Q1. お食い初めとは何ですか？

生後100日前後に行う、日本の伝統的な「初めての食事の儀式」です。「一生食べ物に困らないように」という願いを込めて行われます。

Q2. いつお祝いをするのがよいですか？

一般的には、生後100日目（または110日目・120日目）頃に行います。ご家族の予定に合わせて、前後しても問題ありません。

Q3. 用意するものは何ですか？

基本は一汁三菜（赤飯・鯛・煮物・汁物など）と歯固め石です。最近はお食い初め専用の器セットを使う方が増えています。

Q4. 男の子と女の子で器の違いはありますか？

伝統的には男の子が朱塗り、女の子が黒塗りとされていますが、「晴れと暮らす」では性別を問わず使えるやわらかな色味の器をご用意しています。

Q5. 自宅で簡単にお祝いできますか？

もちろんです。最近はフォトジェニックな食器セットやお祝い膳を使い、ご自宅でゆったりと記念写真を撮る方が多くなっています。

Q6. ギフト包装や熨斗はお願いできますか？

はい、無料または有料で承ります。のしには「お食い初め祝」や「内祝」など、用途に応じた表書きをお選びいただけます。

Q7. どのようにお手入れすればいいですか？

木製品は乾いた布で水分をふき取り、直射日光を避けて保管してください。磁器製は通常の食器と同様に洗っていただけます。

Q8. お食い初めの後も使えますか？

はい。お祝い行事の祝い膳の食器としてはもちろん、離乳食や普段の食事にも使えるよう実用性の高いデザインになっています。成長の記録として長くお使いいただけます。

Baby’s First Meal & 100-Day Celebration Tableware | Stylish Celebration Tableware & Gifts

Q: Q8. お食い初めの後も使えますか？

はい。お祝い行事の祝い膳の食器としてはもちろん、離乳食や普段の食事にも使えるよう実用性の高いデザインになっています。 成長の記録として長くお使いいただけます。

First meal ceremony

A gift to brighten their very first table,
wishing for healthy growth

The "Okuizome" is a milestone ceremony held around 100 days after birth, with the wish that the baby will never go hungry throughout their life.
It is an important occasion for the whole family to celebrate the baby's healthy growth.

At Ningyo no Tokunaga, we offer a wide range of items, from traditional Okuizome dinnerware to tableware that fits modern lifestyles, as well as commemorative gifts.

Whether for a celebration at home or as a gift for a loved one,
you can choose items to add a special touch to this day, wishing for the baby's future health and happiness.

First meal ceremony

Celebratory tableware

Tableware that gently brightens up your baby's first meals. We have curated a collection of warm, inviting pieces perfect for an Okuizome celebration, designed to be used daily and cherished for years as your child grows.

Weaning Ceremony Tableware and Mizuhiki Set Hare to Kurasu - Original

Weaning Ceremony Tableware and Mizuhiki Set <yui> Hare to Kurasu - Original</yui>

¥12,000

O-kuizome Tableware and Mizuhiki Set - Hareto Kurusu Original

O-kuizome Tableware and Mizuhiki Set <sui> - Hareto Kurusu Original</sui>

¥12,000

Dining tableware set Jicon

¥14,850

Natural Wood 9-Piece Children's Dinnerware Set

Natural Wood 9-Piece Children's Dinnerware Set

¥14,300

Natural Wood Children's Dish Set - 5 Pieces

Natural Wood Children's Dish Set - 5 Pieces

¥7,700

Celebration Mizuhiki 5-piece set [Personalized item]

Celebration Mizuhiki 5-piece set [Personalized item]

¥6,000

Heptagonal lacquerware Satine 22cm Paulownia wood box

Heptagonal lacquerware Satine 22cm Paulownia wood box

¥4,400

Customer Testimonials

I purchased this for an Okuizome (first meal) ceremony.

The elegant, gentle colors and design were so lovely and perfect for the 100th-day celebration.

It also looked wonderful in the photos we took.

It’s a design that’s easy to use for everyday wear, which was another great bonus beyond just the special occasion.

First Shoku-i-zome Dish Set <yui></yui>

I chose this tableware set as a birth and 100th-day celebration gift because I wanted to give something that would last.

The design is simple and universally appealing, yet doesn't look cheap, so I felt confident giving it as a gift.

My daughter told me, "I'm so happy to have something I can use for a long time," which made me very satisfied as the giver.
It has become a meaningful gift that will bring back memories of this time every time it is used.

I believe it was an excellent choice for a milestone gift.

Okuizome Tableware Set Jion

I purchased this for decorating our Okuizome (first meal ceremony).

Even with simple tableware and food, just adding this created a gorgeous atmosphere instantly.
The mizuhiki gave it a "proper celebratory feel," so it didn't feel too casual even at home, which was great.
Since the items can be arranged freely, it was also easy to adjust the balance when taking photos.

Having the name engraved on the chopstick rest also added a special touch, making it a memorable celebration.

Celebratory Mizuhiki 5-piece set

Q & A

Okuizome Q&A

Q1. What is "Okuizome"?

This is a traditional Japanese "first meal ceremony" held around 100 days after birth. It is performed with the wish that the child will never go hungry throughout their life.

Q2. When is the best time to celebrate?

Generally, this is performed around the 100th day (or 110th or 120th day) after birth. There is no issue with adjusting the date to fit your family's schedule.

Q3. What do I need to prepare?

The standard meal consists of one soup and three dishes (such as red bean rice, sea bream, simmered vegetables, and soup) along with a "teething stone." Recently, an increasing number of people are using special dishware sets designed for the Okuizome ceremony.

Q4. Are there any differences in the dishes used for boys and girls?

Traditionally, vermilion lacquerware is for boys and black lacquerware is for girls, but at "Hare to Kurasu," we offer tableware in soft colors that can be used regardless of gender.

Q5. Can I easily celebrate at home?

Certainly. Recently, many people are choosing to take commemorative photos at home in a relaxed setting, using photogenic tableware sets or special celebratory meals.

Q6. Can I request gift wrapping or noshi (ceremonial gift wrapping)?

Yes, we can provide this service for free or for a fee. You can choose the appropriate inscription for the "noshi" (gift wrapping) depending on the occasion, such as "Okuizome-iwai" (celebration for the first meal) or "Uchi-iwai" (internal celebration).

Q7. How should I take care of it?

For wooden products, wipe away any moisture with a dry cloth and store them away from direct sunlight. Porcelain items can be washed just like regular tableware.

Q8. Can this be used after the Okuizome ceremony?

Yes. The design is highly practical, suitable not only for celebratory meals, but also for baby food and everyday dining.
It can be used for a long time as a record of your child's growth.

【 About Okuizome 】

"Okuizome" is a traditional Japanese ceremony held around a baby's 100th day of life, in which the family prays for the child to grow up healthy and never suffer from a shortage of food throughout their life.

Dating back to the Heian period, the custom involves preparing a celebratory feast of dishes such as sekihan (red bean rice) and a whole sea bream. The baby is not fed the food, but rather mimics the act of eating, as the family prays for the child's growth.

The ceremony also includes a "hagatame" (tooth hardening) ritual to pray for the growth of strong teeth, and it continues to be cherished as an important milestone for the whole family to wish for the baby's future happiness.

First meal ceremony

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The "Okuizome" is a ceremony held around the 100th day after birth to wish for a baby's healthy growth.

We provide helpful information for this important milestone, including the meaning and origins of the celebration, items to prepare, and how to proceed on the day.