{"title":"Daikokuya","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtisans: Katsuhiko Takeda, Norihito Marukawa \/ Material: Natural wood \/ Region: Sumida Ward, Tokyo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaikokuya is an Edo-style chopstick maker founded in Higashi-Mukojima, Tokyo in 1985.\u003cbr\u003e\"Chopsticks are a bridge to life\" is a famous saying by representative Katsuhiko Takeda. \"Chopsticks are an important tool we use every day, so I hope you choose a pair that fits your hand.\" With this sentiment, they dedicate themselves to their craft daily. Chopsticks are held in the hand and go directly into the mouth, so you'll want to be particular about their thickness, shape, length, and material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wrote a diary entry about my first visit to Daikokuya.\u003cbr\u003ePlease take a look here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/2024_vol-3\" target=\"_blanck\"\u003e\"For your favorite tableware, favorite chopsticks\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"id00051","title":"Daikokuya Slim Octagonal Striped Ebony Unpainted","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/P1000676.jpg?v=1729307990\" alt=\"\"\u003eNew chopsticks for a new home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen I moved, I bought some special chopsticks to make my new dining experience more enjoyable. Moving is a great opportunity to get new things!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBringing new items into a new home always makes me feel refreshed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChopsticks aren't just utensils; they're an important part of food culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIn Japan, they are indispensable tools for savoring food. I love how using them every day allows me to directly feel the ingredients and their warmth. These particular chopsticks are made from natural wood, feel great in the hand, and have just the right weight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC02422.jpg?v=1724167152\" alt=\"\"\u003eChopsticks that combine beauty and functionality, fitting perfectly in your hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe offer two sizes. The medium size is recommended for women and children, while the large size is ideal for men.\u003cbr\u003eThe gracefully tapered tips are beautiful, and the handles, carved through 11 steps, fit comfortably in the hand and are easy to grip. The slender design not only looks smart but also proves to be highly effective and comfortable in actual use, allowing you to grip food securely. You can easily handle even small ingredients, feeling as if the chopsticks are an extension of your hand.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/collections\/daikokuya\/products\/id00052\" title=\"大黒屋 細身 八角白タガヤ 無塗装\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e≫Daikokuya Slim Octagonal White Tagaya Uncoated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/collections\/daikokuya\/products\/id00051\" title=\"大黒屋 細身 八角縞黒檀 無塗装\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e≫Daikokuya Slim Octagonal Striped Black Ebony Uncoated\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/1_2cef1233-42b4-4766-96a8-bf4b84517440.jpg?v=1729308245\" alt=\"\"\u003eAn encounter with special chopsticks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile dining at a certain restaurant, I was captivated by the beautiful chopsticks provided and inquired where they were purchased. I was told about a shop called \"Daikokuya.\"\u003cbr\u003eDaikokuya is located in Sumida Ward, Tokyo, and upon investigation, I learned that the Sumida and Katsushika areas have a history of making wooden chopsticks since the early Taisho era. \"Edo chopsticks\" is a trademark of Daikokuya, reflecting not only their long history of chopstick making but also their dedication to pursuing ease of use from the customer's perspective.\u003cbr\u003eInside the cozy shop, more than 200 types of chopsticks were neatly displayed. Among them, a pair of chopsticks quietly placed on a table immediately caught my eye. I was so captivated by their beauty that I asked if I could purchase them, only to be told that they were specially made for a famous restaurant and not for sale.\u003cbr\u003eFeeling disappointed but about to give up, Mr. Marukawa, the president and craftsman of Daikokuya, specially allowed me to have those chopsticks. I cherish these special chopsticks that I obtained in this way.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eI also got to see the production process, so please take a look \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/2024_vol-3\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"background-image: none !important;\" href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/2024_vol-3\" title=\"アメノイエ　大黒屋\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/1_1af1ccc9-201e-4cf7-9c7a-795b3f492511.jpg?v=1726499078\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special pair of chopsticks filled with Daikokuya's history and passion.\u003cbr\u003eIn this new home where my new life has begun, I look forward to using these chopsticks every day.\u003cbr\u003eMy food tastes even better, and most of all, using these chopsticks makes mealtime special.\u003cbr\u003eSometimes the tips may chip from use, but there's no need to worry. Daikokuya offers a repair service, so you can restore your beloved chopsticks! I plan to continue using them carefully and enjoying my daily meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"有限会社大黒屋","offers":[{"title":"Large: 235 mm","offer_id":49088857932097,"sku":"","price":4400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium: 215 mm","offer_id":49088857964865,"sku":"","price":4400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC00641.jpg?v=1719474149"},{"product_id":"id00052","title":"Daikokuya Slim Octagonal White Tagaya Unpainted","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/P1000676.jpg?v=1729307990\" alt=\"\"\u003eNew chopsticks for a new home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen I moved, I bought some special chopsticks to make my new dining experience more enjoyable. Moving is a great opportunity to get new things, isn't it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBringing new items into a new home always makes me feel refreshed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChopsticks are not just utensils; they are an important part of food culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIn Japan, they are indispensable tools for savoring food. I love how using them daily allows me to directly feel the ingredients and their warmth. These particular chopsticks are made from natural wood, making them pleasant to the touch and just the right weight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC02422.jpg?v=1724167152\" alt=\"\"\u003eChopsticks that fit comfortably in your hand, combining beauty and functionality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe offer two sizes: medium is recommended for women and children, and large for men. The slender tips are beautiful, and the handles, carved through 11 steps, fit snugly in the hand and are easy to grip. These slim chopsticks not only look elegant but also perform exceptionally well, allowing for a firm grip on food. You can handle even small ingredients smoothly, almost as if they were an extension of your hand.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/collections\/daikokuya\/products\/id00052\" title=\"Daikokuya Slim Octagonal White Tagaya Unpainted\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e≫Daikokuya Slim Octagonal White Tagaya Unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/collections\/daikokuya\/products\/id00051\" title=\"Daikokuya Slim Octagonal Striped Ebony Unpainted\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e≫Daikokuya Slim Octagonal Striped Ebony Unpainted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/1_2cef1233-42b4-4766-96a8-bf4b84517440.jpg?v=1729308245\" alt=\"\"\u003eA special encounter with chopsticks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile dining at a certain restaurant, I was captivated by the beautiful chopsticks provided. When I asked where they were purchased, I was told about a shop called \"Daikokuya.\" I found that Daikokuya is located in Sumida-ku, Tokyo, and that the areas of Sumida-ku and Katsushika-ku have a history of making wooden chopsticks dating back to the early Taisho era. \"Edo-Hashi\" is a registered trademark of Daikokuya, reflecting their long history of chopstick craftsmanship and their dedication to user-friendliness from the customer's perspective. Inside the quaint shop, over 200 varieties of chopsticks were beautifully displayed. Amidst these, a single pair of chopsticks quietly placed on a table immediately caught my eye. Captivated by their beauty, I inquired about purchasing them, only to learn that they were specially made for a famous restaurant and not for sale. Just as I was about to give up, disappointed, Mr. Marukawa, Daikokuya's president and craftsman, specially offered them to me. I cherish these special chopsticks that I obtained this way.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eI was also shown the production process, so please take a look at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/2024_vol-3\"\u003ethis\u003c\/a\u003e as well.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"background-image: none !important;\" href=\"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/blogs\/diary\/2024_vol-3\" title=\"Amenoie Daikokuya\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/1_1af1ccc9-201e-4cf7-9c7a-795b3f492511.jpg?v=1726499078\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special pair of chopsticks is filled with the history and passion of Daikokuya. As I embark on a new life in this new home, I look forward to using these chopsticks every day. They make food taste even more delicious, and above all, using them makes mealtime special. If the tips ever get chipped with use, there's no need to worry. Daikokuya offers a repair service, so your cherished chopsticks can be restored! I plan to continue using them carefully and enjoying my daily meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"有限会社大黒屋","offers":[{"title":"Large: 235mm","offer_id":49088873070913,"sku":"","price":4400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium: 215mm","offer_id":49088873136449,"sku":"","price":4400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/files\/DSC00642_1ee6a74f-c859-4ba5-a4e2-7114760dea43.jpg?v=1719476122"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0641\/2097\/collections\/MV_3cb60528-20f4-4b17-802d-458587383b88.jpg?v=1720619328","url":"https:\/\/amenoie.jp\/en\/collections\/daikokuya.oembed","provider":"アメノイエ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}