{"product_id":"pl-01-rays-plate-round-m-藍染indigo-pl-01","title":"RAYS PLATE Round M　indigo dye","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTokushima indigo on radiant grain.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA plate whose face changes with the light.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eWhite Sycamore's ripple figure spreads outward in rays, dyed in the deep blue of Awa indigo. As light shifts, the grain rises and falls — no two angles reveal the same expression. Round M, at Φ280 mm (approx. 11\"), is an everyday size that never grows ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPEC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e[Size] Round M: Φ280 mm × H 12 mm (approx. 11\" × ½\")\u003cbr\u003e\n[Wood species] White Sycamore\u003cbr\u003e\nA wood renowned for its ripple figure — a lustrous, cross-grain shimmer that runs perpendicular to the growth rings. Combined with the radial Rays pattern, the surface reads like ripples spreading across still water.\u003cbr\u003e\n[Finish] Natural Awa indigo dye \/ Sera-Wood (urethane topcoat)\u003cbr\u003e\nMADE IN JAPAN\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eThis product has undergone food-contact safety testing based on EU standards, including sensory and specific migration tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Indigo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eDyed using the \u003cem\u003ehakko-date\u003c\/em\u003e (fermentation vat) method — the traditional technique of Tokushima's tadeai (Japanese indigo) cultivation. The dyeing is carried out in collaboration with \u003cstrong\u003eWatanabe's\u003c\/strong\u003e, producers who oversee the full process from cultivation through to vat preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAwa indigo is Tokushima Prefecture's celebrated natural dye. During the Edo period it was said that \"Awa indigo is the finest in the land,\" and the craft is today registered as an Important Intangible Cultural Heritage. Watanabe's carries that tradition into the present — managing cultivation, fermentation, and dyeing to achieve a blue of singular depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Sera-Wood topcoat seals the color while preserving water and heat resistance, allowing the indigo's natural character to age gracefully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eThe Rays Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003eThin-sliced wood veneer is cut into triangles and arranged radially from the center — a technique known as \u003cem\u003eRays\u003c\/em\u003e (光線貼り). The sunburst pattern interacts with White Sycamore's directional shimmer, so the surface shifts in light and shadow with every change of angle, giving a single plate the presence of something far larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter washing, wipe dry immediately with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave wet; prolonged moisture may cause warping or cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged direct sunlight and locations with extreme changes in temperature or humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave oily or strongly colored foods on the surface for extended periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for use in microwave ovens, dishwashers, or refrigerators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note that each piece features its own unique grain and color — a natural characteristic of handcrafted wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\u003ch3\u003eQ\u0026amp;A — Care \u0026amp; Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is Sera-Wood finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA1: Sera-Wood is a high-performance protective coating based on urethane resin reinforced with ultra-fine ceramic particles. It preserves the natural texture of the wood while providing water, heat, and UV resistance — well-suited for everyday tableware use. This product has undergone food-contact safety testing based on EU standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Can I wash it with water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA2: Yes. Please wipe dry immediately after washing and avoid leaving it wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Is it dishwasher-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA3: Hand-washing is recommended. Please do not use a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Can I use it in a microwave?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA4: No. As a wood product, it is not microwave-safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Is direct sunlight a problem for storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA5: Direct sunlight can cause warping, cracking, and fading. Please store away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ6: Can surface scratches be repaired?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA6: Minor scratches to the Sera-Wood coating may be repairable. Deep scratches, cracks, or warping cannot be restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ7: Can I serve warm food on it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA7: It is designed for food at room temperature to hand-warm. Please avoid placing very hot items directly from a pot or grill onto the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ8: The grain or color looks different from the photo — is this normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA8: Yes. Please note that slight variations in grain and color are inherent to natural wood. 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