Pink Shell Inlay Sakura Chasaji Teaspoon MAKER_Gatomikio firing unglazed wares at high

firing unglazed wares at high temperatures

The teacup is generously sized for a comfortable one-handed grip and holds up to 200 ml (6

showcases the exquisite application of the shirochibu technique

depending on their exposure to fire and ash

graceful design makes it a refined choice for entertaining guests

Pink Shell Inlay Sakura Chasaji Teaspoon MAKER_Gatomikio firing unglazed wares at highThis chasaji "teaspoon" by Yatsuyanagi is made of kabazaiku cherry bark work from Akita Prefecture. The detailed pink cherry blossom embellishment is delicately rendered using the technique of shell inlay called raden. The cherry trees used for Akita cherry bark work are mainly wild cherry trees from the Tohoku region, which grow in a harsh climate and are prized for their beauty and durability. The bark is carefully peeled from the trunk and left to