Katatsuki Chaire – Seto Glaze with Kaku Ryu Kinran Shifuku

This elegant Katatsuki Chaire (shouldered tea caddy) is handcrafted by ceramic artist Ryuji Nakagawa and finished with a traditional Seto glaze, a style of glazing that originated in the renowned pottery region of Seto, Japan. Seto ware is celebrated for its refined craftsmanship, warm character, and beautiful glazes, making it one of Japan's most respected ceramic traditions.

The Katatsuki is one of the classic shapes of tea caddies used in the Japanese tea ceremony. As its name suggests, it features well-defined "shoulders," a gently rounded body, and softly tapered top and base, creating a harmonious and well-balanced silhouette that has been admired by tea practitioners for centuries.

The tea caddy comes with a beautifully crafted Shifuku (protective silk pouch) made from 100% pure silk, and is presented in a traditional wooden storage box.

Details

• Material: Ceramic with traditional Seto glaze
• Shifuku: 100% Silk
• Artist: Ryuji Nakagawa
• Box: Paulownia wood box
• Lid: Synthetic resin lid

Shifuku Textile Designs： Kaku Ryu Kinran

Kakuryū Kinran is a traditional Japanese gold brocade featuring dragon motifs arranged in a regular grid of small squares and woven with flat gold threads (hirakinshi). In Japanese culture, the dragon has long been revered as a sacred mythical creature that ascends to the heavens, symbolizing authority, prosperity, and vitality. The orderly arrangement of the dragon motifs, combined with the brilliance of the gold threads, creates a refined and elegant pattern admired for its dignity and timeless beauty.

Please Note

• Because each tea caddy is handmade, the glaze, color, and surface pattern (known as the keshiki, or "landscape") will vary slightly, making every piece unique.
• Colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor or device settings.