A small companion for your kitchen.
While heating the pot, the moment you think, "I wish I could add a little bit of ginger today," quickly pull out this grater.
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It's easy to grip and you can grate spices smoothly without using much force. Its light presence gently adds to the simple joy of preparing food.
The texture and functionality of natural wood combined

This grater is made from snow beech (beech) wood from Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture. Taking advantage of the hard and resilient properties of the wood, it has been given fine indentations rather than blades, allowing it to grate garlic and ginger perfectly. Because it has no blades, there is less risk of injury, and the flat surface on the back makes it great for use as a mini cutting board for chopping small condiments.
Lightweight, safe, and designed for long-lasting use
The long, slender handle makes it easy to grip and allows for light grating. The urethane coating makes it easy to clean.

If you wipe it off immediately after washing it with water, the wood will not deform easily and you can continue to use it for a long time. Because it is made of natural wood, the difference in color and grain of each piece is one of the charms .
Craftsmanship that conveys a passion for the region and wood

Asakura Furniture, the maker of this "partner," is a Niigata-based manufacturer that continues to produce furniture and miscellaneous goods.
They are a manufacturer with a strong commitment to materials and are actively involved in forest management through thinning and other measures, with a spirit of sustainable manufacturing behind them.
Just by using it, you can feel the richness of the connection between trees, people, and the community .
(Interviewed and written by monotomoi Editorial Department)
変わることへの挑戦
新潟県加茂市
朝倉家具 倉茂円さん
略歴
桐たんすの伝統が衰えゆく地元に貢献したい想いから、2012年に朝倉家具に中途入社。
ものづくりで大切にしていること
伝統や素材の力を活かしながら、日常に小さな豊かさを届けること。ただ形を作るのではなく、使う人の暮らしや気持ちに寄り添うことを大切にしている。
仕事観・人生観
商品を使う人の暮らしを想像し、どんな時間を過ごしてほしいかを考え抜いて、企画や製造を行っている。「使う人に喜んでほしい」という想いを共有し、誇りを持って手仕事を続ける職人たちとともに、家庭と職人の橋渡しとして商品開発に取り組んでいる。
ストーリー紹介
朝倉家具の倉茂さんは、桐たんすから家具や雑貨へと舵を切る事業転換を牽引。時には職人と泣きながら議論を重ねながら挑戦を重ね、桐たんすの技術を今の暮らしに生かす道を開いた。その原動力は父から学んだ「仕事で自分にできることはやり切る」という想い。そんな倉茂さんのスタンスに朝倉家具の使う人に思いを馳せる姿勢が融合し、長く培われた技術と想いが変わらず活き続ける。
このつくり手のストーリーを読む
サイズ/重量/容量について
W17.5 × D3.0 × H1.8 cm
素材/原材料について
Material: Snow Beach (beech from Uonuma, Niigata)
Finishing paint: urethane paint
取り扱い上の注意について
-As this is a natural wood product, there will be individual differences in the grain and color.
- Microwave and dishwasher cannot be used.
・Do not place near fire.
- Avoid places exposed to direct sunlight or high temperatures and humidity.
- To prevent mold, make sure to dry thoroughly before putting it away.
-Due to the characteristics of natural wood, deformation may occur depending on the surrounding environment.
After washing, wipe it off immediately and do not leave it wet for a long time.
- Excessive force or strong impact may cause damage.