This rice storage box is beautifully made using only “Kiri” (paulownia) wood. A smooth and sublimely fitted top lid, replete with an effortlessly sliding access panel for quick scoops of rice, is removable for when the box requires refilling or a seasonal cleaning.

What is “Kiri”? One of the most reliable materials traditionally used for preserving clothing or food in Japan, Kiri (paulownia) wood is rich in tannin and sesamin, and has natural antiseptic and insect repelling properties. The wood fibre is porous, resulting in an almost magical lightweight quality.

Already representing the perfect material for rice storage, Kiri wood also offers a natural control of moisture to its long list of beneficial properties. As such, this stunningly simple yet elegantly designed Azmaya’s Rice Storage box protects grains and rice from insect damage or moulds, a common problem in Japanese kitchens suffering from high humidity and dramatic seasonal shifts of climate.

Indicative of the fine craftsmanship of Kasukabe City in Saitama Prefecture, known for their production of Kiri wooden products, not a single nail, fastener, hinge or metal fitting has been used in the construction of this product. Functional and beautiful, this is a perfect storage solution for rice and many other ingredients in your kitchen.