{"title":"Teaware","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive every tea moment a special character with our collection of Japanese tea accessories. With carefully selected items, inspired by age-old traditions and refined craftsmanship, preparing tea becomes a ritual to pause and reflect. Timeless shapes and subtle details bring peace and harmony to your daily tea experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kyoyaki-chawan-ninsei-shikishi-waka-kato-shoka","title":"Kyo-yaki Tea Bowl \"Ninsei Shikishi Waka\" (Poetry Cards by Ninsei) by Kato Shoka","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e This elegant matcha bowl is made by \u003cstrong\u003eKato Shōka (加藤松香)\u003c\/strong\u003e , a contemporary master from Kyoto known for carrying on the Kyōyaki tradition, the refined ceramics that have adorned Kyoto's tea culture since the Edo period. The piece is titled\u003cstrong\u003e仁清色紙和歌 (Ninsei Shikishi Waka)\u003c\/strong\u003e , which refers to the classical decoration with gilded poetry cards in the style of Nonomura Ninsei, the great pioneer of 17th-century Kiyomizu-yaki.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Creator: Kato Shōka (加藤松香)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Title: Ninsei Shikishi Waka (仁清色紙和歌)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eType: Kyōyaki Matcha Bowl (抹茶茶碗)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Material: Stoneware, hand-painted and gilded\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Diameter: ≈ 12 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Height: ≈ 7.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Interior: Craquelé glaze (kan-nyū)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Condition: New;\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Accessories: Original tomobako, cloth (shifuku), and biography of the maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e The bowl has a deep black exterior, on which gilded \u003cstrong\u003eshikishi\u003c\/strong\u003e (poetry cards) with waka verses are depicted, symbolizing the refined court culture of the Heian period. The cards are decorated with motifs of pine, bamboo, and plum blossom, the so-called \u003cstrong\u003eshōchikubai (松竹梅)\u003c\/strong\u003e , an auspicious combination representing strength, flexibility, and renewal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe interior features coloured concentric lines \u003cstrong\u003e(go-sen\u003c\/strong\u003e ), a reference to the five elements \u003cstrong\u003e(go dai)\u003c\/strong\u003e . With age, the glaze develops a subtle crackle structure, called \u003cstrong\u003ekan-nyū (貫入)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japanese, a natural phenomenon in fine Kyōyaki pottery that enhances the depth and character of the glaze.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e The bowl bears the impressed mark \u003cstrong\u003e“松香” (Shōka)\u003c\/strong\u003e in a circle on the foot. It comes in its original \u003cstrong\u003etomobako (友箱),\u003c\/strong\u003e a wooden box, on which the following is written in brush: Kyōyaki Matcha Bowl “Ninsei Shikishi Waka” made by Kato Shōka. The box also bears the maker’s round seal stamp, in which the characters\u003cstrong\u003e松香 (Shōka)\u003c\/strong\u003e are engraved. The bowl comes with a green information sheet explaining the artist’s background.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTranslation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eMr. Kato Shōka is a researcher of the Kyōyaki and Seiyaki traditions. From a young age, he worked at the foot of the Higashiyama Hills in Kyoto, where he learned under his father, the potter Kato Seika. He immersed himself in painting and lacquerware, developing a style that combines traditional Kyoto elegance with a modern sense of refinement. His work, particularly in tea ceremony ceramics, has won awards at various exhibitions. He continues to strive for harmony between tradition and innovation in his ceramic work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e This bowl represents the fusion of literary refinement, technical perfection, and symbolic depth. The combination of the \"waka\" theme, the gold ornamentation, and the authentic signature makes it a valuable collector's item for enthusiasts of Japanese tea ceremonies and Kyōto ceramics.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eKato Shōka studied at the Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Training Institute, Design Department, graduating in 1968. That same year, he entered the world of the Kyōyaki iroe pottery as an apprentice\/employee. In 1974, he opened his own studio under the name \u003cstrong\u003e\"松香\" (Shōka)\u003c\/strong\u003e and began producing tea ceramics independently. He participated in and was recognized at numerous exhibitions: In 1977, he became a member of the Daitokuji chakai group. In 1988, he won the \u003cstrong\u003e\"知事賞\" (Governor's Prize)\u003c\/strong\u003e at the Kyoto Painted Ceramics Exhibition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thee van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52530034213210,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/Ninsei10.jpg?v=1772376342"},{"product_id":"matcha-set-handgesneden-zwart-bamboo-100-tanden-wisk-klopper-chasen","title":"Matcha set hand-carved black bamboo whisk beater (100 teeth) 百本立","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis chasen is crafted from dark bamboo (黒竹 kurotake), meticulously hand-carved and shaped into 100 fine teeth (hyappon date), ideal for frothing matcha with a light, stable consistency. The dark color comes from the natural aging of the bamboo, sometimes enhanced by light toasting. The result is a brush with a deep, warm tone and a slightly firmer texture, beloved by connoisseurs who value refinement and balance in their tea preparation. Each chasen is handcrafted in Takayama, Nara, where the traditional Japanese craft of chasen has been passed down for over 500 years.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThere are different types of bamboo chasen in order of quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e White Bamboo (白竹\u003cstrong\u003eShiratake\u003c\/strong\u003e )\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eClassic, undyed bamboo. Light and flexible, traditionally used in almost every tea ceremony.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSoft and smooth; gives a creamy lather.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGood, but more vulnerable to breakage.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003ePurple Bamboo - OKI (紫竹\u003cstrong\u003eShichiku\u003c\/strong\u003e )\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBamboo with a natural purple-brown glow. Harder and slightly heavier, with a subtle elegance.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSlightly stiffer feeling when tapping, refined appearance.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBetter resistance to moisture and wear.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eBlack Bamboo (黒竹\u003cstrong\u003eKurotake\u003c\/strong\u003e )\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDark, deeply colored bamboo; slow-dried and with finer fibers.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVery stable and precise, ideal for consistent matcha.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExcellent, longest lifespan with proper maintenance.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose black bamboo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e The dark bamboo chasen is more than just a utensil: it's a symbol of understated beauty. Its natural hue contrasts beautifully with the vibrant green matcha, while its firmness ensures a smooth tapping motion and long-lasting use. For those who view the tea ceremony not simply as a ritual, but as a moment of silence and mindfulness, this is the perfect choice.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eImported from Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eHand carved.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNew, unused.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 6cm, Height: 11cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Material: dark bamboo (kurotake)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Type: 100 teeth (hyappon date)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Origin: Takayama, Nara, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003e Use: Usucha (light matcha) and Koicha (thick matcha)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e Maintenance: Rinse with lukewarm water only, no soap; allow to air dry.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thee van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52591288418650,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/Chasen2.jpg?v=1763928499"},{"product_id":"wajima-nuri-chashaku-gelakte-bamboe-matami-sai-shiotokuyashikki","title":"Wajima-nuri tea scoop (Matami-sai), Shiokutoku-ya Lacquerware Shop","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Japanese chashaku set that reflects the quiet elegance of the tea ceremony. This special combination consists of a black lacquered matcha spoon with subtle gold flecks and a traditional bamboo chashaku, presented together in an original wooden tomobako. The set brings together the balance between natural simplicity and refined urushi lacquerware—a characteristic highly valued within Japanese tea culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Tomobako \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box bears an original sticker from 塩徳屋漆器店 (Shiokutoku-ya Shikkiten), a lacquerware shop in Yamanaka (山中町本町). This region in Ishikawa is known for its long tradition of refined lacquerware and artisanal tea ceremony objects. The calligraphy on the lid denotes the object as a chashaku (茶杓), the classic spoon used to carefully portion matcha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTea Master\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bamboo chashaku features red calligraphy with the name Matami-sai (又妙斎), a reference found within the Japanese tea ceremony that is often associated with a style or tradition. This does not necessarily mean the piece was crafted by a specific master, but it gives the object additional cultural and aesthetic significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSymbology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its soft patina and subtle traces of use, this set carries an atmosphere of time and attention. It is an object that can be used ceremonially as well as serving as a valuable addition for collectors of Japanese tea ceremony art. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin the tea ceremony, the chashaku symbolizes precision and mindfulness—a small instrument that marks the transition from silence to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Japan, Yamanaka lacquerware region\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: urushi lacquer, bamboo, and wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes original tomobako (wooden box)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSticker from Shiokutoku-ya Shikkiten (Yamanaka lacquerware shop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eVintage condition with light, age-related traces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-5088082c-7fff-fa9f-3e24-335974304ec0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Thee van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752584016218,"sku":null,"price":28.15,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/Chashaku6.jpg?v=1771709153"},{"product_id":"japanse-theebus-chazutsu-okado-koto-chataku-van-zuiver-koper","title":"Japanese tea caddy chazutsu Ōkadō Koto \u0026 Chataku made of pure copper","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA special Japanese tea set by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eŌkadō (桜花堂)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (古都) series. The set is crafted from pure copper and consists of a traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echazutsu (茶筒)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for storing loose tea and matching \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echataku (茶托)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Japanese saucers for tea cups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe warm reddish-brown glow of the copper is combined with an understated decor of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplum blossom and a bird\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The set is unused and has been preserved in its original wooden box, which bears the name, series, material, and composition in Japanese calligraphy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chazutsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echazutsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a traditional Japanese storage canister for loose tea. High-quality Japanese tea canisters are designed to protect tea as much as possible from light, air, and moisture. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to the outer lid, this copper chazutsu features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseparate inner lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This provides an extra seal and is characteristic of high-quality Japanese tea canisters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe canister can be used for, for example, sencha, gyokuro, hojicha, or other loose tea. At the same time, because of its decoration and original storage box, this Ōkadō set is an attractive collector's item for enthusiasts of Japanese tea and craftsmanship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded with the chazutsu are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echataku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: small Japanese saucers on which a tea cup is placed while serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy copper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper has a long history in Japan as a material for both everyday utensils and refined metalwork. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe material is durable but is especially valued for the way it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. New copper has a bright red-orange shine. Under the influence of time, touch, and the environment, the surface gradually changes, creating a deeper patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis change is precisely what is valued within Japanese aesthetics. A copper object does not need to remain like new forever: the material is allowed to show that time is passing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a tea canister, copper also has the advantage of being \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecompletely opaque\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Light, one of the factors that can diminish the quality of tea, does not reach the tea leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUme and bird\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA subtle scene of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebird among blooming plum branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has been applied to the copper. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Japanese plum blossom, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eume (梅)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is an important traditional motif. The ume blooms very early in the year, sometimes while it is still cold. As a result, it has become a symbol of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eperseverance, resilience, hope, and the approaching spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bird reinforces this reference to the new season. Birds and blooming plum branches have appeared together in Japanese painting and decorative arts for centuries. A well-known combination is the ume with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003euguisu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or Japanese bush warbler, which is culturally strongly associated with the beginning of spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this piece, however, the bird is depicted in a highly stylized manner. Therefore, we do not attribute it with certainty to a specific bird species. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe representation is kept small and is partly integrated into the copper. Because of this, from a distance, the calm form and warm color of the object predominate; up close, the details become visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original wooden box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial to this set is the original wooden storage box. The calligraphy provides important information about the object. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box includes, among other things:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e桜花堂 – Ōkadō: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name of the workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e古都 – Koto: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiterally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eold capital\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This appears to be the name of the series or version.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e茶筒 – Chazutsu: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese tea canister.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e茶托 – Chataku: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea saucers on which a tea cup is placed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e揃 – Soroi: \u003c\/span\u003eCrafted from pure copper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the bottom is also the red seal of Ōkadō. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wooden box is not just packaging, but also forms an important part of the provenance and identification of the set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese copper craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan has an exceptionally rich tradition in metalworking. Copper was used for everything from temple fittings and utensils to vases, incense burners, and objects for the Japanese tea ceremony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith high-quality Japanese copperware, it is not just the form and construction that play a role. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface treatment and patination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are also part of the craft. Through hammering, polishing, engraving, and various finishing techniques, the same metal can take on very different appearances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell-known centers of Japanese metal craftsmanship include those around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTsubame-Sanjō in Niigata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakaoka in Toyama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Tsubame developed into an important center for copper and metalworking, while Takaoka has a centuries-old tradition in cast metalware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eObject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese tea set\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eName\/series:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Koto 古都\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eBrand\/workshop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ōkadō 桜花堂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eDating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20th century; exact production date unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pure copper (純銅製)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eComponents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e chazutsu with inner and outer lids and matching chataku\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e plum blossom (ume) and bird\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e unused from long-term storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e original inscribed wooden storage box with red seal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe maker Ōkadō – 桜花堂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eŌkadō (桜花堂), literally ‘House of the Cherry Blossom’, is the Japanese name of the workshop or brand under which this copper tea set was manufactured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In addition to tea canisters, other components for the Japanese tea culture are also known under this name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKoto (古都)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e appears on several Ōkadō objects and thus seems to be a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs of yet, we have not found reliable documentation in which Ōkadō is attributed to one individual copper artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have not been able to conclusively document the exact location and production period. The original box of this example is therefore particularly valuable: it makes the attribution to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eŌkadō, the Koto series, and pure copper possible directly from the object itself\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54934352527706,"sku":null,"price":89.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/20261004_213744_3.jpg?v=1791485471"},{"product_id":"japanse-theebus-chazutsu-sakura-kawa-druivenmotief","title":"Japanese tea caddy chazutsu - Sakura Kawa - Grape motif - Three-piece set","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unique Japanese tea set was crafted by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKusachū (くさ忠)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e according to the tradition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSakura Kawa Zaiku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (桜皮細工), the traditional Japanese craft in which natural cherry bark is fashioned into decorative and functional objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe set consists of an octagonal tea caddy (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003echazutsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), a matching teapot coaster, and a tea scoop. The warm, golden-brown nuances of the cherry bark, combined with dark wood accents and refined decorations of grape leaves and grape clusters, give the ensemble an elegant and characteristic appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tea caddy is equipped with a removable outer lid and an inner lid. The original wooden storage box with Japanese calligraphy has also been preserved, giving the set an extra layer of authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSakura Kawa Zaiku \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSakura Kawa Zaiku is a traditional Japanese craft primarily associated with Kakunodate in Akita Prefecture, with a history dating back to the eighteenth century. In this sophisticated technique, carefully selected cherry bark is processed and applied to a wooden base. The natural color nuances, subtle luster, and characteristic texture of the bark give each object its own vivid appearance. In this tea set, these qualities are beautifully showcased in the interplay between the lighter cherry bark and the darker wooden parts, which together form a harmonious whole. The octagonal shape of the tea caddy reinforces the geometric character of the design and gives the object a distinctive look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grape motif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoration consists of grapevines, leaves, and grape clusters. This Japanese motif, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebudō-mon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (葡萄文), is traditionally associated with fertility, abundance, and prosperity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark design contrasts beautifully with the golden-brown background of the cherry bark. The refined details of the leaves and grape clusters follow the shape of the octagonal tea caddy, forming a continuous decorative pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three-piece tea set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe set consists of three matching components:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctagonal chazutsu (茶筒):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e traditional Japanese tea caddy for loose tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeapot coaster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e matching accessory for placing a small Japanese teapot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea scoop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for measuring loose tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe components complement one another in terms of material, color, and design, together forming a harmonious ensemble where functionality and decorative art converge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original wooden storage box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original wooden storage box features Japanese calligraphy and a red seal. The inscriptions refer to Sakura Kawa Zaiku, the tea caddy, and the three-piece composition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box serves not only as appropriate packaging but also contributes to the presentation and identification of the set. The original labels and calligraphy enhance the authentic Japanese character of the set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe maker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKusachū (くさ忠)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the maker of this Japanese tea set, executed in the traditional style of Sakura Kawa Zaiku. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of natural cherry bark, dark wood accents, a geometric octagonal shape, and a refined grape motif gives the design its signature appearance. The meticulous finish and the matching accessories align with the Japanese tradition of refined handcrafted utensils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original wooden storage box with Japanese calligraphy and product labels completes the presentation of the set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese three-piece tea set\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kusachū (くさ忠)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 桜皮細工 御茶筒 三点セット\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraft:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sakura Kawa Zaiku – cherry bark work\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e octagonal tea caddy with grape motif\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wood with natural cherry bark decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e keyaki (欅), Japanese zelkova\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grapevines, leaves, and grape clusters\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComponents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tea caddy, teapot coaster, and tea scoop\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e unused;\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e original wooden storage box\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e exact production period unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese arts and crafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis octagonal Sakura Kawa Chazutsu by Kusachū unites traditional Japanese cherry bark work, natural materials, and a sophisticated decorative motif. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe warm color gradients, the characteristic form, and the graceful grapevines give the set an understated yet distinctive appearance. Together with the matching accessories and the original wooden storage box, this forms an attractive object for enthusiasts of Japanese tea culture, traditional woodwork, and unique collectibles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54964884078938,"sku":null,"price":109.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/20261010_225750_2.jpg?v=1791736984"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/collections\/20261004_213708_3.jpg?v=1791743885","url":"https:\/\/www.vananke.com\/collections\/teaware_en.oembed","provider":"vananke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}