TSUMUGI KINEGATA Miso Soup Bowl
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This soup bowl, named KINEGATA, is designed in the shape of a pestle, symbolizing celebration and good fortune, following the Japanese tradition of pounding rice cakes during auspicious occasions.
It is perfectly suited for serving a moderate portion of rice or miso soup.
Crafted from zelkova wood, it boasts a moderate hardness and beautiful grain, features that are well-known and cherished in Japanese daily life.
All GATOMIKIO products are made using a woodturning technique called kijibiki, in which logs are carved into products while being rotated on a lathe.
DETAILS
| Quantity | １ |
| Size | D 10.9 cm (4.2 in) x H 7.4 cm (2.9 in) |
| Capacity | 200ml (6.8fl oz) |
| Weight | 82g (2.9oz) |
| Material | Wood |
| Microwave | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
Maker / Brand
GATOMIKIO is a brand name of company GATO MIKIO SHOUTEN, a specialist in Japanese woodworking techniques. They are especially skilled in bringing out the beauty that only natural wood grain can have. Their concentric-circle carving results in striking silhouettes.
Never compromising on quality of materials, precision of wood turning, or clarity of lacquer, GATOMIKIO creates pieces that are at once elegant, long-lasting, and functional.
GATO MIKIO SHOUTEN was originally founded as Gato Sawmill in 1908 in Yamanaka Onsen, a town famous for wood turning. Following the spirit of the original wood turners, they continue to aspire to woodworking perfection, with pieces completed individually by craftspeople.
Crafts
Yamanaka lacquerware, produced in the Yamanaka Onsen district of Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, has a proud history of more than 450 years. It is characterized by the harmony of natural wood grain and the refined maki-e technique, where gold, silver, or colored powders are delicately sprinkled to create elegant patterns.
Yamanaka lacquerware is crafted into a wide variety of items including chopsticks, bowls, plates, trays, spoons, ladles, and natsume tea caddies. It is known for being lightweight, durable, and beautifully refined. Traditional black and vermilion lacquer finishes are often used.
Yamanaka lacquerware continues to evolve, blending timeless tradition with modern aesthetics to suit contemporary lifestyles.
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Soup Bowls
Japanese soup bowls, sized to rest comfortably in your hand, can be sipped from directly or paired with chopsticks or spoons. Whether enjoying hearty miso soup or delicate Japanese clear soup, the warm, nutritious broth aids digestion and enriches your meal. Choose from materials like wood or porcelain to curate the perfect atmosphere at your table.
Guide to Japanese Bowls
