Wakayama, Japan · Since 1830
Tsunoda Seibei
Tsunoda Seibei Shoten began in Wakayama in 1830 as a shop for Kishu lacquerware. Its name recalls a merchant who walked from Kishu to Edo around 1620 to sell the region’s lacquer. Today it works mainly in Kishu hinoki cypress, making bento boxes and tableware that are simple and modern.
The material
Kishu hinoki cypress
Wakayama is famous for its Japanese cypress. Hinoki wood absorbs extra moisture, so rice stays fluffy rather than soggy, and it has natural antibacterial qualities.
A glass-based nano coating protects the wood so the bento box can go in the dishwasher, while the grain and scent of the cypress remain.
Simple, functional, modern
Each box shows the individual grain of the hinoki, and only a small number are made each day.
Why buy Tsunoda Seibei from LoftModern
Natural wood
Real Kishu hinoki with its own grain and scent.
Easy care
Nano-coated and dishwasher safe.
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Kishu hinoki cypress bento boxes by Tsunoda Seibei, made for lunches and serving.