{"product_id":"850402-1","title":"Everyday Storage Basket \/ White Bamboo \/ Oita-JPN 850402-1","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44136\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-29.jpg\" height=\"900\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small basket made from white bamboo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite bamboo is made by boiling and sun-drying fresh green Madake\u003cbr\u003eto remove its natural oils and color, resulting in a pale, refined finish.\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 is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_27.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30375\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_27.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basket is made using \u003cem\u003eYotsume-ami\u003c\/em\u003e, a weaving method that connects a series of square shapes.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_35.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30376\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_35.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThese squares are tilted to form a diamond-like pattern throughout the basket.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_30.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30379\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_30.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe base is also open-weave, creating a light and airy impression. Its round, wide-open mouth adds a charming touch.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_31.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30380\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_31.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere is the underside of the basket. The bottom is square in shape, and the bamboo nodes are gathered at the center of this surface.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_32.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30378\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_32.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis is the rim area. The bamboo strips interweave and seem to support one another. The same strips used to weave the basket body continue seamlessly into the rim.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_33.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30383\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_33.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eHere is the inner side of the rim. The strips curve and flow smoothly.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_34.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30382\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_34.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis rim style is known as \u003cem\u003etomobuchi\u003c\/em\u003e—a finish often used when the basket is completed using only bamboo, without the addition of materials like rattan.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_38-2.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30388\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_38-2.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThis airy basket, woven entirely from white bamboo, carries a sense of freshness and clarity.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-31-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44143\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-31-1.jpg\" height=\"900\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt’s ideal for keeping whatever you personally like to have on hand. The artisan who made this piece, for example, uses it to store garlic and dried chili peppers.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-37-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44144\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-37-1.jpg\" height=\"900\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003ePlace it near the table or in the kitchen—for chopstick rests, or your favorite spices.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-39.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44145\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-39.jpg\" height=\"900\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eBy the bedside or on your desk—for eyedrops, ointments, or small daily essentials.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-41-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44146\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-41-1.jpg\" height=\"900\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt’s also perfect for holding snacks or tea-time items in one place.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44148\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_37-1.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-44147\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime20241207-35-1.jpg\" height=\"900\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn daily life, a little preparation goes a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those small but important things—\u003cbr\u003eitems that offer peace of mind just by having them close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small basket that fits comfortably in the palms of both hands.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be sure to check the dimensions carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-30398\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/221201_29.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeyond Categories: A New Approach to Bamboo Craft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the world of bamboo craft, items are often labeled—\u003cbr\u003e“practical goods,” “folk art,” “souvenirs,” or “traditional crafts”—\u003cbr\u003edefined by the maker or by how they are used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut there is a couple who create bamboo work that goes beyond such categories,\u003cbr\u003epursuing a broader, more open vision of what bamboo can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey began as self-taught artisans,\u003cbr\u003elater refining their skills at the Oita Prefectural Bamboo Craft Training Center in Beppu.\u003cbr\u003eAfter graduating, they spent several years in workshops across Oita Prefecture,\u003cbr\u003esteadily honing their craft by fulfilling order after order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir work is not shaped by vague ideas or trendy concepts,\u003cbr\u003ebut grounded in solid technique—developed through repetition and discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir baskets reflect careful consideration:\u003cbr\u003ethe choice of bamboo suited to each piece, the balance of color and shape,\u003cbr\u003eand the usability that fits modern life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat they create—each “bamboo thing,” in its own way—has a quiet joy.\u003cbr\u003eA lightness, free from pressure, that makes it feel both thoughtful and delightfully approachable.\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":"Default 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