Takemoto Rikio Handmade Paulownia Kiri Wood Rice Storage Box Komegura 5kg, 1 Go Measuring Dispenser, Moisture and Insect Resistant, Made in Japan

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"Rice doesn't last long because it's plagued by humidity and insects... Rice is an essential food for us Japanese, but it's actually a difficult food to manage in terms of quality. Even if you buy high-quality rice, if you can't manage its quality, it will gradually lose its flavor. This is because rice begins to deteriorate the moment it is milled. In Japan's climate, where humidity changes drastically, insects are more likely to appear, and the rice you bought or received as a gift can be ruined. In fact, it's not just people who are particular about rice; many ordinary housewives and restaurant owners also face the same problem of "I've ruined my rice..." The "Komezou" rice storage container, crafted by skilled paulownia wood artisan Rikio Takemoto in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, utilizes the properties of paulownia wood to maintain the appropriate humidity for rice and provides natural insect repellent effects. It is highly recommended for those who want to store delicious rice for a long period of time. Your daily meals will taste even better, and your family is sure to be pleased! By thoroughly maintaining the quality of your rice with "Komezou," you can enjoy fresh rice without waste and save money. Preventing insect infestations during the summer months is difficult with plastic rice containers. Many people worry that using insect repellents will transfer odors to the rice, and as a result, many households are unable to keep their rice fresh and delicious. The "Komezou" rice container, made entirely of paulownia wood, virtually eliminates insect infestations and keeps rice fresh for a very long time. Rice stored in "Komezou" has no off-flavors, allowing you to enjoy the rice's original taste. Mr. Takemoto's commitment is to create the container using only natural paulownia wood, without using any plastic or metal fittings. It is a "lifetime" rice container that showcases Japanese technology and is environmentally conscious. [Special Structure 1] The rice container has a structure that allows you to take out the desired amount of rice from the front without opening the lid. Each time you pull the special knob on the front, one cup of rice falls into the container below, so you can take out rice stress-free. [Special Structure 2] In addition, the bottom of the rice container is sloped, so old rice does not remain. Rice that has accumulated at the bottom is difficult to take out, and it is a hassle to lift the rice container to take it out. If left as is, it can cause insects to appear, but the special structure of this product allows you to take out the rice deliciously down to the last grain. We highly recommend this all-paulownia wood rice container "Komezo" only to those who truly want to protect the quality and deliciousness of their rice. Mr. Takemoto is committed to producing this product in small quantities in order to protect its quality. The carefully crafted all-paulownia wood rice container "Komezo" has been well received by many people for its quality and design. 【5kg Type】 ●Size (approx.): Width 23 x Depth 43 x Height 34cm ●Weight (approx.): 2kg 【10kg Type】 ●Size (approx.): Width 23 x Depth 43 x Height 45cm ●Weight (approx.): 2.5kg 【30kg Type】 ●Size (approx.): Width 23 x Depth 43 x Height 81cm ●Weight (approx.): 4kg ●Material: Natural paulownia wood (paulownia is from China) ●Made in Japan (Takemoto Wooden Box Co., Ltd., Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture) "I'm troubled by humidity and insects, so my rice doesn't last very long..." Rice is an essential food for us Japanese people, In fact, it's an ingredient that's difficult to control the quality of. Even if you buy high-quality rice, If quality control is not maintained, the flavor will gradually be lost. Because rice begins to deteriorate the moment it is milled. In Japan's climate, where humidity fluctuates drastically, insects tend to proliferate. The rice you bought or the rice you received as a gift could end up going to waste. Actually, not only those who are particular about rice, This includes housewives and restaurant owners, Many people share the same problem: "I ruined my rice..." The "Komezo" rice storage container, made entirely of paulownia wood by skilled paulownia craftsman Rikio Takemoto from Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, By utilizing the properties of paulownia wood, it helps maintain the appropriate humidity level for rice and provides a natural insect-repellent effect. This is highly recommended for those who want to store delicious rice for a long period of time. Your daily meals will taste even better, and your family is sure to be delighted! By thoroughly maintaining the quality of rice in the "rice warehouse," You can enjoy fresh rice without waste, and it also helps you save money. Preventing insect infestations during the summer months is difficult with plastic rice containers. Many people worry that using insect repellents will cause the smell to transfer to the rice. It could be said that many households are not able to keep their rice delicious. The "Komezo" rice storage container, made entirely of paulownia wood, is virtually insect-free and keeps rice fresh for a very long time. Rice stored in our "rice storehouse" is free of impurities, allowing you to enjoy the true flavor of the rice. Mr. Takemoto's particular focus is, To create it using only natural paulownia wood, without using any plastic or metal fittings. This rice container, a testament to Japanese technology and designed with environmental considerations in mind, is a "lifetime" item. [Special Structure #1] It has a design that allows you to take out the desired amount of rice from the front without opening the lid. Each time you pull the special knob on the front, one cup of rice will fall into the container below. You can take out the rice without any stress. [Special Structure #2] Furthermore, the inside of the rice container has a sloped bottom. This system ensures that old rice is not left behind. The rice that settles at the bottom is difficult to remove, and lifting the rice container to take it out is quite a struggle. Leaving it as is can cause insects to infest it, The special structure of this product allows you to extract every last grain of rice while enjoying its delicious taste. For those who truly want to protect the quality and deliciousness of rice, I highly recommend this paulownia wood rice storage container, "Komezou". Mr. Takemoto is committed to producing this product in small quantities to ensure its quality. The carefully crafted "Komezo" rice storage container made entirely of paulownia wood is Its quality and design have earned it high praise from many people. [5kg type] ●Size (approx.): Width 23 x Depth 43 x Height 34 cm ●Weight (approx.)/2kg [10kg type] ●Size (approx.): Width 23 x Depth 43 x Height 45 cm ●Weight (approx.)/2.5kg [30kg type] ●Size (approx.): Width 23 x Depth 43 x Height 81 cm ●Weight (approx.)/4kg ●Material: Natural paulownia wood (paulownia is sourced from China) ●Made in Japan (Takemoto Wooden Box Store Co., Ltd., Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture)

Packed with Extra Care This item is fragile, so it is individually wrapped in several layers of bubble wrap and surrounded with protective cushioning material inside a sturdy box, with extra padding at the corners and edges. The package is clearly labeled "FRAGILE" to ensure careful handling throughout transit.