Chirirenge in Japanese is the name of the soup spoons from Asia and is used as ramen spoons in Japan. Unlike the western spoon, it has a flat bottom and is deep to hold more soup. The handle is curved upwards and the shape mimics a fallen petal of the lotus flower called renge in Japanese. The word chiri means “to fall off.”

 The Joy of Carving workshop is a craft experience designed to help participants slow down for the sake of spoon carving and learn about this culturally unique utensil. Participants focus on the tactile exploration of wood as a creative medium, learning carving techniques to shape one’s work into functional art. This workshop covers everything from wood selection, the ramen spoon design, finishing oils, along with a knife, blade, and carving techniques so participants can experience the joy of creating their own hand-carved kitchen tool.

Wood and carving tools will be provided.

Details

Date

• 2-day workshop – Saturday, October 24th and 31st,2026

  • Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Price

• $165

Material Fee

• $30 (cash payable to the instructor)

• Participants please bring an apron and/or wear old clothes

Location

• Oki Education Center

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