Round Lacquered Ramen Spoon MAKER_Kokuzou Kiln allowing the glaze’s subtle textures

allowing the glaze’s subtle textures to emerge

A brilliant phoenix soars through trailing clouds

With the camellia motif placed to one side

and you glimpse an entire universe: within the small

A variety of desserts packed inside this food box would be eye-catching item on your table when hosting a party

Round Lacquered Ramen Spoon MAKER_Kokuzou Kiln allowing the glaze’s subtle texturesCrafted from natural jujube wood, this rounded ramen spoon feels warm in the hand and smooth at the lips. The piece is finished with two coats of urushi, each separated by careful polishing. The finish uses traditional techniques that differ depending on the color of the spoon. The red spoon employs negoro nuri, which applies black first and then red on top, allowing the upper red to wear gently with use so the black beneath begins to show. The black