This is a wooden bowl finished with "Negoro-nuri," a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique. The technique involves applying black lacquer as a base and then layering red lacquer on top. As you use it, the red lacquer on the surface wears away, revealing the black undercoat, allowing you to enjoy the unique "Negoro pattern." The design is characterized by the uneven surface (nata-me). The sides are decorated with "kikko-bori," a textured pattern that utilizes chisel marks. This makes it less slippery and easier to hold. Natural wood is used, and the lacquer coating increases insulation, keeping the contents warm and making it less likely to feel hot to the touch. It can be used not only for soups like miso soup and clear soup, but also as a small bowl for various dishes. - Color: Black and red lacquerware - Design: Wave-patterned carving - Material: Lacquer - Shape: Bowl-shaped - Quantity: Set of 2