Nanpu Crafts Hexagonal Lidded Oval Basket White

Roku-me Oval Basket with Lid (White)

The Roku-me Oval Basket with Lid (White) features the gentle luster and soft texture unique to bamboo.
The intricate Roku-me weave, crafted from delicate bamboo strips, combines beauty and practicality in one item.

Bamboo is excellent in breathability, antibacterial properties, and durability, making it convenient for storing small snacks and various daily necessities.

The warmth and charm of handcrafted items bring a serene atmosphere to any space as part of the interior.
Touching the bamboo's texture, a mix of glossy, smooth parts and natural roughness, feels like holding nature itself in your hands.
This exquisite piece allows you to gently feel the breath of the material in your daily life.

Nanpu Kogei

Nanpu Kogei is a comprehensive bamboo trading company founded in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, in 1979.
In Beppu, known as a major production area for bamboo crafts, they have consistently handled everything from material procurement to manufacturing and sales in-house.

Their system, which also includes managing mountain resources and supplying materials to artisans, is a rare initiative not often seen in other production areas.
I realized that such an integrated system fosters trust in their high-quality products and provides a sense of security, which is why I decided to welcome Nanpu Kogei's products into my home.

Furthermore, Nanpu Kogei's products are not merely bamboo crafts; they also embody "creative bamboo artistry."
The way contemporary design and traditional techniques are masterfully fused by artisans, while focusing on the sustainable use of bamboo, is particularly impressive and a reason why these products can be cherished for a long time.

Currently, while inheriting the rooted craftsmanship and aesthetic sense of the region, they have relocated their base to Hiji-machi, Oita Prefecture, surrounded by rich nature and abundant marine resources, and continue to produce high-quality bamboo products.

Flexible, Strong, and Beautiful

Bamboo is known as a sustainable, eco-friendly material with surprisingly fast growth.
While lightweight and easy to maintain, each piece has its own individuality and elasticity, requiring high skill and perseverance to process.

Carefully finished bamboo products boast durability for long-term use, and the beauty that deepens into an amber color with age is one of the joys of ownership.
Flexible, strong, and gaining character over time, bamboo combines practicality and design, not merely as a "tool" but as something that leads to a heartwarming experience.

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Maker: Nanpu Kogei / Hiji-machi, Oita Prefecture
Material: Bamboo
Size: Approx. W180 × D140 × H75 mm
　　　　Inner dimensions: Approx. W165 × D110 × H60 mm　　　　

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[About the product]
Since these items are handmade from natural materials, there may be individual differences in shape, color, and size.