Golden Larch Tree Chu-Natsume Matcha Container MAKER_Kawai Place it on a plate

Place it on a plate or in a bento lunch box for a sophisticated presentation

leaving a trace that feels at once spontaneous and intentional

Crafted in the tradition of Tobe ware

adding a subtle vibrancy to the traditional motif

" The designed flowers on the backside are also very charming

Golden Larch Tree Chu-Natsume Matcha Container MAKER_Kawai Place it on a plateThis natsume, known as a chu natsume, is slightly smaller than a large natsume. It is crafted from mizume (Japanese cherry birch), a fine natural wood, and because the wooden base is entirely handmade, several years are required to complete each piece. The golden colored areas of the design are created using tin, whose subtle shimmer lends a quiet brilliance to the surface. The decoration features the karamatsu (Japanese larch) motif, one of Japans