Handmade one by one by applying an elegant botanical “sukashibori,” or openwork pattern, these stainless-steel tongs are practical and convenient for serving various dishes from desserts to hors d’oeuvre. Resistant to rust and discoloration, the tongs can be safely used in dishwashers enabling an easy maintenance.
Dedicated to manufacturing of sluices in Saitama Prefecture, DAIDO KIKO Co., Ltd. has launched “D.ecru design,” an original brand that upcycles stainless-steel scraps produced in their factory in order to make effective use of resources. Items are produced entirely in its own factory from designing to finishing. Stainless-steel is hard and difficult to process, but each piece is hammered with wooden mallet and bent to form the three-dimensional shape by the hands of the artisans. The polishing process is time-consuming but in turn it gives a beautiful luster that brightens up the dining table. The tongs with a small papillon, a butterfly in French, are particularly popular among customers for its unique design. The tongs are also used in cafes in Tokyo and would also make a great gift.