{"product_id":"sakura-wood-soup-spatula","title":"Sakura Wood Soup Spatula","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 24px; background: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Often Sells Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach one is shaped by hand at a single workshop, which means availability comes in small batches rather than a steady supply. We bring in as many as the workshop can produce, but they tend to go quickly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you’ve been considering one, now is a good time. Or join the waitlist with “Notify Me” and we’ll let you know when the next batch lands.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura Wood Soup Spatula is designed for reaching deep pots and stirring generous portions with ease. Its longer handle provides comfortable reach when cooking soups, stews, or larger batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Miyajima Kougei Seisakujo, a woodworking workshop founded in 1890 on Miyajima Island in Hiroshima, each piece is shaped from Japanese yamazakura (mountain cherry wood), valued for its strength, smooth grain, and beautiful aging over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in Japan as a “Soup Hera”, this style of spatula is traditionally used for stirring soups and cooking in deeper pots. The extended shape allows cooks to reach the bottom of the pot while maintaining control and comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for Deep Pots and Generous Cooking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe longer handle provides extra reach and control when cooking in deeper cookware such as soup pots, Dutch ovens, and large sauté pans. It allows you to stir thoroughly without getting too close to heat or steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Character of Sakura Wood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese yamazakura has a distinctive feel—smooth and gentle to the touch while remaining firm and resilient. Over time the wood deepens in color and develops a richer tone through regular use, giving each tool its own natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eComfortable for Everyday Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its longer shape, the spatula remains lightweight and balanced in the hand. It works beautifully for stirring soups, sautéing vegetables, and mixing ingredients while cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade by Miyajima Kougei Seisakujo in Miyajima, Hiroshima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted from Japanese yamazakura (mountain cherry wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger design ideal for deep pots and larger portions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable reach when stirring soups, stews, and sautéed dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth wooden surface helps protect cookware from scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and balanced for everyday cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtfully designed wooden spatula that brings comfort and control when cooking larger meals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Miyajima Kougei Seisakujo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155883520086,"sku":"WS-MIYAJIMA-SS-34","price":36.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2330\/8397\/files\/sakura-wood-kitchen-utensil-set-8228405.jpg?v=1773767468","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-jp.net\/products\/sakura-wood-soup-spatula","provider":"The Wabi Sabi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}