{"product_id":"shunju-hira-natsume-with-two-seasonal-lids-raden-sakura-shu-kiku-by-soetsu-nakamura","title":"Shunju Hira-Natsume with Two Seasonal Lids – Raden Sakura \u0026 Shu Kiku by Soetsu Nakamura","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShunju Hira-Natsume with Two Seasonal Lids by Soetsu Nakamura\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive Shunju (春秋) Hira-Natsume (平棗) by Japanese lacquer artist Soetsu Nakamura (中村宗悦), accompanied by two interchangeable lids—one representing spring and the other autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Shunju (春秋) literally means “Spring and Autumn,” and the design allows the character of the chaki to change with the season simply by changing its lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpring – Raden Sakura\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spring lid features \u003cstrong\u003esakura (桜, cherry blossoms)\u003c\/strong\u003e expressed with \u003cstrong\u003eraden (螺鈿)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the traditional decorative technique of inlaying pieces of luminous mother-of-pearl or shell into a lacquered surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the light moves across the lid, the shell catches and reflects subtle colors, giving the cherry blossoms a delicate brilliance. The effect beautifully evokes the fleeting luminosity of sakura in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lid is especially appropriate for the \u003cstrong\u003esakura season, from late March through April\u003c\/strong\u003e, and makes an elegant choice for a spring chakai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAutumn – Shu Kiku\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second lid represents autumn and features \u003cstrong\u003ekiku (菊, chrysanthemum)\u003c\/strong\u003e against a warm \u003cstrong\u003eshu (朱, vermilion-red)\u003c\/strong\u003e lacquer finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chrysanthemum is one of Japan’s most important classical flowers and has long been associated with \u003cstrong\u003elongevity, refinement, and good fortune\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its connection with autumn makes this lid particularly appropriate for seasonal tea gatherings as the weather begins to cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich shu lacquer creates a striking contrast with the quieter character of the spring lid, allowing the same chaki to take on an entirely different seasonal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne Chaki, Two Seasons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of two lids makes this piece especially appealing within the seasonal tradition of Chanoyu. Rather than simply depicting spring and autumn together, the utensil can be \u003cstrong\u003ephysically transformed to suit the season\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the host to select the appropriate lid according to the time and theme of the tea gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low, broad \u003cstrong\u003eHira-Natsume (平棗)\u003c\/strong\u003e form provides an elegant setting for both designs and gives the piece a distinctive presence among more conventional natsume forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by Soetsu Nakamura, an accomplished lacquer artist known for his extensive work in utensils for Chanoyu, this Shunju Hira-Natsume brings together \u003cstrong\u003eraden, lacquer craftsmanship, seasonal symbolism, and thoughtful functionality\u003c\/strong\u003e in a single tea utensil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly versatile and refined piece for seasonal \u003cstrong\u003echakai\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as an appealing addition to a collection of Japanese lacquer art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artist – Soetsu Nakamura\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoetsu Nakamura (中村宗悦)\u003c\/strong\u003e, born in Ishikawa Prefecture in 1932, is a Japanese lacquer artist known for traditional lacquerware created for Chanoyu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe began studying \u003cstrong\u003ekyushitsu\u003c\/strong\u003e, the traditional art of applying and building layers of urushi lacquer, under his father in 1946 and devoted his career to creating lacquer tea utensils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakamura also studied the Way of Tea beginning in 1967 and later received the tea name \u003cstrong\u003eSokyo (宗恭)\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1987. His understanding of Chanoyu is reflected throughout his extensive body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis craftsmanship has received numerous honors in Japan, and he is particularly known among tea practitioners for his finely crafted natsume and other lacquer utensils, including works based on \u003cstrong\u003ekonomi designs associated with distinguished tea masters of the Senke traditions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Soetsu Nakamura (中村宗悦)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eName: Shunju (春秋) – “Spring \u0026amp; Autumn”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm: Hira-Natsume (平棗)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes: Two Interchangeable Seasonal Lids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring Lid: Sakura (Cherry Blossoms)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring Technique: Raden (螺鈿 \/ Mother-of-Pearl Inlay)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Lid: Kiku (Chrysanthemum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutumn Finish: Shu (朱 \/ Vermilion-Red Lacquer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaki \/ Matcha Tea Caddy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Usucha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeasons: Spring \u0026amp; Autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamanaka Lacquerware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46590164205764,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/m79991370330_6.jpg?v=1788734868","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/fr\/products\/shunju-hira-natsume-with-two-seasonal-lids-raden-sakura-shu-kiku-by-soetsu-nakamura","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}