Gold and Silver Larch Tree Natsume Matcha Container MAKER_Hanasaka This technique involves applying gold

This technique involves applying gold leaf or paste to porcelain

it also suits a scoop of ice cream or some fruit

giving the piece a rustic warmth

it serves equally well for side dishes and simmered foods

This set includes one tokkuri Japanese sake carafe

Gold and Silver Larch Tree Natsume Matcha Container MAKER_Hanasaka This technique involves applying goldThis natsume is a large tea caddy traditionally used for serving usucha, known as thin tea. Crafted from mizume (Japanese cherry birch)a fine grained natural woodit is meticulously finished with layers of urushi lacquer from the base coat to the final polish. Every detail, from the gold to the silver decoration, is executed with genuine gold and silver. Since the wooden foundation is shaped by hand from start to finish, completion requires years of