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Use the Single Prong Ice Pick to c\u003c\/span\u003ehip away at ice blocks with precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 5.5\"L x 1.2\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and wood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pilot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283203506255,"sku":"01-400-0004","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ice-pick-one_wh.jpg?v=1492131235"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-spherical-ice-tray","title":"Umami Mart Spherical Ice Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpheres have less surface area, which means the ice melts slower and keeps drinks colder longer than regular ice cubes. This Spherical Ice Tray makes three ice spheres that are about the size of billiards balls. Perfect for any drinks served on the rocks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our video on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Xph90lEhgYc\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\"\u003ehow to use the ice tray\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xph90lEhgYc\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: Makes 3 spheres per tray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: Approx. 3\"W x 9\"L; each sphere is 2.25\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29170110922831,"sku":"01-400-0001","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ice_tray_black_label.jpg?v=1492113731"},{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-kettle","title":"Sori Yanagi Kettle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is the real deal Sori Yanagi Kettle, made in Japan. Don't be fooled by the knock-offs out there!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSori Yanagi is celebrated around the world for his modern, functional kitchenware. This kettle is light yet durable, and designed for rapid boiling. Winner of the Good Design Award in 1998, the kettle is one of Yanagi’s best-selling products, with over 1 million sold every year in Japan\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003esince its 1960s debut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout this authentic Sori Yanagi Kettle and its maker: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSori Yanagi originally designed this kettle in 1994, and is manufactured by Sato Shoji. To authenticate all Sori Yanagi-designed products including knives, cutlery, utensils, pans, and other kitchen tools, Sato Shoji established the 'Martian' as their trademark and is stamped on all the products.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 10-1\/2 cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.5W\" x 7.5D\" x 8H\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: 18-8 Stainless steel and phenol resin (handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Martian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283225428047,"sku":"11-300-0001","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yanagi_wh.jpg?v=1492131609"},{"product_id":"deep-basket-strainer-wood-handle","title":"Deep Basket Strainer Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel strainer with wooden handle features double the mesh for jobs that require fine pieces of ice, tea, or herbs to be strained. The deep basket design enables enough room for ice cubes, large herbs, or tea leaves. The wooden handle is not only handsome, but also provides a weightiness that provides stability and feels good in the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e3\"D x 8\"L; basket 3\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel with wood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shinetsu Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283203473487,"sku":"01-300-0007","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/wood_strainer.jpg?v=1545502293"},{"product_id":"speedy-peeler","title":"Speedy Peeler","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBack by popular demand!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this solid and sharp peeler the last time we were in Niigata, Japan. The slight curve in the blade has two benefits: it wastes less by hugging the vegetable or fruit AND speeds up the peeling process because it covers more surface area than a regular peeler that contacts the vegetable or fruit tangentially. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Speedy Peeler is great for creating citrus garnishes for cocktails because the curve requires less digging and force, which means less pith. The peeler also includes two potato eye removers on either side of the blade and is dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 21px;\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e5\"L x 3\"W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shimomura Kogyou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283225460815,"sku":"11-100-0008","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/peeler.jpg?v=1492131718"},{"product_id":"toraysee-glass-cloth","title":"Toraysee Glass Cloth","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeep your finest glassware looking its best with a Toraysee (pronounced “Tracy”). The Toraysee microfiber cloth is made of a super-absorbent polyester blend that won't leave any lint on glasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe asked our friend, Mr. Tomokazu Kai of Heuga Bar in Gifu City, “What types of towels and products do you use to clean your bar?” Mr. Kai, ever the thorough and serious bar professional, responded with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/umamimart.pro\/2013\/03\/ask-a-bartender-from-japan-the-art-of-cleaning-the-bar\/\"\u003ethis eloquent statement\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 37.5\"L x 12.5\"W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Polyester microfiber cloth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Toraysee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":326355821,"sku":"01-900-0007","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/toraysee.jpg?v=1492133254"},{"product_id":"spice-toaster","title":"Spice Toaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe days of sesame seeds popping everywhere into the crevices of the stove top are over with this spice toaster!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlip the screen up and place spices inside. Close the screen and place over a gas or electric stove top for easy spice toasting that involves no cleanup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 4.5\"D x 11\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel, plastic handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":350161985,"sku":"11-100-0009","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/spice_toasterDSC_5491.jpg?v=1778102920"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-apron","title":"Umami Mart Apron","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou too can pretend to work at Umami Mart while cooking or working! This apron is not only our official staff \"uniform\" it is also a very useful apron that has three large pockets. The simple, yet stylish design includes an embroidered Umami Mart kamon (crest) on the upper left corner and a shorter length that allows for easy movement around the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 24\"H x 27\"W with adjustable neck strap and waist straps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 65\/35 Poly\/Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine washable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":508192709,"sku":"14-600-0012","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/UM_apron.jpg?v=1417810817"},{"product_id":"jagged-grip-ice-tongs","title":"Jagged Grip Ice Tongs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork with precision and grace when tending bar with these jagged grip ice tongs. 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It's important for matcha whisk tines to maintain even spacing so that the consistency of the resulting matcha is smooth and with no clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis holder is made in Seto City, a place famous for stoneware artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about how to make matcha here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanify-make-matcha\"\u003eHow to Make Matcha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2-1\/2\"D x 3\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Seto stoneware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Does not include the whisk. Order the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/matcha-tea-whisk-chasen\"\u003ewhisk\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2775575298058,"sku":"12-300-0006","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/whisk_holder.jpg?v=1532481255"},{"product_id":"penato-knife","title":"Penato Knife","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe word \u003cem\u003epenato\u003c\/em\u003e for our Penato Knife refers to the knife's shape being similar to a pennant. The brass body encases the carbon steel blade and looks sleek in the office or at home. Use the Penato for a variety of jobs including: cutting paper and thread, or opening letters and boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ePenato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Knife maker Yoshiharu Hamono started as a blacksmith company over 100 years ago near Kyoto. Today, they\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003especialize in making chisels and carving knives used in schools. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Please note that the blade is not replaceable. There is a dimple on the backside of the case that may look unintentional, but in fact, this dimple is there to secure the blade in place. Please refer to the last photo on this page which shows the dimple. This is not defective. This is part of the design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 4\"L (1.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Carbon steel blade, brass casing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yoshiharu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12351682412623,"sku":"11-200-0005","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/pinato_cutter.jpg?v=1552076534"},{"product_id":"igamono-black-steam-donabe","title":"Igamono Black Steam Donabe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis rustic \u003cem\u003edonabe\u003c\/em\u003e features three pieces: the donabe body, a lid, and a steam grate. In addition to performing all the duties that a regular donabe provides, the steam grate allows you to steam dumplings, vegetables, and \u003cem\u003emochi\u003c\/em\u003e. This double-duty donabe features a deep black glaze for a modern feel on its earthy textured surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDonabe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a traditional Japanese earthenware cooking pot that i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et is meant to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplaced directly onto a flame to cook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enabemono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or one-pot dishes like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esukiyaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eoden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyosenabe. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-loved donabe can last for years, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe best part of cooking in a donabe is the experience. Made for communal cooking, it's best enjoyed with a group of friends or family. This Black Steamer Donabe can serve about four to five people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eIgamono Black Steam Donabe is available for Local Pick Up only. 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And it's dishwasher safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 21px;\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e3-1\/8\"D x 8-3\/8\"L; basket 3\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fujiboshi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283203211343,"sku":"01-300-0006","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/deepbasket_strainer_2019.jpg?v=1640384974"},{"product_id":"sabitoru-rust-remover","title":"Sabitoru Rust Remover","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis medium grit tool is excellent for removing rust from metal and ceramic surfaces. It works like a magic eraser. Let it sit in some water first, then rub it along your knives to remove rust and stains. It will also work to remove stubborn stains from ceramic and metal pots. Your days of grumbling about rusty bike spokes, faucets, gardening tools, and skis are officially over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 2.5” x 1.5” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"King Stone Co., Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32631535403087,"sku":"11-100-0007","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sabitool.jpg?v=1602548898"},{"product_id":"pumice-stone","title":"Pumice Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrevent the chap with this pumice stone, removing hard callouses to leave your skin as smooth as a baby's bum. Called \u003cem\u003ekaruishi\u003c\/em\u003e in Japanese, pumice is created when lava and water are mixed together. 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A spout on each side is convenient for pouring dashi and soups into serving bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" pot dimensions: 8.25\"D x 15.5\"L x 3\"H \/ holds 78 fluid ounces (2.3 liters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel with wood handle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Honma Seisaku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39445867397199,"sku":"11-300-0005","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yukihira_nabe.jpg?v=1651686637"},{"product_id":"pruning-shears","title":"Pruning Shears","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese pruning shears are hand crafted in Japan out of high-carbon stainless steel. Confidently go to battle with rose thorns and vines, or use them everyday to aid in flower arrangement. We also love that there's a sturdy latch at the base to keep the shears closed and compact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handles turn a darker color naturally during the manufacturing process. Their considerable weight paired with the blade's sharpness make them perfect for those pesky branches! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eToyama Hamono was established in 1861 in Sanjo, a small town famous for blacksmithing. They started out making \u003cem\u003ekatana \u003c\/em\u003e(swords). 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There are also no bleaching or chemicals applied to the bamboo, leaving the \"imperfections\" of the bamboo for the user to see and appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe visited Suikaen Tanimura Chasen in spring of 2023 – read all about it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/suikaen-tanimura-chasen\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/suikaen-tanimura-chasen\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA satisfied customer sent us the following review, \"Thank you for stocking this beautiful chasen! 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I just used it and it is light, flexible and makes fine bubbles for matcha, excellent!\" - Andrea \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2-1\/4\"D x 4\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Bamboo; thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eMade in Nara, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suikaen Tanimura Chasen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40833632469071,"sku":"12-400-0008","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/suikaen_shin_matcha_whisk3.jpg?v=1699657847"},{"product_id":"red-gourd-can-opener","title":"Lucky Charm Hyotan \"Z\" Can Opener","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \"Z\" can opener was invented by Yoshiyoshi Takano for the company now known as Prince Kogyo Co. in the late 1920's. 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