Collection: Ryobian

Artisan: Ryobian
Region: Odate, Akita
Material: Akita Cedar

Crafted in Odate City, Akita Prefecture, magewappa (bentwood) is renowned for the beautiful grain of the Akita cedar from which it is made.
Because the wood breathes—naturally regulating the moisture of the rice—it has been cherished as an ideal material for bento boxes since ancient times, standing proudly as one of Akita’s revered traditional crafts.
While honoring this heritage, Ryobian creates pieces that fit effortlessly into modern life, driven by a sincere desire for people to "use them freely and continuously for a long time." From coated bento boxes that can be washed daily without worrying about sauce or oil stains, to unvarnished ohitsu (rice containers) designed to draw out the ultimate flavor of the grain, each magewappa piece is earnestly crafted with its specific purpose in mind.
Far more than just beautiful objects, they are reliable companions that ask for no special fuss, gently transforming my daily kitchen routines into a quiet source of joy.