In recent years, the problem of "plastic waste" has been attracting worldwide attention. We would like to contribute to the reduction of garbage by gradually starting from what each person can do, such as bringing an eco bag.

Although it is a plastic that is often used for disposable containers and tableware, wooden spoons and forks and paper straws have appeared from the AEON TOPVALU brand. I was worried about the usability, so I bought it.

Wooden spoon / wooden fork

Spoons and forks that use birch wood instead of plastic. No chemical treatment is performed in the manufacturing process, and it has a simple look and feel with a dry wood texture. The price (excluding tax, the same applies below) is 198 yen for each 10 bottles.



Thinner and lighter than a plastic spoon. Only wood has a sensation of sticking to the tongue when put in the mouth as it is, and it seems to absorb a little water from food. To be honest, it gives off a faint scent of wood, which makes you feel uncomfortable when you first start using it. Considering that you normally use disposable chopsticks made of wood, it seems to be a matter of familiarity.

Paper straw

A durable paper straw that uses Finnish FSC certified paper instead of plastic. The approximate size is 6mm in diameter x 210mm in length. 20 pieces (198 yen) and 50 pieces (398 yen) are available.


The smooth and smooth texture is close to that of plastic, and the moment you bring your mouth close to it, the unique scent of paper is fluffy. I'm drinking with a straw, but I get a strange feeling like I'm putting my mouth in a paper cup. The impression that this is also a matter of familiarity. The usable time is about 1 hour.

summary

TOPVALU "Wooden Spoon / Wooden Fork" and "Paper Straw" that use wood or paper instead of plastic. For those who are familiar with plastics, it is not a familiar feeling, but I think it will be an easy option to reduce plastic waste. Why don't you prepare them all and use them when you need a disposable spoon or straw. I think the simple appearance of wood is also good for small items when taking pictures of dishes and cakes. TOPVALU also offers paper plates and cups made from properly managed forests using unbleached paper.