This is a handled basket made from white bamboo.

White bamboo is made by heat-treating green Madake bamboo, such as by boiling,
and drying it in the sun to remove its oils and color.

White bamboo crafts have bright, fresh tones that give them a refined appearance.
The treatment also benefits the material itself: removing oils and moisture makes the bamboo firmer and stronger,
less prone to splintering, and less likely to develop mold and similar problems.

Along the sides of the basket, the number of bamboo strips decreases toward the top,
and the openings in the weave become larger.
Even so, when you actually hold it, you can feel its firm, sturdy construction.

As its name suggests, this garden basket would work well in the garden or field.
You could use it to carry harvested vegetables and fruit along with your tools.
Filled with lunch and drinks, it would also make a good companion for a trip to the park.

It could also be used for carrying or arranging seasonal flowers.

You might take it along on everyday outings.
With your belongings gathered in a drawstring bag or wrapped in cloth to suit the season and placed inside,
it could be a basket to enjoy all year round.

This basket flares out generously toward the opening and reflects the careful workmanship of Beppu bamboo craft.
Please enjoy using it in the way you prefer.

Beyond Categories: A New Approach to Bamboo Craft

In the world of bamboo craft, items are often labeled—
“practical goods,” “folk art,” “souvenirs,” or “traditional crafts”—
defined by the maker or by how they are used.

But there is a couple who create bamboo work that goes beyond such categories,
pursuing a broader, more open vision of what bamboo can be.

They began as self-taught artisans,
later refining their skills at the Oita Prefectural Bamboo Craft Training Center in Beppu.
After graduating, they spent several years in workshops across Oita Prefecture,
steadily honing their craft by fulfilling order after order.

Their work is not shaped by vague ideas or trendy concepts,
but grounded in solid technique—developed through repetition and discipline.

Their baskets reflect careful consideration:
the choice of bamboo suited to each piece, the balance of color and shape,
and the usability that fits modern life.

What they create—each “bamboo thing,” in its own way—has a quiet joy.
A lightness, free from pressure, that makes it feel both thoughtful and delightfully approachable.

Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.