Wagtails at the Waterfall Natsume Matcha Container Okamemasa Kasui and shoji screens and ranma

and shoji screens and ranma (transoms) with geometric patterns are made in many parts of Japan

breaking like waves

Lacquered spoons are perfect for creating a traditional Japanese atmosphere at the table where Tofu

the design balances refined technique with a touch of whimsy

Wagtails at the Waterfall Natsume Matcha Container Okamemasa Kasui and shoji screens and ranmaWith wagtails along a clear stream and a waterfall framed by green maples, this natsume matcha container, crafted by maki e artist Hariya Masayuki, captures the beauty of Japans summer scenery in vivid detail. One bird rests on a rock while the other soars into the sky, completing a design that evokes clarity and vitality. Used to hold matcha powder when making usucha, thin matcha, this natsume adds a refreshing atmosphere to tea gatherings. Acrylic