Okashi yoji
The okashi yōji is used when eating traditional Japanese sweets such as yōkan or nerikiri.
They are made from kuromoji wood, the same material used for toothpicks.
A single pick can be used to cut, pierce, and eat the sweets, serving the role of both a knife and a fork.
Saruya's toothpick is kuromojiー
ーWhat is kuromoji??
It is a deciduous shrub of the camphor family and is widely native to Japan.
It is characterized by a refreshing scent and has a gentle scent, so it is recommended for those who do not like strong scents. Its scent has a relaxing effect and has been loved in Japan for a long time.
ーWhat are the features of kuromoji toothpicks?
It is a toothpick that has moderate elasticity, is supple and does not break easily.