CHANGDAHE · FOUNDED 1920

Five generations at the workbench.

A century-old Wuhan workshop inlaying rare hardwoods and bamboo root with mother-of-pearl, lacquer, and hand-drawn copper wire — one piece at a time.

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THE COLLECTION

Heirloom tableware, made to last

Heirloom Chopsticks
Heirloom Chopsticks

Rare hardwood · Mother-of-pearl · Sterling tips

$320
Lacquer Chopsticks
Lacquer Chopsticks

Natural Chinese lacquer · Copper wire inlay

$200
Shell Chopsticks
Shell Chopsticks

Natural shell inlay · Hardwood base

$260
Bamboo Root Cutlery
Bamboo Root Cutlery

Bamboo root grown 6-10 years · No two alike

$240
THE MATERIALS

Rare Hardwoods & Natural Bamboo Each piece begins with nature.

Purple Ebony (紫光檀) — dense, dark, and naturally antibacterial

Red Sandalwood (小叶紫檀) — prized for centuries, rich burgundy grain

Snakewood (蛇纹木) — one of the rarest woods on earth, striking pattern

Natural Bamboo Root — unrepeatable knots and curves, no two handles alike

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Rare Hardwoods & Natural Bamboo
Each piece begins with nature.
THE CRAFT

From raw wood to heirloom

01

Carve

Each piece begins with hand-selected wood or bamboo root — chosen for grain, density, and character. Chopsticks are shaped on a lathe to precise taper; cutlery handles are carved to follow the root's natural curves.

02

Inlay

Depending on the series, artisans embed mother-of-pearl, copper wire, or layers of lacquer. The Iridescence series alone requires 40+ shell fragments per pair, each cut and set by hand.

03

Finish

A seven-step hand-finishing process brings out natural luster. Chopsticks pass through final inspection before earning the Changdahe stamp. Bamboo cutlery is paired with laser-polished 304 stainless steel — assembled by hand, built to be passed down.

CREDENTIALS
1920

Year founded Five generations of artisans

7

Craft techniques Carving, inlay, lacquer & more

6 + 1

Rare hardwoods + bamboo root Each with unique character

UNESCO

Intangible heritage Recognized cultural craft

Tip Renewal Free re-tipping after years of use
Gift Box Premium packaging included
Wood Selection Guide Find the perfect wood for you
Custom Pairing Match chopsticks with cutlery sets