This is a traditional Japanese wooden soup ladle, commonly known as a ramen ladle or otama. It features a deep, round bowl carved from natural wood attached to a long, flat bamboo or wood handle. These ladles are specifically designed for serving hot broth, soup, and noodles. Because it is made of wood, it won't conduct heat to your hand or scratch the surface of your delicate bowls and cookware. This traditional Japanese ramen ladle typically measures approximately 8.5 to 9 inches in total length (around 21 to 23 cm). The round wooden bowl itself generally spans about 2.8 to 3 inches in diameter (7 to 7.5 cm), making it the perfect size for scooping up a generous portion of broth, ramen noodles, and toppings all in one go.