GATOMIKIO Black Yamanaka Lacquerware Oryoki Bowl Set
Founded in 1908 as a woodworking shop in Yamanaka Onsen (hot springs), Ishikawa Prefecture, GATO MIKIO SHOTEN is a Yamanaka lacquerware brand known for utilizing advanced woodturning techniques. Their products are not overly glamorous but blend seamlessly into modern life.
Oryoki is a functional set of bowls designed to minimize waste in daily life, based on Zen Buddhist practices. It has been gaining attention for its ease of use, functionality, and minimalist design, making it ideal for contemporary dining.
The bowls are designed to stack neatly, with smaller bowls fitting inside the larger one for compact storage and easy portability.
One of the key charms of oryoki is its space-saving design. All the bowls nest inside the largest one, so even a six-layer set is easy to store without taking up much space.
Another benefit is its durability. Made in Japan from wood, oryoki is sturdy and resistant to breaking, even if dropped. Its lacquer coating protects against scratches and deterioration. Originally created for lifelong use by Buddhist practitioners, it is equally long-lasting for home use.
In addition, oryoki sets are practical as tableware: one set provides all the dishes needed for a meal, simplifying meal preparation.
This particular oryoki set is made from zelkova wood and finished with lacquer, following traditional Yamanaka lacquerware techniques. The wipe-lacquer finish preserves the natural woodgrain, contributing to its simple, minimalist aesthetic.
Since this set consists of multiple nested bowls, each piece requires precise craftsmanship to ensure a perfect fit. The woodgrain is a central feature of the design, so only the most skilled craftsmen in Yamanaka lacquerware are entrusted with its production.
PRODUCT DETAIL
- Quantity: Set of 6 bowls
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Dimension: [Set] D 14.5 cm (5.7 in) x H 7.2 cm (2.8 in)/
[Each Bowl (small to large)] D 8.8 cm (3.5 in) x H 2 cm (0.8 in), D 9.5 cm (3.7 in) x H 2.6 cm (1 in), 10.2 cm (4 in) x H 3.6 cm (1.4 in), D 11 cm (4.3 in) x H 4.6 cm (1.8 in), D 11.8 cm (4.6 in) x H 5.7 cm (2.4 in), D 14.5 cm (5.7 in) x H 7.2 cm (2.8 in) - Material: Zelkova Wood
- Coating: Lacquer
- Origin: Made in Japan - Yamanaka Lacquerware
- Brand: GATOMIKIO
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ABOUT GATO MIKIO
GATO MIKIO was founded in 1908 as Gado Woodworks in Yamanaka Onsen, Ishikawa Prefecture, the town of the potter's wheel.
They inherited the philosophy of the woodworkers who used the wheel to carve wood to make bowls, trays, and other woodwork, and have always valued the beautiful grain of the wood and the perfection of the carefully ground wood.
And they have made many lacquer ware products with a focus on the perfection of the wood.
Precision of their woodwork
The reason why their products attract people is because they combine the traditional techniques of Yamanaka lacquerware with a modern sensibility in their designs.
The beauty of their lacquerware will continue to grow with time, and will not fade over decades.
about yamanaka lacquerware
Yamanaka lacquerware is produced in the Yamanaka Onsen area of Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and has a history of about 400 years.
The traditional techniques of Yamanaka lacquerware were highly evaluated and became known throughout Japan, despite a period of temporary interruption.
It is characterized by the use of wood grain patterns to express a natural texture, and is made with great attention to detail.
It was designated as a traditional craft by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry in 1975.
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CanadaSimply Stunning
The bowls are beautiful and so well made. Very happy with the purchase!
MUSUBI KILN
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United StatesStunning
These bowls are so finely made that it’s hard to believe the quality. As a Buddhist practitioner I will use them the rest of my life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart
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