Kagoshima Prefecture is known as a “bamboo kingdom,”
with one of the largest bamboo forest areas in Japan.
Roughly half of these forests are made up of thick, vigorous Moso bamboo.
Because Moso bamboo has dense, hard walls, it takes a great deal of effort to split it into thin strips.
As a result, it is most commonly used for making kitchen tools like bamboo spatulas or cutlery such as spoons.

Woven items such as baskets and strainers are typically made from Madake bamboo.
Compared to Moso, Madake has thinner walls, making it much easier to produce long, thin strips.
In other words, it is well suited for preparing materials used in basket weaving.

This is a shallow-type handled lunch basket made from white bamboo—
green Madake that has been heat-treated and sun-dried to remove its natural oils and color.
The back of the basket is fitted with a small hinge.

The warm yellow tone of white bamboo pairs beautifully not only with Japanese foods like rice balls,
but also with Western-style meals such as sandwiches and bread.

The basket offers moderate breathability, which helps prevent moisture buildup—
one of its key strengths. On the other hand, it is not ideal for dishes with a lot of liquid.

We recommend using relatively dry side dishes.
To protect the basket from stains, you can line it with cooking paper,
waxed paper, plastic wrap, or even a cloth as needed.

After use, rinse the basket with water using a tawashi brush or similar scrubber.
Shake off excess water, open the lid, and allow it to dry thoroughly.
If the basket is mostly clean thanks to using liners or paper,
simply leave the lid open and let it dry well.

If oil from fried foods gets on the basket, you may use a small amount of mild detergent.
Just be sure to rinse it well with water afterward.

The weave pattern highlights the natural beauty of white bamboo—
even when empty, it’s a pleasure to look at.

Beyond serving as a lunch basket, it could also be used as a first-aid kit, a sewing box,
or general household storage.
Since it’s not very tall, it doesn’t take up visual space in a room.

Whether indoors or outdoors, enjoy the simple act of carrying and opening it.

Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.