AEKA Round Bowl (L) / Smoke Grey eifu kawamata Brand: Denshiro A 170-year-old Kabazaiku

Brand: Denshiro A 170-year-old Kabazaiku (traditional Japanese cherry bark craft) maker in Akita Prefecture

“Shunkei-nuri” is a method of applying clear lacquer over wood to allow the natural wood pattern to unveil

Both cups have a lustrous inner surface that is gilded with gold leaf

and vivid colors blend harmoniously

AEKA Round Bowl (L) / Smoke Grey eifu kawamata Brand: Denshiro A 170-year-old KabazaikuWith the woodturning technique "kashokubiki", which has been passed down through many generations, the craftsmen form each bowl with sharp precision and sensibility, making elegant sculptural pieces that are beautiful yet practical for daily use. This bowl is crafted by Gato Mikio, a manufacturer of Yamanaka lacquerware in Ishikawa Prefecture. For more story about Gato Mikio, visit our online media at Kogei Standard. Area: Yamanaka, Ishikawa