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Hyozaemon's Dedication: Premium Natural Chopsticks Crafted with Urushi Lacquer and Fine Wood

Hyozaemon Co., Ltd.
Premium chopsticks designed for effortless grip and everyday ease.

Premium chopsticks designed for effortless grip and everyday ease.

Our Motto: "Chopsticks are Food" Hand-Crafted, Safe, and High-Quality Utensils for Your Health and Enjoyment.

Each pair is meticulously hand-shaped and finished by a master craftsperson. The subtle, tactile texture becomes more comfortable with use, improving grip for precise handling and control, making these an exquisite utensil. Driven by the desire to provide our own families and yours with the safest products, material safety is non-negotiable. We selectively source premium hardwoods like Ebony, Maple, Kumea, Manilkara, and Asunaro. Crucially, the tips that touch your mouth are finished exclusively with natural Urushi lacquer, guaranteed to be free of any harmful chemical components. To elevate the Japanese dining experience, we also craft purpose-built designs for specific dishes, such as Ramen, Udon, and Soba, each optimized for comfort and ease-of-use.

For the Japanese, chopsticks are more than tools.

For the Japanese, chopsticks are more than tools.

More Than a Utensil: Why the Cultural Details of Japanese Chopsticks Matter

In Japan, chopsticks embody culture, history, and a mindful way of dining. Their origin lies in ritual, used to offer food to the divine without direct touch, symbolically connecting the sacred and the human. Expressions before and after meals reflect gratitude for ingredients and the people behind them, an essential part of Japanese dining etiquette.
This concept imbues "chopsticks" with the deep meaning of "connecting one's life with other lives," making them more than a mere tool; they become an object of personal attachment and distinction, inspiring the custom of owning one's own dedicated pair.　
Crafted with care, one pair at a time.

Crafted with care, one pair at a time.

"Kezuri Chopsticks": Precision-Crafted by Master Artisans, One Pair at a Time

This is our signature line, crafted with the full measure of our artisans’ skill. The hand-carved contours adapt to different hands, while natural lacquer adds a refined sheen. The result is a grip and feel customers say they never want to put down. Our chopsticks are purpose-built for Japanese cuisine. From silky tofu to slick noodles, Kezuri optimizes control and comfort to handle delicate textures with confidence.
A favorite among international customers.

A favorite among international customers.

Premium Chopsticks Recognized for World-Class Craftsmanship

International visitors consistently praise the comfortable grip and intuitive control, often opting for personalized engraving as meaningful gifts. Our Portable Chopsticks - Hashiro, handcrafted by seasoned artisans, have been recognized for their superior quality and selected by the Government of Japan as official gifts for global leaders at major summits: The 2007 G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit and The 2016 G7 Iseshima Summit.

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