Yoshita Kasho Ogata Korin Streams Glass Natsume Matcha Container

The Yoshita Kasho Glass Natsume Matcha Container features the Korin Streams motif, inspired by the renowned Rinpa school painter Ogata Korin. This design beautifully captures the fluidity and grace of water, a signature element in Korin's art.

The water lines are intricately painted with black lacquer, each stroke delicately detailed and highlighted with silver powder, creating a fascinating effect. The depiction of bubbles is masterfully achieved through the inlay of mother-of-pearl shells, adding an element of sophistication.

The lid, crafted from keyaki "zelkova" wood and finished using the fukiurushi "wiped lacquer" technique, complements the glass body, enhancing its overall charm and elegance.

Designed for durability, the gold leaf is protected by a glass layer, making it resistant to scratches and suitable for everyday use. Unlike typical glassware used mainly in summer, this tea caddy's comprehensive decoration allows it to be a delightful addition to tea sessions in any season.

The thickness of the glass enhances the brilliance of the gold and silver foil, contrasting beautifully with the green of the matcha, offering a unique aesthetic experience. This tea caddy has gained popularity as an innovative alternative in tea ceremonies, blending modernity with the timeless elegance of Japanese tea culture.

Yoshita Kasho is a lacquer painting company in Ishikawa Prefecture, highly renowned in Japan for their tableware crafts using lacquer and innovative designs. Their products are unique and modern in their application of lacquer painting on glassware. Their designs employ glass, gold, silver and limpet shells, forever aspiring to explore unprecedented creations in lacquerware.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Dimension:  D 7 cm (2.8 in) x H 8.2 cm (3.2 in)
• Box: 11.5 cm (4.5 in) x 11.5 cm (4.5 in) x H 12.5 cm (4.9 in)
  
• Material: Glass
• Coating: Lacquer 
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Brand: Yoshita Kasho