Wappa Bento Box with Lacquer Coating Set

A beautiful harmony of tradition and practicality, this Wappa Bento Box with Lacquer Coating blends the natural elegance of Japanese cedar with the protective qualities of urushi lacquer. Handcrafted using the magewappa (曲げわっぱ) technique, thin sheets of wood are carefully bent, shaped, and fastened with bamboo strips before being finished with a smooth, food-safe lacquer.

The addition of lacquer enhances durability, adds a gentle sheen, and makes the box more resistant to stains and moisture while preserving the natural aroma and warmth of the wood.

Why Choose a Lacquered Wappa Bento Box?

The lacquer coating not only deepens the natural beauty of the wood but also makes the bento box more practical for daily use. It’s more resistant to staining from sauces or colourful ingredients, and easier to wash and dry compared to untreated wood, while still offering the gentle fragrance and moisture-regulating qualities Wappa Bento Boxes are known for.

Features:

• Handcrafted from natural cedar wood
• Finished with a food-safe urushi lacquer coating
• Lightweight, durable, and naturally antibacterial
• Helps regulate moisture, keeping rice and other dishes fresh
• Beautiful, smooth surface that’s easy to clean and care for

The Wappa Bento set includes:

• Wappa Bento Box with Lacquer Coating
• Rubber band
• Chopstick
• Furoshiki (Wrapping cloth)
• Instruction: beginner's guide to bento box

First time using the Wappa Bento Box? No problem, here is the instruction for the beginner's guide to using Wappa Bento Box.

Origin: Japan

Dimensions: W19 × D15 × H9.5 cm

Material: Cedar wood (treated)