Japanese Wooden Tea Spoon - Elegant Craftsmanship

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This is a traditional craft tea spoon (cha-mi) made from natural cherry bark, originating from Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture. Each piece is handcrafted by artisans. Kaba-zukuri, or birch crafts, utilize the bark of wild cherry trees, showcasing Japan's rich artisan heritage. The beauty of the material is a key attraction, as is its superior properties.
The natural cherry bark is carefully processed, resulting in a beautifully colored tea spoon with stunning grain patterns. It is known that cherry bark has antibacterial properties. Although the shape may be the same, no two pieces share identical grain or color. Over time, with use, the spoon deepens in color and maintains its unique sheen. It won’t rust, allowing you to safely enjoy the warm, natural feel.
The manufacturer, Hachiyanagi Co., was founded in 1876 in Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture, and has been producing and selling birch crafts for generations. With highly refined techniques passed down through generations, each piece is crafted with care, ensuring both safety and usability alongside beauty.
Size: Width 3 cm x Length 7 cm
Made in Japan
*Please note that due to the natural materials, variations in patterns, colors, and textures occur, and each piece is unique. While preferences may vary, we appreciate your understanding that we cannot accommodate specific requests. We recommend purchasing multiple pieces to enjoy their variety. We hope you will use it for many years to come.*

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This is a traditional craft from Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture, known as "Kaba Zaiku," which utilizes natural cherry bark to create tea scoops (called "cha-mi"). Skilled artisans craft each piece by hand. Kaba Zaiku is a renowned Japanese craft that features the beautiful bark of mountain cherry trees, combining aesthetic appeal with the excellent properties of the material itself.
The tea scoops are made by extracting color from the natural cherry bark, resulting in a striking appearance with beautiful hues and grain patterns. It is said that cherry bark possesses antibacterial properties. While the shapes of the scoops are consistent, each one is unique in terms of grain and color, deepening in hue with use while maintaining the distinctive shine of mountain cherry wood. They do not rust and offer a warm, safe, and natural feel.
The manufacturer, Hachiyanagi Co., was founded in 1876 in Kakunodate, Akita, and has been producing and selling Kaba Zaiku for generations. Utilizing advanced skills passed down through the years, the company creates each piece with care, ensuring they are both functional and beautiful.
Size: Width 3 cm × Length 7 cm. Made in Japan.
Please note that due to the natural materials used, each piece will vary in patterns and colors. While