Japanese Traditional Tea Caddy — 総皮茶筒
Handcrafted in Japan using traditional techniques, this 総皮茶筒 (Sōkawa Chazutsu) is made entirely with natural tree bark, fully hand-crafted by skilled master. The natural material gives each piece its own subtle color, texture and character.
One of the defining features of a traditional Japanese tea caddy is its precisely fitted inner lid. The lid is carefully crafted to fit closely, helping to protect the tea from moisture, air, light and unwanted odors. This makes it particularly well suited for storing fine teas, including Sencha, Gyokuro and Hojicha, and any other teas.
Beyond its practical function, the natural bark develops a deeper and more refined appearance with use. Each tea caddy is therefore not only a tea-storage container, but also a piece of Japanese craftsmanship that can be enjoyed for many years.
Because natural bark is used and each piece is individually crafted, subtle differences in colour, grain and texture are to be expected. These natural variations make every tea caddy unique.
Origin : Tokoname, Japan
Material : Natural Japanese Sakura tree bark
Dimension : Approximately diameter 8.3cm x height 12cm
Capacity Approximately 150g of tea, based on Japanese Sencha.
Please note that the actual capacity may vary depending on the type and shape of the tea leaves.
Packaging : One piece, packed in a paper box
* Made from natural Sakura tree bark from Japan, each piece is individually handmade, giving it a unique and natural character. The colour is the original, untreated colour of the Sakura wood, with subtle variations in tone and texture.
* As every piece is handmade from natural material, slight differences in colour, grain and appearance are to be expected. These natural variations are part of the charm of the product and make each piece unique.
* Please also note that the actual colour may appear slightly different from the images shown on your screen, depending on your monitor or device settings and display resolution.