Kobo Yasu ｜ Sakura square plate (small)

"Bring the warmth of wood into your life" This is a small cherry blossom square plate from "Kobo Yasu."

This square plate with a beautiful hand-carved pattern is made from cherry wood with beautiful grain. It is made of strong wood, so if kept in good condition it can be used for a long time. The smooth, deep square plate is easy to serve food on and goes well with both Japanese and Western cuisine.

A square plate carefully carved by hand

The square plate is made from cherry wood and is carefully hand carved. The carvings, which are unique to handmade work, have an indescribable warmth to them. The uneven texture of the wood is smooth to the touch.

Available in two sizes

You can choose from two sizes of square plates: large and small. It is perfect for any dining occasion, from sandwiches for breakfast to meat or fish for dinner.
[Left: large size, right: small size]

A wooden vessel that can be used for a long time.

The tableware at Kobo Yasu aims to be "easy-to-use wooden tableware." Finished with food-safe prepolymer and walnut oil.

Its features are:
①Food stains are less likely to stick
②Mold is less likely to grow
3. Can be washed with detergent after use
④Maintenance should be done once every six months
⑤A finish that retains the texture of wood
It has the following features:

Some people say that wooden tableware is difficult to maintain, but at Kobo Yasu, the tableware is painted with a prepolymer that is allowed to penetrate the wood, and then the surface is scraped again to bring out the original texture of the wood, and finally finished with walnut oil. By taking the time and effort, we are able to create wooden vessels that can be used for a long time while retaining the original texture of the wood.

Easy to maintain.

Although wooden tableware is often thought of as difficult to maintain, Kobo Yasu's tableware is very easy to maintain thanks to its unique finishing process. Once every six months, anywhere you feel that some of the oil has worn off, apply walnut oil, perilla oil, or linseed oil to a paper towel. After applying, wipe off any excess oil and let dry in a well-ventilated, shady area. By doing this, you can continue to use the tableware in good condition for many years.
*When applying oil, be sure to wet the kitchen paper with water before disposing of it.

Cute hand drawn lettering.

There is no carving on the back side, it is smooth. The pottery of Kobo Yasu has the letter "ya" engraved on it. They are particular about the final finishing, and hand-paint each piece with care and care. This feeling makes me happy.
The products of "Kobo Yasu," a workshop in Gifu Prefecture that brings the warmth of wood to everyday life, are created by Yasunori Okada. Working with wood for a long time has given birth to the wood core, and he continues to create with that wood core in mind. In order to convey the warmth of wood, he participates in exhibitions all over the country, attracting many people.
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A square plate of cherry blossoms with a beautiful carved pattern. This square plate is made of cherry wood and is carefully carved by hand. The carvings, which are unique to handmade work, have an indescribable warmth to them.

[Product name] Sakura square plate (small)
[Quantity] 1 piece
[Size (approx.)] W.225mm x D.140mm x H.12mm
Weight (approx.): 120g
[Material] Solid wood: Cherry
[Painting] Prepolymer, walnut oil
[Country of Origin] Japan

● Precautions for use
The prepolymer processing makes the product water-resistant and stain-resistant, however, please be aware of the following points as they may shorten the product's lifespan.
- Avoid exposing to direct sunlight.
-Do not leave in water for long periods of time.
・Please do not leave food in the container for long periods of time.
・Microwave oven × Dish dryer ×

● Before you purchase
・Please note that even if the material is the same wood, each piece has its own unique appearance, so the grain and coloring will vary.
-Even if the product is the same, each item is handmade, so there may be individual differences in size, weight, color, unevenness, shape, etc.
Please enjoy this as a unique feature of this product, which is unlike any other in the world.
・Please use the sizes and other information as a guide only.
Please be aware of the above before making your purchase.