Hyōzaemon Co., Ltd. is a chopstick manufacturer based in Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, founded in 1921. With the motto "Chopsticks are food," the company prioritizes the safety and security of its users, and is committed to using natural lacquer on the tips of chopsticks that come into contact with the mouth. Furthermore, all products are handcrafted one pair at a time by skilled artisans. Their flagship product, the carved chopsticks, are meticulously carved by artisans, creating subtle irregularities on the surface. The chopsticks become more comfortable to use over time, becoming indispensable. The subtle irregularities on the tips also prevent slipping, allowing for a firm grip on noodles and other foods. These easy-to-hold chopsticks, which make it easy to pick up food, have enjoyed strong customer support for many years. Their "Hashiro" carved chopsticks, which have a screw thread in the middle for portability, were selected as a gift from the Japanese government to world leaders at the G7 Toyako Summit and the Ise-Shima Summit held in Japan, due to the high level of their manufacturing technology. Furthermore, when President Obama was inaugurated in the United States, he used our carved chopsticks when we presented him with chopsticks on behalf of the city, Obama, because the name is spelled and pronounced the same as Obama's. The lacquer on the tips of the chopsticks will thin out with use, but we offer a service to repaint the tips of our carved chopsticks free of charge as many times as needed. By using this service, our customers are pleased that these chopsticks can be used for a lifetime. The black chopsticks are made from ebony wood. The red chopsticks are made from Manilkara wood, both of which are high-quality woods. The black chopsticks come in two sizes, 23.5cm and 21.5cm, while the red chopsticks come in three sizes, 21.5cm.
