Sumu Woven Water Container Hanakirari each occupying a different layer

each occupying a different layer

The bowl is perfect for serving simmered nimono or hearty salads

offering a warm and distinctive charm as the pigments gently permeate the wood

The weave-patterned rims add to the clear and cool motif of this decorative celadon plate

The rich thickness of the bowl helps keep the freshly prepared matcha green tea warm

Sumu Woven Water Container Hanakirari each occupying a different layerThis glass vessel by artist Takeoka Kensuke is a mizusashi, or water container for the Japanese tea ceremony. Mizusashi plays a quiet yet essential role in holding fresh water and sustaining the rhythm of the tea ritual. The name Sumu comes from the Japanese for clear, pure, and lucid, evoking a sense of mental freshness and calm clarity. Drawing inspiration from the presence of traditional Japanese bamboo baskets, this piece explores the idea of