Akita Odate Magewappa Oval Bento Box Odate Made in Natural Cedar (Medium) - Kogeisha, Japan,

Odate Magewappa is a craft from Odate City, Akita Prefecture, made with Akita cedar, known as one of Japan's finest woods, and meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. It is a nationally designated traditional craft. Magewappa uses the straight-grained part of the wood, which has the most beautiful grain. The straight-grained part is thinly peeled off, softened by soaking in hot water, quickly bent to fit a mold, and then dried before moving on to the next step. The dried pieces are sewn together one by one with cherry bark. The bottom is fitted in to ensure there are no gaps, and it is sanded to complete the product. The bento box is an item that can be said to be the root of Odate Magewappa. Because it is handmade using natural materials, there will be individual differences. The color and texture may look different from the photograph.