Lacquered

These are some of the most highly handcrafted Japanese chopsticks using traditional Japanese lacquer. About 20 layers of Urushi lacquer made from sap of the Sumac tree are used. Each layer is applied and then almost sanded bare to make a fine finish. Then the next layer and so forth until the exquisite finish is achieved. This process takes about 2 months. A rare and truly wonderful piece of handmade art. Round rough hewn profile handle. Rough hewn tips. The chopsticks have a base of Natak...

This chopstick is beautifully chic! Each chopstick is very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Wakasa nuri hashi - made in the Fukui prefecture, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, since the Edo period. Craftsmen apply multiple layers of lacquer to each chopstick and depending on the style, may also incorporate small pieces of shell or mother of pearl to enhance the design. The final design of the chopsticks comes from how the lacquer coatings are carved in...

This chopstick is beautifully chic! Each chopstick is very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Wakasa nuri hashi - made in the Fukui prefecture, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, since the Edo period. Craftsmen apply multiple layers of lacquer to each chopstick and depending on the style, may also incorporate small pieces of shell or mother of pearl to enhance the design. The final design of the chopsticks comes from how the lacquer coatings are carved in...

The Wakasa Kai Japanese chopsticks are 9 inches in length with beautiful designs in golds and greens on black accented by mother of pearl and eggshell. The designs are in the top 3 inches of the handle end of the lacquered chopstick and the tips are textured. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester protective finish. Made in Japan.

Simply elegant, hand lacquered wood, black and red soy sauce dish. A perfect complement to any traditional table setting. The soy dish is round, 2-7/8 inches in diameter. Chinese made wooden ramekin.

The Peacock Zome Japanese Wakasa chopsticks have fine streaks of teal, silver, gold and maroon (colors of the peacock!) over beautiful black chopstick bodies. The chopsticks have a base of Jabon wood (Anthocephalus cadamba), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester protective finish. They are 9-1/8 inches in length, are dishwasher safe, and have textured square tips. Made in Japan.

Striking greens on black Wakasa chopsticks design! Wakasa Shinryoku chopsticks are very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Made in the Fukui prefecture, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, since the Edo period. Craftsmen apply multiple layers of lacquer to each chopstick and depending on the style, may also incorporate small pieces of shell or mother of pearl to enhance the design. The final design of the Wakasa Shinryoku chopsticks come from how the lacquer...

Dishwasher safe! Each Shinonome Wakasa chopstick is a nicely paired black lacquer with mother of pearl combined with medium lightly lacquered wood chopsticks. The handle end is carved to a blunt point. The chopsticks have a base of Tinnok wood (Vitex pubescens), harvested in Malaysia. They have a Polyester Urethane protective finish. Chopsticks are 9 inches in length. Black lacquer chopsticks made in Japan.

This chopstick is an elegantly crafted! The Wakasa Taikan Japanese chopsticks are 9 inches in length with carving that creates indented scallops on 2 sides and creates vertical striping down the other 2 sides. Beautiful colors and hues of reds, gold and orange design. Made in Japan. Each chopstick is very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Wakasa nuri hashi - made in the Fukui prefecture, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, since the Edo period. Craftsmen...

These lacquered chopsticks are elegantly crafted! The Wakasa Takao Japanese chopsticks are 9 inches in length with carving that creates vertical striping down the sides. Beautiful colors and hues of reds, gold and orange design. Made in Japan. Each of these Japanese-style chopsticks are very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Wakasa nuri hashi - made in the Fukui prefecture, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, since the Edo period. Craftsmen apply multiple...

This chopstick is an elegantly crafted! Look carefully in the photo to see the deep red scallops and stripes in the black lacquer finish. The Wakasa Mame Tsuishu Black Japanese chopsticks are 9 inches in length with carving that creates deep red scallops on 2 sides and vertical striping down the other 2 sides. Beautiful black and deep red form a striking design. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester Urethane protective...

This chopstick is an elegantly crafted! The Wakasa Wakaba Black Japanese Chopsticks are 9 inches in length with carving that creates scallops on 2 sides and vertical striping down the other 2 sides. Beautiful black with green and tan scallops and stripes design. Made in Japan. Each chopstick is very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Wakasa nuri hashi - made in the Fukui prefecture, located along the coast of the Sea of Japan, since the Edo period. Craftsmen apply...

This chopstick is an elegantly crafted! The Wakasa Takachijo Black Japanese chopsticks are 9 inches in length with carving that creates vertical striping down the sides. Beautiful colors of black, red and tan design. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic Urethane protective finish. Made in Japan.Each chopstick is very labor intensive and can contain up to 50+ layers of lacquer. Wakasa nuri hashi - made in the Fukui...

A dark wood chopstick with a sleek black handle. The textured tip allows for easy handling of food. Adorned with a rectangular reflective foil on both sides. These chopsticks are 9 inches in length. Made in Japan.

Gloss black Wakasa Japanese chopsticks with swirls of deep red. The deep red design follows the Mingei movement; A folk craftstyle founded by Yanagi Sōetsu, where the beauty of art is found in ordinary life. The Wakasa Mingei Tsuishu chopsticks are 9 inches in length with textured tips for easy handling. Handmade in Japan.

The Nokutan Wakasa Chopsticks are an unusual take on Wakasa craftsmanship. Five gloss hues of slightly iridescent earth tones overlay a satin rust color chopstick. A graceful, understated elegant design. These handmade Japanese chopsticks are 9-1/8 inches long with textured tips. Made in Japan.

The Kai-Koji Wakasa chopsticks have bands of thick encrusted mother of pearl over a gloss black finish. These graceful, elegant Japanese chopsticks are 9-1/8 inches long and have textured tips. Dishwasher safe. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester Urethane protective finish. Handmade in Japan.

This most exquisite pair of black Wakasa chopsticks has layers of lacquer, gold foil, mother of pearl, and flecks of egg shell and other elements to create amazing rings of vibrant color and excitement. Naturally heat and water resistant makes for a durable pair of chopsticks. A true work of art. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic protective finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made...

Stunningly beautiful handmade Wakasa chopsticks. Translucent rich red lacquer over gold foil with mother of pearl and diagonal bands of shells and minerals. Naturally heat and water resistant. Truly amazing looking chopsticks that look better in real life than in a photo. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured...

Hand made Wakasa chopsticks with incredible translucent red lacquer over gold foil finish. Adorned with mother of pearl, shell and minerals add amazing colors and richness. More beautiful in person than a photo can ever convey. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores...

The Seiun Wakasa chopsticks have a multitude of layers of lacquer and resin to make this incredible pattern. Yellow, black, red, green and brown layers make a most unique coloring. Naturally heat and water resistant. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic protective finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

Stunning, amazing artistry. Incredible Wakasa chopsticks with translucent blue lacquer over pearlescent white. Adorned with gold foil, large pieces of mother of pearl, egg shell and minerals. These are the chopsticks Liberace would have used. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. They are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the...

The unique Shoku Arai Sakura Wakasa chopsticks have layers of black, white and brown lacquer and resin, carved away to show ringed ovals and stiping. Adorned with shimmery gold foil sakura (cherry) blossoms. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester Urethane protective finish. Dishwasher safe for easy care. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. ...

Wonderful hand-painted Wakasa chopsticks with swirls of reds and golds over dark wood chopsticks with black tips. Every pair is unique and full of life. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

Wonderful hand-painted Wakasa chopsticks with swirls of golds and black over dark wood chopsticks with black tips. Every pair is unique and full of life. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

The Aya Nishiki Black Wakasa Chopsticks are beautiful dark wood chopsticks with handles decorated with mother of pearl, gold foil, layers of colored lacquer (red, green) and mineral specks, all embedded in a gloss black finish. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. These long chopsticks do not fit any of our chopstick boxes. Our long webbing sleeve is a good choice....

We brought back an old favorite. The Tenmaru Japanese chopsticks are an elegant pair of dishwasher safe dark wood chopsticks with rings of silver glitter on the handle. A nice and relatively inexpensive pair of chopsticks with easy care. The chopsticks have a base of Tinnok wood (Vitex pubescens), harvested in Malaysia. They have a Polyester Urethane protective finish. They are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

Elegant chopsticks that embody serenity. The Tenka Akebono Wakasa chopsticks are black and dark red layered showing beautiful streaks of subtle color. There's a Tensoge angled bevel at the handle end. The handles have an almost octagon shape. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic protective finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. ...

These are some of the most highly handcrafted Japanese chopsticks. About 20 layers of real Urushi lacquer made from the Sumac tree are used. Each layer is applied and then almost sanded bare to make a fine finish. Then the next layer and so forth until the exquisite finish is achieved. This process takes about 2 months. A rare and truly wonderful piece of handmade art. Round rough hewn profile handle. Rough hewn tips. The chopsticks have a base of Natak (Manilkara kauki), harvested in Brazil....

The Amamaru Juju Wakasa Chopsticks have alternating layers of black and orange resin, then carved to reveal the incredible colors and design. The chopsticks are polished to a satin sheen. The Amamaru Juju chopsticks are dishwasher safe for easy care. These are too long to fit any of our chopstick boxes, however they do fit our long chopstick sleeve. The chopsticks have a base of Malas (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. They have a Polyester Urethane protective finish....

A glitter lovers' dream! The Kairou Ocean Wakasa Chopsticks are decorated with shimmering green and blue glitter, along with mother of pearl, that depicts the ocean waters. Flamboyant and beautiful. They are dishwasher safe for easy care. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. The chopsticks have a base of Malas (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. They have a Polyester Urethane protective...

A beautiful pair of Takumi brand Hosomi Madara Wakasa chopsticks presented exquisitely in a nice lightwood gift box. The chopsticks have layers of black and red lacquer along with gold foil and egg shell decoration. The chopsticks are dishwasher safe for easy care and durability. The Hosomi Madara Wakasa chopsticks are 9.25 inches long and have smooth tips. They have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The box is 10.125 x 1.875 x .75 inches. Hand made in...

Stunning, amazing artistry. Incredible Wakasa chopsticks with translucent red lacquer over pearlescent silver. Adorned with gold foil, large pieces of mother of pearl, egg shell and minerals. These are the chopsticks Liberace would have used. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are shorter 8.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in...

A dark wood chopstick with a sleek red handle. The textured tip allows for easy handling of food. Adorned with a rectangular reflective foil on both sides. These chopsticks are 8.25 inches in length. Made in Japan.