About Kiri Rice Bin – Capacity of 10kg – Vertical Type
Kiri Rice Bin is a handmade coffee storage made by Kiri Tansu artisans.
By using the special characteristics of Kiri Wood (Paulownia Wood) that absorbs moisture, which help the artisans to raise the airtightness of the rice bin even more, this rice bin will be able to protect rice from moisture and insects, as well as to sustains the taste of rice.
This product was developed by the fourth generation of Senshuu Tomekawa, Mr. Tomekawa Noboru in the first year of Taisho Era.
Kiri cabinet is made with good airtightness, it’s a very good place as a storage for clothes because it can avoid moisture.
The benefit of kiri cabinet will be applied to the Kiri Rice Bin as well, the rice bin will be able to protect the rice from moisture.
We are using kiri wood that has been dried thoroughly, after drying this product below the sun, we also using the artificial drying machines.
Though this drying process, even if the thing you will store inside the product contains some moisture, kiri wood will absorb the moisture, so you can prevent the occurrence of mold.
Also, even if it’s surrounded by high humidity around, since the kiri wood will absorb the moisture, it will prevent the moisture from entering the storage.
The lid cuts by hand, little by little, while observing the size of the main body so we can make the perfectly suitable lid.
If you look carefully, the grain of wood is connected. We make it precisely so neither the insects or moisture can enter.
The board is about 2 cm thick. If the board is thin, it will cause deformation.
On the contrary, it will become heavy if it’s too thick. Because we want you to use it for a long time, we made it with an ideal thickness that is strong and easy to use.
We also applied a method that makes the board hard to break, so you don’t have to worry about its strength.
Characteristics of Kiri Wood
Protector Against Humidity
Among the kind of woods, Kiri wood is one of a rare wood in category of moisture absorption.
The duct inside the wood can hinders the passage of water, and because the holes in fiber membranes are small, once it got dried, it will be difficult for water to break through inside.
High Level of Airtightness
Kiri wood inflated to moist outside air to prevent moisture from the outside.
Conversely, when the air dries moisture will diverge and shrinks.
Since kiri wood is sensitive to humidity, it has excellent airtightness, which able to keep the internal humidity constant, resulting in a long time protection for the contents inside the storage box.
High Resistance towards Insects
Because kiri wood contains tannin, it has a high resistance towards insects. A cabinet that made from Kiri wood is quite a popular choice in Japan because its excellence in humidity control and insect repellent.
Light Weight
Compared to specific gravity of water which is 1, kiri wood's specific gravity is 0.3, which is the lightest among domestic wood.
Because the membrane wall of its cells is thin and the air layer is large, it is soft and very convenient to carry.
Raw Material Preferences
We are using the kiri wood from North America.
The kiri wood product that is distributed in Japan mostly comes from Japan, Chinese and North American, but depending on the production area, there are products that use chemicals in order to make them look beautiful.
In Senshuu Tomekawa, considering that it’s a storage for food ingredients, we are using the kiri wood from North America which contains no chemicals.
Because the annual tree ring is fairly beautiful and the material quality is excellent, we have been using it for about 30 years.
For adhesive, we use the woodworking bond made by Konishi Co., Ltd. We use bonds that is accordant with environmental standards.
There will no bad smell or any bad reaction to the eyes, and it’s free from formaldehyde so you can use it with no worries.
- Length 41 cm
- Width 26 cm
- Depth 20 cm
The Kiri Rice Bin (Capacity of 10kg) weight about 2,5kg, which is very light, compact and takes no much space.
The side of the main body is engraved with anti-skid devices which prevent it from slipping. Due to its lightweight, it’s also easier for women to lift this product.
Protecting the Rice from Deterioration
Cause of The Deterioration from Rice's Taste
| Oxidation |
Humidification and Dryness |
Insects Occurrence |
| If the polished grain of rice to come in contact with air, the fat content oxidizes and the taste deteriorates. |
Rice can get cracked by dryness, also will easily get mold because of humidification. The rice that got molded smells really bad. |
If the rice get destroyed by insects, the good part of rice and the flavour will deteriorates. Insects can come inside the storage while opening and closing the lid, the insects also can lay their eggs in your rice grains. |
Kiri Rice Bin, Protect Your Rice Grains Firmly
| High level of airtightness |
Constant Temperature and Humidity |
Insect Repellent |
| A manual work made by the artisan, made without gaps to prevent the circulation of air and also to prevent oxidation of rice grains. |
Kiri Wood is the most suitable for storage and preservation of rice grains, which sensitive to the humidity and temperature change. Kiri Wood will firmly protect the rice grains from mold and dryness. |
Kiri Wood contains substances called paulownin and sesamin which insects hates. It will firmly protect the rice grains from insects. |
About the Developer
- Tomekawa Noboru
Senshuu Tomekawa's Fourth Generation
- This product was developed by the fourth generation of Senshuu Tomekawa, Mr. Tomekawa Noboru in the first year of Taisho Era.
He is a skilled artisan who successfully won the Osaka Prefectural Governor's Prize at The Osaka Prefectural Industrial Arts and Craftsman's Work Exhibition in 1997.
Instead of doing a mass production, he created a handmade goods, step by step. He is an artisan who improving everyday with a thought of wanting to know about the soul and art in the making of his products.
History of Tomekawa Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
| Taiso 1st |
Started Producting Kiri Tansu (Cabinet made from Kiri wood) |
| Showa 60th |
Established Partnership Cooperation Osaka Senshuu Kiri Tansu Association |
| Showa 63th |
Won Japan Mint's Award |
| Heisei 1st |
Won Osaka Governor's Prize Designated by Ministry of International Trade and Industry |
| Heisei 3rd |
Won Osaka Prefecture Craftsmen's Achievement Award |
| Heisei 5th |
Received Traditional Crafting Industry Commendation for Industrial Achievement Award from Minister International Trade and Industry |
| Heisei 6th |
Awarded Orders of The Sacred Treasure |
| Heisei 9th |
Awarded the Confucius Prize from Osaka Prefectural Governor |
| Heisei 25th |
Patent Application |
| Heisei 25th |
Management Innovation Approval |
Product Details
| Name |
Kiri Rice Bin – Capacity of 10kg – Vertical Type |
| Material |
Kiri Wood/Paulownia Wood (from North America) |
| Weight |
About 2.5kg (with the capacity of 10kg, it might be weighed a little more than 10kg) |
| Size |
length 41cm× width 26cm × depth 20cm |
| Place of Origin |
Japan |
Notes on Usage.
Please note the following points.
· If you hit it, it could easily get dented (In case it got dented, it will return to its shape if you add a little amount of water)
· Since it has no colour, be careful of dirt. Wipe immediately if it gets dirty, please polish with the attached sandpaper.
· Do not wash. Please never wash as it may cause deformation or become mold. When cleaning, please use a brush. |
