Kitchen & Dining TORTOISE-yellow paper Gato | Gato Mikio Karmi Tea Canisters

Description:
These Modern Tea Canisters Are Made From A Single Piece Of Japanese Cherry Birch Using The Skilled Wood-Turning Techniques Of Yamanaka, Ishikawa Prefecture. Winner Of Numerous Design Awards Including The Good Design Award And German Design Plus Award, These Airtight Canister Also Feature The World Renowned Lacquer Artistry Of This Region. A Natural Work Of Art That Invites You To Enjoy Your Tea With Quiet And Peaceful Appreciation.

Variation:
Wood Is A Natural Material So There Is Always Natural Variation In The Grain, Color And Texture. All Of These Characteristics Are A Sign Of The Wood’S Inherent Beauty.

History:
Gato Mikio Is A Family Owned Woodworking House With Over 100 Years Of History. Founded By Woodworker, Komakichi Gato, In 1908 In Yamanaka-City, Gato Mikio Is Part Of The Rich And Renowned Woodworking And Lacquerware Tradition Of This Region. With Products That Are All Meticulously Carved By Hand Using Traditional Techniques That Are Centuries Old, Their ‘Kashokubuki” Wood Carving Techniques Form Decorative Patterns That Can Only Be Achieved By The Specialized Craftsmen From This Specific Area.