Bentwood bowl - Blanc Pa | Odate Kougei-sha -

The Texture and Calming Wood Fragrance That Develop with Use

What sets bentwood containers apart from pottery or plastic tableware is that the more you use them, the more their color and texture change, developing character. And there's also the unique fragrance of wood.

You can enjoy your meals as if you're having a picnic in the midst of lush trees in nature. *Note: If anyone is concerned about the wood fragrance, you can wipe it with rice-washing water and dry it thoroughly to calm the wood scent.

Bentwood Containers Can Hold Soup

When you hear they're made of wood, you might worry about liquid seeping through, but Blanc Pa bentwood containers have urethane coating that complies with food hygiene laws, making them resistant to moisture. You can even place miso soup or other soups in them on the dining table.

Each size can be stacked, so you can store them nested when not in use. With natural wood products, you can also enjoy the color changes that come with aging through long use. These are items through which we want you to experience the warm touch of cedar and its surprising lightness.

Consideration for Limited Resources

Bentwood containers have traditionally been made using the inner "heartwood" part of logs. However, despite the fact that logs always contain an outer white part called "shirata" making up 20-50% of the wood, this portion has been discarded rather than used due to being difficult to work with.

Odate Kougei-sha has repeatedly experimented with ways to utilize this limited resource of cedar without waste. What they finally completed is Blanc Pa.

"Blanc" means "white" in French. Their commitment to "shirata" is incorporated into this brand name meaning "white."

These bentwood containers, each bent by hand by craftsmen, make perfect gifts for parents and friends to whom you are indebted.

■ Size

S: Size approximately φ110×H60mm, Capacity approximately 400ml, Weight approximately 50g
M: Size approximately φ140×H68mm, Capacity approximately 800ml, Weight approximately 80g
L: Size approximately φ165×H77mm, Capacity approximately 1300ml, Weight approximately 120g

■ Material

Material: Akita cedar Finish: Matte urethane finish (complies with Food Sanitation Law)

■ Please Confirm Before Purchasing

• The urethane coating used complies with the Food Sanitation Law.
• As these are handmade by craftsmen, there may be slight variations in size.
• Since natural wood is used, the color may differ from the photos.
• We cannot accept specifications or exchanges regarding wood grain or color tone.

■ Usage Precautions

• Avoid using direct flame, oven, microwave, dishwasher, or dryer.
• Avoid soaking in water for long periods as it may cause warping, distortion, or cracking.
• Cedar products are very soft, so please refrain from using metal cutlery as much as possible.
• Places exposed to direct sunlight or strong lighting for long periods can cause warping, distortion, cracking, or sun damage.
• Continuously pouring hot water for long periods may cause discoloration or cracking, so please be careful.
• After washing, wipe off moisture with a soft cloth and dry thoroughly.
• After use, please use a sponge or cloth. Avoid alkaline detergents, chlorine bleaches, scrubbing brushes, metal scrubbers, and cleansers.
• Please be careful as curry, red wine, coffee, etc. may stain due to their strong pigments.
• Heat resistant to 100°C