{"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","url":"https:\/\/www.vananke.com\/products\/japanse-theebus-chazutsu-sakura-kawa-druivenmotief","provider":"vananke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}