A Fresh Start: Updating Your Life with Newness
As a new chapter begins, it's natural to want to refresh your mood.
While you might want to change your interior, getting new furniture isn't always easy.
That's where "small items," like those I introduced last time, come in handy for enjoying a simple change.
This time, I'd like to introduce a few more of my favorite items that subtly update my daily life.
Woodpecker's Ginkgo Cutting Board
This is a ginkgo cutting board from Woodpecker, a company founded in 2007 with the concept of "living with wood."
The representative, Mr. Fukui, was born into a family of traditional wood turners and has refined his woodworking skills over many years. Through this, he strives to create while deeply understanding the importance of living with wood.
He is dedicated to understanding the characteristics of various types of wood and creating tools that are optimal for each material.
Ginkgo Cutting Boards: A Favorite of Professional Chefs, Built to Last
Ingredients don't slip easily, and you can move your knife with light pressure, making it gentle on the blade.
The first time I used it, I was so impressed that I didn't feel tired at all even after cooking for a long time.
Ginkgo cutting boards are thick and sturdy, yet they drain well and have excellent antibacterial properties, making them hygienic to use. Many professional chefs are said to favor them.
Not only are they useful for quick tasks during busy mornings, like making salads or cutting bread, but they also perform well when preparing meats with strong odors or fish that require more effort.
What's more, Woodpecker offers a reassuring re-sharpening service for their cutting boards.
While well-used cutting boards may show darkening or small scratches from years of use, the re-sharpening process can restore them to a like-new condition, which is a great bonus.
New Forms for Cutting Boards
Ginkgo cutting boards come in a wide variety of designs and sizes.
The simple rectangular type features a gentle rounded shape, rather than the typical angular form.
Sizes are also available to suit various uses, from small sub-cutting boards to larger ones that provide ample workspace, so you can find the perfect one for your kitchen and needs.
This adorable cloud-shaped cutting board is not only used as a cutting board but also as a large serving plate on the table.
For Everyday Use and Special Occasions: Carefully Selected, Skin-Friendly Towels
The second item I'd like to introduce is Fujitaka Towel.
Founded in 1919, it's a long-established manufacturer in Imabari that handles everything from yarn dyeing to finishing.
Towels are daily necessities that always touch your skin, so you want to be particular about their texture and appearance.
Fujitaka Towels gently embrace your skin with a smooth feel, and their high design quality is also appealing.
Craftsmanship Evident in Every Detail
Fujitaka Towel's "GRAPHIC LINE series" are towels with a focus on color balance and weaving techniques.
They use plied yarns that combine durability and softness, and a special weaving method called "pile wrap technique" results in a long-lasting product with excellent appearance and feel.
I was drawn to its unique design and gave it as a gift to a friend, who was very happy, which in turn made me happy.
The fact that it lasts a long time means the recipient can enjoy it for an extended period, which is also satisfying for the giver.
I encourage all of you to consider giving it as a gift for sudden celebrations or as a small token of gratitude.
My Towel Usage by Size
These versatile and stylish towels come in two colors: "Y" and "O".
I use three sizes: bath towel, mini bath towel, and face towel.
The bath towel is fluffy and offers a blissful moment wrapping myself in it after a bath. I also use it as a lap blanket.
The mini bath towel is compact and convenient. It's perfect after a bath and doesn't take up as much space as a large bath towel, reducing laundry. It's especially recommended for those with short hair.
The face towel is an indispensable item in daily life. Besides the kitchen and washroom, I'd also like to use it for leisure activities as the days get longer.
New Discoveries That Transform Daily Life
Just by incorporating new small items, these products naturally add freshness to your life.
Because they are small items, it's easier to try colors and designs you wouldn't normally choose, allowing you to refresh your mood without feeling overwhelmed.
As spring arrives.
When you have new belongings, your mood naturally brightens, and a positive feeling emerges.
