Smoked Bamboo Chopsticks
For generations, the Japanese have mastered the art of bamboo craftsmanship, seamlessly integrating it into daily life. Freshly cut bamboo, rich in moisture and sugars, is prone to cracking and pests — which is why artisans harvest it in winter and dry it slowly over time. Among the most revered materials is susudake — bamboo darkened and hardened by decades of hearth smoke in traditional thatched homes. As this rare material becomes scarce, our craftsmen have created custom smoking kilns to honour its legacy and recreate its unique beauty.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Need to return something? Just let us know.
Tune Your Life
Naturally.
mARU’s products are not merely food or household items.
They are gentle prompts — invitations to pause, reflect, and live more mindfully.
Each item is infused with the blessings of nature,
the wisdom of over two thousand years of Japanese tradition,
and the refined skill of master artisans.
By engaging with these creations,
daily life becomes just a little more peaceful, a little more harmonious.
It is this quiet transformation that we hope to share with people around the world.