'Tanka' Kura Warehouse Kogo tenmoku kusenaoshi Wajima lacquerware commands high prices

Wajima lacquerware commands high prices so purchases are usually reserved for special occasions such as weddings and anniversaries

and are used for outdoor tea ceremonies

They are wheel-thrown and the front and interior of each cup is decorated with dainty sakura cherry blossoms over a light coloured base

Therefore it is possible to smudge or wipe off the paintwork on the older type so take care when cleaning them

'Tanka' Kura Warehouse Kogo tenmoku kusenaoshi Wajima lacquerware commands high prices*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a splendid kogo made around 20 years ago by Tanka. It is moulded to resemble an old kura warehouse, and hand painted with matte gesso. Its ample in size and suitable for holding both woodchip and kneaded incense, although pottery kogo are typically used for kneaded incense during the cooler months. It comes with its