Setchū-chiku Shoha Kobukusa

雪中竹紹巴 古帛紗 紺

This kobukusa is made from Shoha silk, featuring the Setchū-chiku (snow-covered bamboo) motif in a deep navy tone.

In Japanese aesthetics, bamboo symbolizes resilience and integrity, while snow evokes purity and stillness. Together, the image of bamboo standing quietly in snow expresses strength within calmness and the beauty of winter.

The rich navy color enhances the quiet elegance of the design, offering a refined and composed presence in the tea setting.

Crafted from Shoha silk, known for its smooth texture and subtle sheen, this kobukusa is well suited for formal tea practice as well as seasonal use during the winter months.

■ About Yuko Tsuchida

Yuko Tsuchida is one of the distinguished artisan families of the Senke Jisshoku—the ten traditional craft lineages serving the three main schools of Japanese tea ceremony.

The Tsuchida family specializes in the making of fukusa and kobukusa—silk textiles used in tea practice—preserving techniques and aesthetics that have been refined in Kyoto over generations.

As the 13th-generation head of this lineage, Yuko Tsuchida continues to uphold a long-standing tradition while bringing a quiet sense of refinement to each piece. Their work is highly regarded in the tea world for its balance of functionality, formality, and understated beauty.

Each textile reflects the essential values of chanoyu, where even the smallest detail carries meaning and intention.