GATOMIKIO Red Yamanaka Lacquerware Oryoki Bowl Set

This is a set of bowls called oryoki by GATOMIKIO, finished with red wipe-lacquer that accentuates the natural beauty of the wood grain. The matte texture gives it a modern, understated look.

Founded in 1908 as a woodworking shop in Yamanaka Onsen, Ishikawa Prefecture, GATO MIKIO SHOTEN is a renowned Yamanaka lacquerware brand that specializes in advanced woodturning techniques. Their products are not overly glamorous, but they blend seamlessly into modern life.

Oryoki is a functional set of bowls designed to minimize waste in daily life, a key practice in Zen Buddhism. It has gained attention for its easy-to-use, functional, and minimalist design, making it an ideal addition to modern tables.

The set is designed to stack perfectly, with smaller bowls fitting neatly inside the larger ones, allowing for compact storage and easy portability.

One of oryoki's key features is its compactness—no matter how many bowls are in the set, they all nest within the largest bowl, making storage effortless, even with a six-layer set.

Another advantage is its durability. Made from wood and crafted in Japan, this oryoki set is resistant to breakage, even if dropped. The lacquer coating protects it from scratches and deterioration, ensuring longevity. Originally designed for Buddhist practitioners to use throughout their lives, it is equally durable for home use.

In addition, the oryoki set is highly practical as tableware: a single set can provide all the necessary dishes for one person, simplifying meal preparation.

This particular oryoki set is made from zelkova wood and finished with lacquer, following the traditional Yamanaka lacquerware techniques. The wipe-lacquer finish maintains the natural beauty of the woodgrain, and the minimalist design emphasizes its simplicity.

Since this set involves multiple nested bowls, each one requires precise woodworking to ensure a perfect fit. The woodgrain is an important feature of this product, so only the most skilled craftsmen among Yamanaka lacquerware artisans handle its production.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Quantity: Set of 6 bowls
• 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