Wood craftsman Mr.Kawashita made Yakusugi Go Bowls Masamoku Extra Large size JAC-YBK-503-GK36-02

These Go bowls are "Yakusugi Go Bowls – Straight Grain (Masamoku)", created by wood craftsman Mr. Yukinori Kawashita.
They are designed to hold Go stones up to size 36.

These bowls are made from the straight-grain wood (masamoku) of Yakusugi (Yakushima cedar), sourced from a tree estimated to be approximately 1,500 years old.
As shown in the images, the wood features a finely aligned, beautifully straight grain, with subtle figuring that adds visual interest and depth.

Yakusugi, grown exclusively on Yakushima Island, has become one of Japan’s most highly prized timbers.
Since being designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, logging of Yakusugi has been strictly prohibited, making new material acquisition extremely difficult.
Its intricate and delicate grain patterns offer a timeless beauty and sense of refinement, attracting dedicated collectors from around the world.
While Yakusugi is widely known for its use in luxury furniture and interior décor, its exceptional beauty and rarity also make it a highly valued material for crafting Go bowls.

This is a one-of-a-kind item.
Please refer to the photos for details.