{"product_id":"nasu-chaire-with-pure-silk-oshidori-karakusa-shifuku-koicha-matcha-caddy","title":"Nasu Chaire with Pure Silk Oshidori Karakusa Shifuku – Koicha Matcha Caddy","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNasu-gata Cha-ire with Pure Silk Oshidori Karakusa Shifuku\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined Japanese Nasu-gata Cha-ire (茄子形茶入) accompanied by a shoken (正絹, pure silk) shifuku featuring the traditional Oshidori Karakusa-mon (鴛鴦唐草文) design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNasu-gata – A Classical Cha-ire Form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNasu-gata (茄子形)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional cha-ire form named for its resemblance to the softly rounded shape of a Japanese eggplant (\u003cem\u003enasu\u003c\/em\u003e). Its compact body, gentle curves, and balanced proportions give the vessel an elegant and distinctive presence in the tea room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003echa-ire (茶入)\u003c\/strong\u003e is traditionally used to hold matcha for the preparation of \u003cstrong\u003ekoicha (thick tea)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Within Chanoyu, the cha-ire is an important utensil, appreciated not only for its function but also for its form, glaze, lid, and accompanying shifuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePure Silk Oshidori Karakusa Shifuku\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying \u003cstrong\u003eshifuku (仕覆)\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from \u003cstrong\u003eshoken (正絹), or pure silk\u003c\/strong\u003e, and features an elegant \u003cstrong\u003eOshidori Karakusa-mon (鴛鴦唐草文)\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern combining mandarin ducks with flowing arabesque vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOshidori (鴛鴦), or mandarin ducks\u003c\/strong\u003e, are traditionally depicted in pairs and have long symbolized \u003cstrong\u003eharmonious partnership, enduring affection, and marital happiness\u003c\/strong\u003e in Japanese decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ekarakusa (唐草)\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern consists of gracefully scrolling vines that appear to continue without end. Their continuous growth has made karakusa an auspicious symbol of \u003cstrong\u003evitality, continuity, and lasting prosperity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the paired oshidori and flowing karakusa create a richly symbolic design expressing harmony, enduring bonds, and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chanoyu, the shifuku is more than simply a protective pouch for the cha-ire. Its textile, pattern, color, and cord are thoughtfully appreciated as part of the complete presentation of the utensil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the classical Nasu-gata form and beautifully patterned pure silk shifuku makes this cha-ire an elegant choice for \u003cstrong\u003ekoicha, chakai, and formal Chanoyu settings\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as a meaningful gift for a wedding, anniversary, or other celebratory occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Cha-ire (茶入)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm: Nasu-gata (茄子形) – Eggplant Form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse: Koicha \/ Thick Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes: Shifuku (仕覆)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShifuku Material: Shoken (正絹) – Pure Silk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShifuku Pattern: Oshidori Karakusa-mon (鴛鴦唐草文)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotif: Mandarin Ducks \u0026amp; Arabesque Vines\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":"Japanese Artisan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46479340765380,"sku":"8. 茄子 正絹　鴛鴦唐草文","price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9409\/7604\/files\/6a6e835c9d5b5949ea91451a8e66d6dc.jpg?v=1785793524","url":"https:\/\/narateacompany.com\/ja\/products\/nasu-chaire-with-pure-silk-oshidori-karakusa-shifuku-koicha-matcha-caddy","provider":"Nara Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}