Because there are many requests from outside of Japan for items in good condition these days,
Especially, this Gori, which is the size of an onigiri (rice ball), is a very rare item.

In particular, this one is the size that can hold onigiri (rice ball),
For lunch box? For onigiri (rice balls)? The name of this item is “Gori with rice”.
It is also called “rice basket.

It has a similar appearance,
Nowadays, however, inexpensive rice wicker is available from overseas,
The origin of the willow wickerwork is Toyooka, Japan.

Toyooka kiryu-zaiku is made of koriyanagi (willow) and rattan,
It is a traditional handicraft of Japan.


Until a decade ago, every household used willow wicker for storing clothes and books (bunko kyori), and for lunch boxes (bungo kyori),

In the old days, when industry was scarce in the winter, the willow goryi was used to store clothing and books.

In the olden days, the willow gyolei was born in Toyooka, where winter industry was scarce,
The willow wicker is made by soaking it in the soil of Toyooka and allowing the soil to absorb the excess material.
The result is a supple, strong, and flexible product.

The more it is used, the stronger and stronger it becomes,
The more it is used, the better it becomes and the stronger it becomes.
The more it is used, the better and stronger it becomes.

Kor-yanagi


Gyori
Kouri is a type of tsudzu basket made of woven bamboo, willow, rattan, etc. It is a rectangular container that is covered with a lid. It is a rectangular container with a lid. It is used to store clothing, documents, or other miscellaneous items.

A square container with a lid over it.


Size : approx. 16 cm (W) x 9.5 cm (H) x 6 cm (D) / *Exterior dimensions with the lid closed

Country of Origin : Japan

*Notes
Each item is handmade by hand and has a different look and feel. Please enjoy the texture of each piece. Each item will be inspected individually before delivery.