129e344d2754145.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/5c3da4a908260b67f129e344d2754145.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35937\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the tip of the spatula, used for spreading, mixing, or blending.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/aea57f4bd4d27eb5b9ce213a94e23581.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/aea57f4bd4d27eb5b9ce213a94e23581.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35939\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe edge of the spatula is less than 0.04″ thin. Still, it is not sharp enough to cut your finger—its touch is gentle.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/49d66249eb67d6d8688a864a55c10b7f.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/49d66249eb67d6d8688a864a55c10b7f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35940\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe tip of the spatula also has a smooth roundness. This design makes it less likely to scratch bowls or pots when mixing food.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/de9965b5a8f2522e7e17699197be3703.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/de9965b5a8f2522e7e17699197be3703.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35936\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handle of the spatula is given solid thickness for easy grip. The smoked bamboo surface also shows the unique character of its finish.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/63cb1378b7afa33d2894b9dfa1809306.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/63cb1378b7afa33d2894b9dfa1809306.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35941\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eAs its name suggests, it can be used in many situations. For mixing salads.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209_13.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209_13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39859\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eFor spreading jam or bean paste. Also for spreading cake cream or kneading bean paste.\u003c\/figcaption\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\/ime321209_9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39854\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209__5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48368\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is also useful for mixing side dishes like ohitashi, or for stirring natto—helpful in many cooking scenes.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209__2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48369\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-6 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\/e89455a5aed3b01a6ac7146dbc5c182f.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/e89455a5aed3b01a6ac7146dbc5c182f.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35942\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the butter knife. Compared to the multipurpose spatula, it has a sharper design.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/413d8cfe28fb17bb8508e0f2f33618ec.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/413d8cfe28fb17bb8508e0f2f33618ec.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35945\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the blade part of the knife. In the photo, the upper side of the blade is flat, while the lower side is shaped like a knife to make it easier to cut butter.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/cdbdae06bb9c5571a5ceeab563cdce50.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/cdbdae06bb9c5571a5ceeab563cdce50.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35946\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis too is made thin, but it is not sharp enough to cut your finger. The touch is gentle.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/r321209_15.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/r321209_15.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40569\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handle of the knife has a thickness that makes it easy to grip. You can feel the character of smoked bamboo in its finish.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/7cb8b83648aca0f40b2130be31d98bba.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/7cb8b83648aca0f40b2130be31d98bba.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35943\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere is the reverse side.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/93398fb428432651865a1b81410d4b3e-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/93398fb428432651865a1b81410d4b3e-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35965\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209__11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48370\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eUse the knife edge to cut butter, and when you want to spread it flat, use the flat part on the top.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime321209__9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-48371\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eLeft-handed people can use it in the same way.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\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\/ime321209_12.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39861\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using fine tools like these in cooking or dining,\u003cbr\u003eit gives the feeling of spending a truly good time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two tools seem to create small moments of happiness in daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease choose your preferred type.\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\/a8a70f89be50d914041cdbbf5f196284.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5433\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e__Kazuho Shimomoto’s Bamboo Cutlery__\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Kazuho Shimomoto, who runs his workshop in the mountains of Kōchi,\u003cbr\u003eoriginally built charcoal kilns together with local people, using only earth and stone,\u003cbr\u003eand made charcoal from oak and beech wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beginning of his bamboo cutlery came when he hung up bamboo spoons he had carved himself\u003cbr\u003eand exposed them directly to the heavy smoke from charcoal making, which gave them a unique finish.\u003cbr\u003eFrom this experience, he went on to make bamboo cutlery smoked in the charcoal kiln in earnest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo, which in some parts of Japan today is even regarded as a nuisance,\u003cbr\u003eis cut down by Mr. Shimomoto himself in the mountains.\u003cbr\u003eAfter applying heat treatment, he smokes it in his own charcoal kiln\u003cbr\u003eand uses the deeply blackened bamboo to craft cutlery as tools for daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces he makes, though sharp in impression, also carry a certain calm thickness and roundness.\u003cbr\u003eThey are not only appealing to the eye but also gentle to the touch,\u003cbr\u003ewith a profound charm that is of course practical as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer they are used, the more the texture of bamboo softens and blends in.\u003cbr\u003eWhile retaining their original “sharp yet calm” impression, they become more beloved over time,\u003cbr\u003eadding a small touch of color to the daily table and to the mood of the person using them.\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 placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Multipurpose spatula","offer_id":43541435023509,"sku":"321209-1","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Butter 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