Nakagawa

Dishwasher-Safe Wooden Spoon, Small

$17.00
$17.00

Lacquered cutlery finished to be dishwasher-safe while preserving the natural wood texture. Created in Yamanaka, Ishikawa Prefecture - a renowned lacquerware region - with multiple hand-applied protective coatings over traditional urushi-wiping to ...

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Size/Specs

Product Details

Material

Natural wood (beech)

Paint

Glass paint (primer paint, lacquer paint)

Product Dimensions

Size Guide

Size:

Size Width Total Length- 3 14

Unit: cm

Handling Precautions

Handling Precautions

Notice

Dishwasher and dish dryer use: Household use only

(Use at temperatures below 80°C. Setting the temperature to standard or low will extend the product's lifespan.)

Microwave use: Not

Material and Finish Notes

This product is coated with a stronger coating than regular wooden cutlery and is dishwasher safe.

As the surface finish deteriorates, the appearance may change over time (warping, discoloration, etc.).

With normal use, the paint may peel off from the spout and handle, and the coating will gradually thin with repeated cleaning.

To ensure its longevity, we recommend handling it as carefully as possible.

Product Handling

[During Use]

※Please use the product correctly according to its intended use and intended purpose. Improper use may damage the product or pose a risk to personal injury.

[After Use]

※Please carefully read the instruction manual for your dishwasher or dish dryer before use.

※Avoid soaking.

※Be careful not to hit hard objects such as metal objects inside the dishwasher or dish dryer. This may cause scratches.

※If washing separately in a basket, be careful not to get caught in the mesh of the basket and break.

※If washing by hand, wash with lukewarm water mixed with mild kitchen detergent using a soft sponge, then wipe dry with a soft, dry cloth.

*Please avoid using metal scouring pads or sponges with rough surfaces.

*Please avoid storing in direct sunlight, dry places, or humid conditions. This may cause deformation, discoloration, or mold.

*If the product cracks or breaks, discontinue use and replace it with a new product as soon as possible.

*Strong impacts such as dropping may cause damage.

[Other]

*The tip is tapered, so please keep it out of reach of children to prevent accidents.

*As each product is handcrafted by artisans, individual variations in color and texture may occur.

*This product uses safe paint that has passed food hygiene inspections.

Practical to use, with a calm and balanced appearance.

A small wooden spoon that is easy to use for desserts and soups. Wooden cutlery is often avoided for use in dishwashers, as it is vulnerable to heat and moisture. With this in mind, we set out to create cutlery that retains the warmth and natural character of wood whilst offering everyday practicality. By carefully selecting a finishing method that enhances the wood’s natural grain, we achieved a comfortable texture, a gentle feel on the lips, and a sense of warmth when used. The spoon is also designed with particular attention to the thinness of the tip, bringing out a smooth and pleasant mouthfeel.

Built up through many thin layers to preserve the subtle character of whiping lacquer .

Finished in Yamanaka, Ishikawa Prefecture, a region known for lacquerware, the spoon is first treated with fuki-urushi, a traditional wiping lacquer technique, and then coated with an additional finish that improves dishwasher resistance. Although the grain remains visible and the process may appear simple, fuki-urushi requires repeated cycles of applying lacquer, wiping it away, and polishing, carried out carefully by hand.

Use and washing tests conducted.

Dishwasher testing was conducted by an external institution, with the spoon subjected to 1,000 wash cycles. As a reference, we also show an example that was used two to three times a week over eight months. Compared to an unused piece, the coating has become slightly thinner, and the edges of the spoon show some lightening where the finish has worn. Ageing will vary depending on use and care, but we hope you will enjoy these changes as part of the natural character of wood. (Left: unused / Right: after eight months of use – image shown is of the larger spoon.)

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Delivery & returns

Free international shipping available on qualifying orders. Global shipping from Nara, Japan via DHL. Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery for unused items in original packaging (return shipping at customer's expense).

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