Keep it long, treasure it long.

Auspicious shape that makes lunch time more fulfilling

Odate Kougeisha's plum blossom lunch box, which expresses plum blossoms, a symbol of good luck. The design that adds excitement to such a natural moment, such as packing side dishes and opening the package at noon, is like a treasure chest of your own.

"A strong and gentle Japanese tool." The smooth curved pentagon is beautiful, and the finish by careful work is a modern craft that you can enjoy close to you while being a practical product that you use every day. If you get along well, you can continue to use it for a long time. The main reason why Magewappa is attracting attention is because it is a tool that brings out the deliciousness.

One simple care for a lifetime

Magewappa is a craftsman who carefully finishes the process of boiling, bending, binding, and sewing cedar. A simple yet carefully made bend. The texture of the well-honed cedar wood is smooth and smooth over time. I feel that the materials produced by nature are so familiar to our daily lives. Magewappa tends to be preceded by an unwieldy image, but it changes from an "unwieldy tool" to a "convenient and rich tool" just by following the usage.

The plum blossom lunch box is a two-tiered bento box. There is no partition between the two steps, and it is a simple structure with only a lid. You can use it with a lid even if it is two-tiered or only one-tiered. The loose pentagonal shape has an atmosphere that reminds me of a vacation lunch, and it is perfect for a regular lunch or a vacation lunch. It will be fun to think about which side dish to pack in what layout. When you carry it, wrap it in a towel or cloth to prevent the lid from opening.

Akita cedar has a bactericidal effect. Since the surface is well coated, the natural material can be kept clean without stains with juicy foods or leaving the rice grains sticky. It is safe to say that the oil stains, ketchup, and curry powder that can be soaked in with normal magewappa are from Odate Kougeisha.

After use, you can wash it thoroughly with dish detergent. Use a sponge to remove dirt with lukewarm water, and then pour boiling water over it. After that, wipe off the water and dry it upward. It's also a good idea to lean against a small cup so that the wind can pass through the bottom of the magewappa. The secret to using it for a long time is to dry it dry. Be careful not to expose it to direct sunlight. It seems that it may crack due to sudden temperature changes. As long as you keep the basic care down, it will be a tool that will stay with you for a long time.

Also, after using it for a long time, it happens that the white wood becomes dark. It is said that the starch of rice and the tannins contained in cedar may react and darken. A little darkening is a proof that it was also used for a long time and grew cool. It also becomes an attachment, and one more thing that is "forever" is created in everyday life.

Traditional crafts that utilize the power of nature

Magewappa, which has withstood the harsh winter, has a beautiful luster, and it is said that the magewappa made by bending it is elaborate and does not go crazy for many years. Magewappa made from 150-200 year old natural Akita cedar is not only durable, but also a traditional Akita craft that makes the most of the power of nature, such as "keeping cold in summer and keeping warm in winter". am. Akita Sugi absorbs the moisture of the rice as if breathing, and keeps the moisture moderately, so the rice stuffed with magewappa becomes much more delicious. Just by bending it into a magewappa, your usual bento will be dignified, and when you open the lid, the scent of cedar will spread slightly, and you will feel that the taste is swelling.

Magewappa has a long history and is said to date back to the Nara period. It is said that a long time ago, a lumberjack bent a raw cedar tree and made a bento box sewn with cherry bark. Odate Magewappa production became popular about 400 years ago. In 1980, it was designated as a national traditional craft. There are various bent objects in various parts of Japan, but among them, only Odate bent Wappa is designated as a traditional craft, and its excellent technique is highly evaluated.