This is a large bamboo strainer. It's a size that can be used for Japanese cooking, such as for straining tea, miso, skimming scum, or making dashi broth. It also has an atmospheric presence as a kitchen display or antique tool. It can be used for home use, as well as for restaurants and preparation purposes. As it is a natural material, there may be some unevenness in color, but this does not affect its use.