wasara biodegradable paper tableware from japan

cups


wasara products by japanese design studio simplicity (shinichiro ogata) were exhibited as part of designboom's 'asia now' exhibition held at dwell on design in los angeles. 'sometimes we associate asia in general with copies of original designs that were conceived of elsewhere. this is unfortunate and often unwarranted. for the 'asia now' exhibition we were looking for truly unique work that is not too influenced by western styles.'

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wasara elevates disposable tableware to a new level. the earth-conscious product is made from tree-free renewable materials: bamboo, reed pulp and sugar cane fiber and is fully biodegradable and compostable. the sturdy and simple designs fit comfortably into one's hand.


the cups have a handle which doubles as a spout



bowls






square plates



the plate has a groove to accommodate the hand



detail of the stacked plates



tray with dipping bowl



circular plates



tray



cup



studies in form



wasara tableware in use



wasara tableware collection




wasara tableware packaging


fibres used to make wasara tableware



wasara tableware at the 'asia now' exhibition
image © designboom

the wasara tableware has been shown as part of the japanese sector of designboom's curated
exhibition 'asia now'.



image © designboom