{"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 11.81″ × H 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 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 8.66″ × H 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 7.09″\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 7.48″ × H 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 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 5.91″ × H 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 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 4.33″ × H 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 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 3.15″ × H 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 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":false},{"title":"Extra Small","offer_id":45297219043477,"sku":"710701-3","price":1320.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small","offer_id":45297219076245,"sku":"710701-5","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45297219109013,"sku":"710701-6","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":45297219141781,"sku":"710701-7","price":3520.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"Extra Large","offer_id":45297219174549,"sku":"710701-9","price":7150.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/210601_81.jpg?v=1741835392","url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/710701","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}