Chopsticks - Bamboo

I am Bamboo Chopsticks. Knuckle or no knuckle… I do the picking, and I always get straight to the point.

Curator's Notes 

We’ve used a lot of chopsticks over the years, but these bamboo ones from Azmaya have a charm all their own. They have a nice balance and are beautifully tapered, with a precise point that feels great for everyday eating. On the knuckle version, the small decorative notch at the top is a little echo of the bamboo node that feels honest to the material. The version without the knuckle has a cleaner, sleeker look, but both share the same natural ease in the hand. Simple, well-made, and so elegant.

Bamboo Chopsticks were curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker 

Maker: Azmaya

Specifications

Dimensions:

0.3" (w) x 9.3" (l) x 0.3" (h) or 8mm (w) x 236mm (l) x 8mm (h)

Weight: 

0.3 oz or 8.5 g

Materials:

Bamboo

Details

• Made from madake bamboo sourced from the Kinki region of Japan
  
• Sold as one individual pair
• Handcarved by bamboo craftsmen in Ikoma City, Japan, a renowned madake-producing area
  
• Madake bamboo is known for its beautiful grain, knots, strength, and flexibility, typically used for chopsticks, fans, tea utensils, and fine crafts
  
• Thin yet durable
  
• Hand-polished to a smooth finish so fibers won't catch on your fingers
  
• Natural textural surface provides ideal grip for slippery foods, while fine tips allows for precision