Square High-Rimmed Japanese Soba Tray Hutlery Series The chrysanthemum has been such

The chrysanthemum has been such an important flower in Japan

symbolizing the Buddha and his teachings in Buddhism

Put it on a plate or tray to make your mealtime more enjoyable

or chopped spring onions

A machine is used to hollow out blocks of wood and are hand finished by local craftsmen

Square High-Rimmed Japanese Soba Tray Hutlery Series The chrysanthemum has been suchThis square tray with a removable bamboo strainer is designed for serving chilled soba noodles. The bamboo strainer rests within the high rimmed lacquered wooden tray, bringing together two materials that complement one another in both beauty and function. The tray is crafted by Yamanaka lacquerware artisans using multiple layers of brown lacquer applied with a suri urushi (wiped lacquer) finish, a technique that enhances the natural grain of the