{"title":"Hanaire (Flower Vase)","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bamboo-hanaire-flower-vase-with-zen-calligraphy-by-oda-sesso-former-abbot-of-daitoku-ji","title":"Bamboo Hanaire (Flower Vase) With Zen Calligraphy by Oda Sessō","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eThis elegant bamboo hanaire (flower vase) is accompanied by an original hakogaki (box inscription) written by Oda Sessō, former abbot of Daitoku-ji, one of Kyoto’s most important Zen temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eThe piece bears the poetic name “Kazan 華山” (Flower Mountain).\u003cbr data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eThe name evokes an image of flowers quietly blooming across a mountain landscape, expressing abundance held within stillness. In the context of Zen and the tea ceremony, it suggests a natural harmony where beauty arises without excess or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eIn chanoyu, bamboo flower vases are cherished for their ability to highlight the natural character of a single seasonal flower. When paired with Zen calligraphy, a hanaire becomes more than a vessel—it becomes an expression of spiritual sensibility and refined restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eThis piece is offered in \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003every good pre-owned condition,\u003c\/span\u003e having been carefully preserved. It is suitable both for use in the tea room and for collectors who appreciate Zen-inscribed tea utensils that embody the quiet elegance of Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eA dignified bamboo hanaire that brings together natural material, Zen philosophy, and the contemplative beauty at the heart of the tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zen Calligraphy by Oda Sessō","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45745478959300,"sku":null,"price":188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/7641170_448.webp?v=1770548239"},{"product_id":"bamboo-hanging-hanaire-wall-flower-vase-with-zen-calligraphy-by-fujii-kaido-former-abbot-of-daitoku-ji","title":"Bamboo Hanging Hanaire (Wall Flower Vase) With Zen Calligraphy","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eThis bamboo hanging hanaire (wall flower vase) is accompanied by an original hakogaki (box inscription) written by Fujii Kaidō, former abbot of Daitoku-ji, one of Kyoto’s most significant Zen temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eHanging flower vases are traditionally used in the tokonoma, allowing a single seasonal flower to be displayed lightly and freely, emphasizing vertical space and quiet movement. Bamboo, with its natural warmth and simplicity, is especially favored for this form, as it harmonizes effortlessly with the aesthetics of Zen and the tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eThe presence of Zen calligraphy lends spiritual depth and cultural context, transforming this hanaire from a functional vessel into an object that reflects mindfulness, restraint, and respect for nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eThis piece is offered in \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egood pre-owned condition\u003c\/span\u003e, showing signs of gentle use consistent with age while remaining well preserved. It is suitable both for use in the tea room and for collectors who appreciate Zen-inscribed bamboo flower vases with authentic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eA quietly expressive hanging hanaire that embodies the natural elegance and contemplative spirit of Japanese tea culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fujii Kaidō","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45745480532164,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/7638604_270.webp?v=1776490193"},{"product_id":"red-gourd-sake-bottle-by-eiraku-zengoro-xvi-sokuzan-one-of-the-senke-jisshoku","title":"Red Gourd Sake Bottle by Eiraku Zengorō XVI (Sokuzan) One of the Senke Jisshoku","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eThis red gourd-shaped sake bottle was crafted by Eiraku Zengorō XVI (Sokuzan), a master potter of the Eiraku family, renowned as one of the Senke Jisshoku (Ten Artisans of the Senke schools)—the traditional artisans who support the Japanese tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eThe gourd (hyōtan) motif has long been associated with auspiciousness, prosperity, and protection, making it a favored form for tea and sake vessels. The rich red glaze and well-balanced proportions reflect the refined sensibility and technical excellence characteristic of Eiraku ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eMeasuring approximately 15.2 cm in height, this vessel may also be appreciated and used as a hanaire (flower vase) in the context of chanoyu, reflecting the flexible and poetic use of utensils within the tea tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eThis piece is offered in \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egood pre-owned condition\u003c\/span\u003e, showing visible signs of age and use, including surface staining consistent with time and careful handling. These traces do not detract from the vessel’s integrity; rather, they speak to its history and continued life within the tea world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eSuitable for appreciation as a tea-ceremony-related vessel or as a collectible example of Senke Jisshoku craftsmanship, this sake bottle embodies the quiet dignity, auspicious symbolism, and lineage of Japanese ceramic art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eiraku Zengorō XVI (Sokuzan)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45745566843076,"sku":null,"price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/7638901_191.webp?v=1770549632"}],"url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/ja\/collections\/hanaire-flower-vase.oembed","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}