{"title":"THE","description":"\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand whose name says it all: it aims to create the definitive version, “THE” one, of everyday things. Starting from how each item is actually used, THE reworks familiar essentials such as cutlery and backpacks into simple, highly functional standards built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dinner-spoon","title":"THE Dinner Spoon, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA spoon that scoops up every last drop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-1.webp\" alt=\"THE Dinner Spoon in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE DINNER SPOON is designed to scoop easily, right down to the last mouthful of curry or stew, or the sauce pooled at the bottom of the plate. Its cross-section is shaped so that the bowl becomes thinner towards the outer edge. The rim is then finished flat using the maker’s \u003ci\u003ehiramen\u003c\/i\u003e (flat-face) technique, which makes the spoon even easier to scoop with and pleasantly smooth in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-2.webp\" alt=\"THE Dinner Spoon and Soup Spoon in matte stainless steel\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 19 × 3.8 × 2 cm (7.5 × 1.5 × 0.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS304)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918648705103,"sku":"the-2208-gift","price":3960.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918648737871,"sku":"the-2208-plain","price":3520.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-1.webp?v=1793261434"},{"product_id":"the-soup-spoon","title":"THE Soup Spoon, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA soup spoon that leaves nothing behind\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-7.webp\" alt=\"THE Soup Spoon in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE SOUP SPOON is shaped to make it easy to finish every spoonful of onion soup, corn soup or clam chowder. Its cross-section is shaped so that the bowl becomes thinner towards the outer edge. The rim is then finished flat using the maker’s \u003ci\u003ehiramen\u003c\/i\u003e (flat-face) technique, which makes the spoon even easier to scoop with and pleasantly smooth in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-2.webp\" alt=\"THE Dinner Spoon and Soup Spoon in matte stainless steel\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 18.5 × 5 × 2.5 cm (7.3 × 2 × 1 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS304)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918648770639,"sku":"the-2209-gift","price":3960.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918648803407,"sku":"the-2209-plain","price":3520.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-7.webp?v=1793261495"},{"product_id":"the-tea-spoon","title":"THE Tea Spoon, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA teaspoon that scoops just the right amount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-8.webp\" alt=\"THE Tea Spoon in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE TEA SPOON is shaped to scoop exactly the amount you want, whether you are adding sugar to coffee or tea, or measuring out loose tea leaves. Its cross-section is shaped so that the bowl becomes thinner towards the outer edge. The rim is then finished flat using the maker’s \u003ci\u003ehiramen\u003c\/i\u003e (flat-face) technique, which makes the spoon even easier to scoop with and pleasantly smooth in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-9.webp\" alt=\"THE Dinner Knife, Tea Spoon and Dinner Fork\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 15.5 × 3 × 2 cm (6.1 × 1.2 × 0.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS304)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918648836175,"sku":"the-2210-gift","price":3410.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918648868943,"sku":"the-2210-plain","price":2970.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-8.webp?v=1793261507"},{"product_id":"the-dinner-fork","title":"THE Dinner Fork, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fork that holds on firmly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-10.webp\" alt=\"THE Dinner Fork in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE DINNER FORK was designed to solve everyday frustrations, like meat slipping off as you lift it or salad that is hard to pick up. The two outer tines and the two middle tines are set at slightly different levels, so food stays on the fork once you have speared it. The head is also gently curved like a spoon, so you can scoop up small things as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-11.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of the staggered tines of a THE fork\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 20 × 2.5 × 2 cm (7.9 × 1 × 0.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS304)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918650310735,"sku":"the-2211-gift","price":3960.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918650343503,"sku":"the-2211-plain","price":3520.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-10.webp?v=1793261525"},{"product_id":"the-cake-fork","title":"THE Cake Fork, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA cake fork that keeps every bite in place\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-12.webp\" alt=\"THE Cake Fork in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE CAKE FORK stops a piece of cake from falling off as you lift it, and is just as good for strawberries and other fruit. The two outer tines and the two middle tines are set at slightly different levels, so food stays on the fork once you have speared it. The head is also gently curved like a spoon, so you can scoop up small things as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-11.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of the staggered tines of a THE fork\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 15.5 × 2 × 2 cm (6.1 × 0.8 × 0.8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS304)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918650376271,"sku":"the-2212-gift","price":3410.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918650409039,"sku":"the-2212-plain","price":2970.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-12.webp?v=1793261541"},{"product_id":"the-dinner-knife","title":"THE Dinner Knife, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA table knife that cuts cleanly and safely\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-13.webp\" alt=\"THE Dinner Knife in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE DINNER KNIFE is made to be used with a fork to cut meat or fish into easy bites, whether you are eating with family, a partner or on your own. The tip is rounded for safety, while the middle of the blade is carefully sharpened like a proper knife, so it cuts smoothly without any strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-14.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of the rounded tip and edge of a THE knife\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 22 × 2 × 1 cm (8.7 × 0.8 × 0.4 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS420J2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918650540111,"sku":"the-2213-gift","price":5060.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918650572879,"sku":"the-2213-plain","price":4620.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-13.webp?v=1793261550"},{"product_id":"the-butter-knife","title":"THE Butter Knife, Matte Stainless Steel | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA butter knife that cuts and spreads with ease\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-15.webp\" alt=\"THE Butter Knife in its gift box\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE BUTTER KNIFE lets you slice off just the amount of butter you want and spread it smoothly on your bread. The tip is rounded for safety, while the middle of the blade is carefully sharpened like a proper knife, so it cuts smoothly without any strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-14.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of the rounded tip and edge of a THE knife\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe answer for the handle: an oval\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery handles generally come in two shapes: flat or round. But spoons are often tilted as you scoop, and forks and knives are turned sideways, flipped over or gripped firmly. THE chose an oval, halfway between flat and round, so that your fingers keep just the right amount of contact with the handle at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTHE’s best answer for every part\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutlery is something you rarely replace once you have bought it. Break any piece down by function and it has two parts: the handle, which you hold, and the head, which touches food and your mouth. THE studied each part separately and gave every piece in the range the shape it considers best today: simple, comfortable and easy to use without a second thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-4.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery range: knives, forks and spoons\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cb\u003eGift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for a coloured box that is ready to give as it is, or \u003cb\u003eWithout Gift Box\u003c\/b\u003e for simple packaging when the cutlery is for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-5.webp\" alt=\"THE cutlery gift boxes in seven colours\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 17 × 1.5 × 1 cm (6.7 × 0.6 × 0.4 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel (SUS420J2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: gift box or simple packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild detergent, then dry with a cloth to keep the matte finish looking its best.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NIHON IIMONOYA || Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Gift Box","offer_id":67918650736719,"sku":"the-2214-gift","price":4510.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Gift Box","offer_id":67918650769487,"sku":"the-2214-plain","price":4070.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-15.webp?v=1793265091"},{"product_id":"the-day-pack","title":"THE DAY PACK, CORDURA Nylon Backpack 20.5 L | THE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eA backpack where nothing gets jumbled\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-17.webp\" alt=\"THE DAY PACK in black, front view\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have all had a bag where everything slides to the bottom as you walk and you cannot find what you need. THE DAY PACK was designed the other way round: its makers listed what people actually carry, measured it and calculated the storage spaces to fit. Inside are three compartments at different heights, upper, middle and lower, and a back section that takes A4 documents or a laptop. There is even a pocket on the shoulder strap sized for a transit card.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-20.webp\" alt=\"THE DAY PACK with the three compartments opened\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLink the compartments for bulky things\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFixed compartments can leave a gap at the top of a backpack, and you often have to unpack the top to reach the bottom. Here the upper, middle and lower sections are joined by zips, so you can open them up into one large space when you want to carry a jacket or something bulky, and change the layout to suit the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-27.webp\" alt=\"Zips connect the upper, middle and lower compartments of THE DAY PACK\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComfortable after a whole day on your feet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a good backpack holds so much, it is easy to overfill it until your shoulders ache. The shoulder straps are thickly padded so that you can carry a heavy load all day without tiring, and the chest strap and buckles were chosen for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-22.webp\" alt=\"Padded shoulder straps of THE DAY PACK\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTough, water-repellent CORDURA fabric\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is made of CORDURA® fabric, known for its outstanding durability compared with ordinary nylon and water-repellent enough to keep the contents dry in light rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA companion for life\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA simple design you will never tire of, combined with carefully calculated function. The more you use it, the more you will appreciate it. Ideal for commuting, school and outdoor trips, and a welcome gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4784\/6735\/files\/the-26-10-25.webp\" alt=\"Everyday items that fit in THE DAY PACK\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf an item is temporarily out of stock, we order it from the maker for you; shipping may then take about 2–3 weeks longer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout THE\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE is a Japanese brand founded on the vision of “living with the optimal”. Its goal is to create the true standard, the one you could call “THE” cutlery or “THE” backpack, in every category, and to raise the benchmark for everyday things by asking what the standard of the future should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: approx. 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