{"title":"LACQUER \u0026 TIMBERWARES","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tongs","title":"Tongs","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted Tongs \u003cspan\u003eトング\u003c\/span\u003e by Double=Double Furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Walnut with Maple Detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 55mm x 280mm x 65mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Wataru Sakai in Itoshima, Kyushu Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble=Double Furniture is the label of woodworker Wataru Sakai who handcrafts timber tableware and furniture from his beautiful workshop in Itoshima. Double=Double focuses on creating practical and simple forms that are finished to a very high standard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Double Furniture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31311041495151,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4772-4.jpg?v=1790596924"},{"product_id":"tongs-1","title":"Tongs","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted Tongs \u003cspan\u003eトング\u003c\/span\u003e by Double=Double Furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Maple with Walnut Detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 55mm x 280mm x 65mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Wataru Sakai in Itoshima, Kyushu Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble=Double Furniture is the label of woodworker Wataru Sakai who handcrafts timber tableware and furniture from his beautiful workshop in Itoshima. Double=Double focuses on creating practical and simple forms that are finished to a very high standard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Double Furniture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31312824631407,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4771-3.jpg?v=1790596576"},{"product_id":"chopsticks","title":"Chopsticks 箸","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted Chopsticks 箸 by Double=Double Furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin elegant chopsticks designed to be able to pick up small food such as rice and fish bones with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 22cm L, 6mm x 2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Wataru Sakai in Itoshima, Kyushu Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble=Double Furniture is the label of woodworker Wataru Sakai who handcrafts timber tableware and furniture from his beautiful workshop in Itoshima. Double=Double focuses on creating practical and simple forms that are finished to a very high standard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Double Furniture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39831589421167,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4778.jpg?v=1790597312"},{"product_id":"serving-spoon","title":"Wannari","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-turned Lacquered Soup Bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japanese Zelkova in Kaga, Ishikawa prefecture by Yamanaknuri.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wannari Bowls are hand turned and lacquered by Kubode Shyoji (b.1952) Shoji is a key figure of the woodturner community of Kaga, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewhich is the most renowned area for traditional wood turned lacquerware in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slightly larger soup bowl the Wannari is available in a Natural and Grey Urushi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade for Miso and other accompanying soup dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Japanese Zelkova\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquer: Urushi (Grey)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 11.5cm W x 7cm H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLacquerware Care\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only for intended purpose of the product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrushi Lacquer can infrequently cause skin irritation for some people. If you notice abnormalities, cease using the product and consult a doctor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use with direct flame, microwave, dishwasher or scourer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash by hand with natural detergents. Do not expose to harsh chemicals which may affect the surface.  And like with all wooden products, dry with a tea towel after washing. Do not leave to drip dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNurimon Akinai\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collective makers of Nurimon Akinai are located in Yamanaka, Kaga in the Ishikawa prefecture. Yamanaka is a hot spring area which has been producing lacquerware for about 400 years. The Yamanakaurushi ware is said to be the highest quality lacquerware in Japan.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWood Turning\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamanaka is particularly renowned for the wood turning part of the process. Although it is common in other areas to turn the wood across the grain as it is more economical, tradition in Yamanaka is to turn the bowls with the grain. This is a more difficult and time consuming way to work on the lathe and requires greater skill. But as the wood is stronger this way, it allows the maker to turn fine, thin bowls with delicate designs. Additionally, turning with the grain means the final bowl will sit on the table in the same way as the tree grew. This makes the bowl stronger and less prone to warping or cracking over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLacquer (Urushi)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-slate-fragment=\"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\"\u003eTo finish the bowls they employ a technique called Fukiurushi. A process of saturating the wood with Urushi lacquer and then wiping off the excess, drying the bowl and then polising it. The process is repeated several times before completion. Fukiurushi is the traditional technique of Yamanaka ware. Because of the repeated process, the Urushi penetrates the wood, highlighting the grain and other subtleties of the natural material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe welcome two makers to our shop from the Nurimon Akinai collective, Yamanakanuri \u0026amp; Kinsai.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nurimon Akinai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39831597809775,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4794.jpg?v=1790596784"},{"product_id":"tea-caddy-鋸","title":"Tea Caddy  直","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eGATO MIKIO \/ KISEN \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e直\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Kisen Tea Caddy is a remarkably considered object and a beautiful example of extremely fine woodturning skills. It is made from a single piece of timber, with both an internal and external lid to keep tea fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eWill hold approx 100g Matcha or 50-70g Black Tea\/Sencha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eTimber: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eケヤキ Japanese Zelkova\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eDimensions: φ８０×１１０mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eSmoke Grey with Polyurethane finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eHand turned in Yamanaka, Designed by Satoshi Umeno 梅野聡\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComes in box. Please note the timber grain on each caddy differs and is unique. If you would like more photos of a singular piece please email mail@wingnutand.co\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMakers Statement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe word “kisen” refers to the unique and beautiful annual growth rings of trees. Our tea caddies are made from one block of wood so that these unique patterns of the wood grain are connected between the lid and body of the container. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is possible because of the double structure of the tea caddy, in which the separate inside layer is attached before the shape of outside layer is made\u003c\/span\u003e. KISEN celebrates the beauty of natural wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p2\"\u003eGATO MIKIO was originally founded in 1908 (Meiji 41), as Gato Sawmill in Yamanaka Hot Spring, a town famed for wood turning. Following the intentions and spirit of the original Kijishi wood-turners, we aspire to perfect the woodwork that is completed individually by our craftsmen. We make the most of the beautiful grain that only natural wood can have, and we strive to highlight it in our products. This means that we never compromise on the quality of our work and we are proud of the quality of our materials, the precision of our wooden base work, and the clear look of our  finishes. Only after each element has been completed perfectly, do we assemble them together to create our unique handcrafts. We continue to create authentic and long-lasting pieces, pursuing functionality with traditional skills, and artistry based on Japanese aesthetic senses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wingnut \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40601390252143,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/products\/AnguarVessel2-1004.jpg?v=1669665486"},{"product_id":"wannari-1","title":"Ōwan KOTEN","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-turned Lacquered Soup Bowl with foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a larger bowl and made for a main soup (Tonjiru etc served with accompanying rice and other dishes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japanese Zelkova in Kaga, Ishikawa prefecture by Yamanaknuri.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ōwan are hand turned and lacquered by Kubode Shyoji (b.1952) Shoji is a key figure of the woodturner community of Kaga, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewhich is the most renowned area for traditional wood turned lacquerware in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis the Ōwan KOTEN is available in a Natural and Grey Urushi and is the larger  sister to the Miso \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wingnutand.co\/collections\/tableware\/products\/serving-spoon\"\u003eWannari.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Japanese Zelkova\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquer: Urushi (Grey)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 14\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecm W x 10.5cm T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLacquerware Care\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only for intended purpose of the product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrushi Lacquer can infrequently cause skin irritation for some people. If you notice abnormalities, cease using the product and consult a doctor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use with direct flame, microwave, dishwasher or scourer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash by hand with natural detergents. Do not expose to harsh chemicals which may affect the surface.  And like with all wooden products, dry with a tea towel after washing. Do not leave to drip dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNurimon Akinai\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collective makers of Nurimon Akinai are located in Yamanaka, Kaga in the Ishikawa prefecture. Yamanaka is a hot spring area which has been producing lacquerware for about 400 years. The Yamanakaurushi ware is said to be the highest quality lacquerware in Japan.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWood Turning\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamanaka is particularly renowned for the wood turning part of the process. Although it is common in other areas to turn the wood across the grain as it is more economical, tradition in Yamanaka is to turn the bowls with the grain. This is a more difficult and time consuming way to work on the lathe and requires greater skill. But as the wood is stronger this way, it allows the maker to turn fine, thin bowls with delicate designs. Additionally, turning with the grain means the final bowl will sit on the table in the same way as the tree grew. This makes the bowl stronger and less prone to warping or cracking over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLacquer (Urushi)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-slate-fragment=\"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\"\u003eTo finish the bowls they employ a technique called Fukiurushi. A process of saturating the wood with Urushi lacquer and then wiping off the excess, drying the bowl and then polising it. The process is repeated several times before completion. Fukiurushi is the traditional technique of Yamanaka ware. Because of the repeated process, the Urushi penetrates the wood, highlighting the grain and other subtleties of the natural material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe welcome two makers to our shop from the Nurimon Akinai collective, Yamanakanuri \u0026amp; Kinsai.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nurimon Akinai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40667197603951,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4749.jpg?v=1790633080"},{"product_id":"owan-koten","title":"Ōwan KOTEN","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-turned Lacquered Soup Bowl with foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a larger bowl and made for a main soup (Tonjiru etc served with accompanying rice and other dishes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japanese Zelkova in Kaga, Ishikawa prefecture by Yamanaknuri.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ōwan are hand turned and lacquered by Kubode Shyoji (b.1952) Shoji is a key figure of the woodturner community of Kaga, \u003cspan\u003ewhich is the most renowned area for traditional wood turned lacquerware in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis the Ōwan KOTEN is available in a Natural and Grey Urushi and is the larger  sister to the Miso \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wingnutand.co\/collections\/tableware\/products\/serving-spoon\"\u003eWannari.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Japanese Zelkova\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquer: Urushi (Natural)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 14\u003cspan\u003ecm W x 10.5cm T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLacquerware Care\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only for intended purpose of the product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrushi Lacquer can infrequently cause skin irritation for some people. 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Because of the repeated process, the Urushi penetrates the wood, highlighting the grain and other subtleties of the natural material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe welcome two makers to our shop from the Nurimon Akinai collective, Yamanakanuri \u0026amp; Kinsai.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nurimon Akinai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40667209924719,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4755.jpg?v=1791090583"},{"product_id":"zaru-rectangle","title":"Zaru Rectangle","description":"\u003cp\u003eZaru for Soba to Share\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo | Made in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Ideal for share serve of Soba or great for collecting and washing herbs \u0026amp; veg from garden)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24cm x 19cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40762591084655,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2300\/8573\/files\/IMG_4782.jpg?v=1790596065"},{"product_id":"owan-koten-1","title":"Ōwan KOTEN","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-turned Lacquered Soup Bowl with foot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a larger bowl and made for a main soup (Tonjiru etc served with accompanying rice and other dishes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japanese Zelkova in Kaga, Ishikawa prefecture by Yamanaknuri.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ōwan are hand turned and lacquered by Kubode Shyoji (b.1952) Shoji is a key figure of the woodturner community of Kaga, \u003cspan\u003ewhich is the most renowned area for traditional wood turned lacquerware in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ōwan KOTEN is available in a Natural, Grey, Kuro and Suri Urushi and is the larger sister to the Miso \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wingnutand.co\/collections\/tableware\/products\/serving-spoon\"\u003eWannari.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber: Japanese Zelkova\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquer: Kuro Urushi \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 14\u003cspan\u003ecm W x 10.5cm T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLacquerware Care\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only for intended purpose of the product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrushi Lacquer can infrequently cause skin irritation for some people. 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If you notice abnormalities, cease using the product and consult a doctor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use with direct flame, microwave, dishwasher or scourer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash by hand with natural detergents. Do not expose to harsh chemicals which may affect the surface.  And like with all wooden products, dry with a tea towel after washing. Do not leave to drip dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNurimon Akinai\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collective makers of Nurimon Akinai are located in Yamanaka, Kaga in the Ishikawa prefecture. Yamanaka is a hot spring area which has been producing lacquerware for about 400 years. 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