The "Japanese Selected Hardwood Chopstick" series features domestically sourced, carefully selected hardwoods. The handles are octagonal for a comfortable grip, and the tips are square-shaped with a chamfered edge for easy picking, making them perfect for everyday use. Despite being dishwasher-safe, they are finished to retain the warmth of the wood. This particular set uses Japanese larch (Larix kaempferi) from Shinshu. Larch is the only deciduous conifer among Japan's coniferous trees. During the large-scale afforestation period from the Meiji to Showa eras, it was primarily used for supporting mine tunnels and as utility poles, as
