Knowing this, Nishio Shouzaemon revolutionized the ancient tawashi in an attempt to figure out an easier way to perform burdensome tasks like scouring dirty pots, pans, grill plates, cast-iron cookware, stubborn floors and more! If you think about it, the most dreaded task of home-cooking is home-cleaning, especially if you have no help in the kitchen.Īnd, even if you do, it is a pain to the eye and is the deterrent between you and your next batch of Okonomiyaki! The most recognized Japanese scrubbing tool is the Kamenoko Tawashi, invented by Nishio Shouzaemon exactly 113 years ago. Kamenoko tawashi, the common scrubbing tool.Luffa sponge/ luffa brush (‘hechima tawashi’) for gentle body scrubbing and exfoliating.‘Eko tawashi’ (eco-friendly tawashi) which is a cotton sponge made from crocheted cotton and is said to create less pollution as it requires no soap or detergent to aid in removing dirt.Gold, brass, and stainless steel brushes (‘kinzoku tawashi’) made from metal.Acrylic wool sponges (‘akuriru tawashi’) made from artificial fibers – knitted or crocheted.Synthetic nylon sponges (‘nairon tawashi’).Man-made polyurethane sponges (‘suponji tawashi’).Think brooms, body scrubbers, and cleaning instruments for hard-to-reach areas.īecause the tawashi brush has been a common item in Japanese households for hundreds of generations, the term ‘tawashi’ is loosely used to refer to various forms of scrubbing tools including: Some tawashi brushes even have a handle attached – making all-purpose use possible. The waterproof fibers are bent for increased durability and held in place by a metal wire which loops at the center of one long end, creating a built-in hook for convenient storage. The Japanese tawashi brush is a traditional household scrubbing brush that is made by hand using organic plant fibers.Įarlier versions of the brush were made during the (between 16) using rice straw, but the current design – from the year 1907 – uses fibers from windmill palms and coconut trees. This same ‘friend’ will also show you how to stop throwing away the nutrients found in the skin of your fruits and vegetables, and even how to gently exfoliate your skin using a household product sourced from nature. That is – if you are still using a regular sponge, kitchen towel, and steel wool to scrub away dirt (not to mention more than half of your nail beds!) We will be right here with you, and we’ve brought a ‘friend’ along to show you a new way of life. While we love to give you recipes that achieve authentic flavors and textures, today we’ll skip to the part where you’ve eaten and it’s time to clean up your delicious mess. We certainly have and as you can tell, we at Bitemybun have been hooked on all things Japan since our first few encounters! Exploring Japan through its charming streets, culture, and cuisine is a magical experience in itself.Īnd, even if you have not been there in the flesh you might have met some Japanese people, been to a Japanese restaurant in your corner of the world, or watched popular Japanese films (with subtitles!) sometime in your life.
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