Agateware is a technical ceramic term and this work is a perfect example. This special teacup is made from two types of clay spiraled together to create an effect that resembles an agate stone. The glaze was made from the ash of an oak tree that fell down in the backyard of artist Austin's family home.
Half kitchen utensil, half art piece, our chasen bamboo whisks exemplify functional beauty - truly an icon of Japanese culture and tradition. Our chasens are: - Hand-carved from a single piece...
Our beautiful dark wood chasens are made from wild purple bamboo. Artisans look for a hard, thin stalk, usually about 2-2.5 centimeters thick and 9-12 cm long. The bamboo must be dried for...
Presenting an exquisite handmade chasen by grandmaster Ryosai Kubo: We are so fortunate to be able to share this particular chasen with you. Genuine Takayama chasen are a diminishing art, but...
A traditional Matcha set would not be complete without a chashaku. Specifically reserved for scooping Matcha tea, this dainty serving spoon is the perfect companion to your chawan (tea bowl)...