Wood Ladle by Kai Nobuo Kobo

Made by Master of Wood Craft, Mr. Nobuo Kai

Mr. Nobuo Kai is a master of wood craft, based in Yufuin, Oita Prefecture. His specialty is tableware, made of bamboo (from Oita Prefecture) and Japanese cherry birch (from Shimane Prefecture). His artisanal work starts from selecting the perfect material, then goes through the sun-drying process of the wood. Depending on the season and weather, how the wood is dried and the length of the period can vary and requires his daily attention and care. Each piece is carefully carved by hand, then the final coating is applied. From small utensils to bowls and plates, they are designed for the functionality. Mr. Kai’s works are the results of the true craftsmanship and the production is extremely limited.

I have been personally using his utensils for years and love for their utility and beauty. So, I am very excited his products are introduced in the US for the first time by TOIRO. Upon my initial request, Mr. Kai asked me to be patient, because sometimes it takes longer time for him to just source the right wood and figure out which part is suitable for which product. I admire his dedication to his work and months of waiting was truly worth it. - Naoko

• Size: 9“| 23 cm
• Weight: 1.6 oz | 44 g
• Material: Cherry birch
• Producer: Kai Nobuo Kobo
• Origin: Yufuin, Oita, Japan

Usage and Care

• Hand wash only
  Use mild soap and soft sponge
• Avoid soaking in water
• Avoid extended exposure to direct sunlight; product may discolor and/or warp
• Avoid using near exposed flame or electric stoves; items are flammable
• Avoid using in microwave; coatings will be damaged

Domestic Orders

• Usually ships out in-stock items within 3 business days of order.
• We use FedEx, USPS Priority Mail, or USPS First Class Mail to ship our products, depending on the size and weight of the package.
• Read about the shipping information and terms in our Customer Service Page.
• Free shipping with purchase of $375 or more! (Within Continental US only. Total purchase amount to qualify excludes free shipping offer items.)

International Orders

• Usually ship out in-stock within 5 business days of order.
• We use USPS Priority Mail International for international shipping.
• We do not accept any returns for international orders. Any additional charges (including but not limited to import tax, custom fees, VAT, brokerage charge) that might incur after the order lands in the destination country must be borne by the recipient.
• Read about the shipping information and terms in our Customer Service Page.