Chitose-bon Kobukusa Rose (Tantansai Preference – Shippo Setsugekka Brocade)

Chitose-bon Kobukusa (Tantansai Preference – Shippo Setsugekka Brocade)

This exceptionally fine kobukusa for use with a Chitose-bon tray is crafted by Kitamura Tokusai Fukusa, a renowned Kyoto workshop known for its exquisite tea ceremony textiles.

Featuring the elegant Shippo Setsugekka (Seven Treasures, Snow, Moon, and Flowers) brocade favored by Tantansai, this kobukusa reflects the refined aesthetics and craftsmanship associated with the Japanese tea tradition.

Please note that this kobukusa is specially sized for use with a Chitose-bon tray and differs from the dimensions of a standard kobukusa.

Please Note

• Actual colors may vary slightly from those shown in the photographs.
• The appearance of the pattern will vary depending on how the fabric is cut.

Material: Finest Quality 100% Silk
Textile: Traditional Nishijin-ori (Kyoto Brocade)
Construction: Hand-sewn

Size: Approximately 12 cm (4.7 in) × 12.5 cm (4.9 in)

Kitamura Tokusai is Japan’s only specialized maker of fukusa (ceremonial silk cloths) for tea ceremony. Established in 1712 (Shōtoku 2) in Kyoto’s Nishijin district, the workshop has been producing fine tea utensils for over 300 years, preserving the elegance and spirit of traditional craftsmanship.

Features of Kitamura’s Kobukusa

■ Carefully Selected Fabrics

Made from traditional textiles such as Nishijin-ori, each piece showcases refined patterns and graceful colors appropriate for the tea room.

■ Beautiful Craftsmanship

Each kobukusa is carefully hand-sewn with great attention to detail, offering both ease of use and aesthetic elegance.