{"product_id":"602-bk-tb04-wood-craftsman-mr-kawashita-made-yakusugi-decorative-vase-with-handles-awa-kobu-jac-ybk-602-kz-04","title":"602-BK-TB04 Wood craftsman Mr. Kawashita made Yakusugi Decorative Vase with Handles Awa-Kobu JAC-YBK-602-KZ-04","description":"This is a Yakusugi Decorative Vase with Handles Awa-Kobu crafted by Wood craftsman Mr. Kawashita.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\nThis decorative vase is crafted from exceptionally rare \u003cstrong\u003eAwa-Kobu\u003c\/strong\u003e (bubble burl) Yakusugi material.\u003cbr\u003e\nOnly a limited amount of Awa-Kobu material is large enough to create a decorative vase of this size, making this an extremely rare and highly valuable piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/JAC-YBK-602-KZT-03-awakobu.jpg?v=1772152128\" alt=\"泡瘤\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\nThe true charm of \u003cstrong\u003eAwa-Kobu\u003c\/strong\u003e lies, above all, in the beauty of its patterns.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is characterized by naturally formed circular motifs and wood grain patterns, with countless small rounded shapes resembling bubbles rising on the surface of water.\u003cbr\u003e\nA “kobu” (burl) forms when a tree is damaged or undergoes abnormal growth, causing resin to accumulate and create a raised, knot-like formation. Among these, “Awa-Kobu” refers to a hard, bubble-like mass that swells like a balloon, typically forming on the trunk or near the base of the tree.\u003cbr\u003e\nAwa-Kobu is highly prized for its beauty and is used in fine, high-end woodcraft pieces.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe intricate Awa-Kobu patterns flowing across the sides are truly breathtaking.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is, in every sense, a decorative vase worthy of being called a masterpiece of beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n*One-of-a-kind item.\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please refer to the photos.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/JAC-YBK-602-KZT-03-kuro_caa7ff3b-f936-4f6b-9b88-db64a8f4947e.jpg?v=1772152128\" alt=\"泡瘤黒模様\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\n    \nThis exceptional piece showcases the refined craftsmanship of Wood craftsman Mr. Kawashita.\u003cbr\u003e\nIts form features sides vertically divided into eight sections, accented with ear-like handle designs that add a sense of elegance and presence.\u003cbr\u003e Crafted while preserving the wood’s natural character and texture, it highlights the inherent beauty of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\nDark, naturally formed recesses are etched into the sides, blending the raw beauty of nature with the unique character of Yakusugi. Depending on its orientation, the vase reveals a variety of expressive appearances.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith a height of approximately 51.5 cm and a weight of about 14.4 kg, this decorative vase possesses a substantial and dignified presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n*The bottom features a branded stamp with the name \"Yukinori Kawashita\", certifying his craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please check the photo images.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout Yakusugi(Yakushima Cedar) wood\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\nGo board made of Yakusugi (cedar) (over 1,500-year-old cedar trees grown on Yakushima Island, Japan), are so beautiful and graceful with their intricate and elaborate grain patterns that there are serious \"Yakusugi collectors\" all over the world.\u003cbr\u003e\nSince Yakushima Island has been registered as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, logging has been prohibited and the quantity of Yakusugi trees on the market is quite limited, making them extremely difficult to obtain.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/yakusugi-tate-02.jpg?v=1772151389\" alt=\"屋久杉\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\nThe color of Yakusugi (cedar) wood is reddish-brown.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a very beautiful wood with its unique aroma and intricate grain patterns including moku (figure) and kobu (burl).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e About Wood craftsman Mr. Yukinori Kawashita \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n\n\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/kawashita-02.jpg?v=1740553791\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/kawashita-02.jpg?v=1740553791\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood craftsman Mr. Yukinori Kawashita\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1958 : Born in Kagoshima Prefecture\u003cbr\u003e\n1998 : Began holding solo exhibitions at department stores nationwide\u003cbr\u003e\n2000 : Received the Miyazaki Prefectural Governor’s Award for Outstanding Skilled Workers\u003cbr\u003e\n2001 : Won the Newcomer’s Award at the 44th Shinkyo Art Exhibition\u003cbr\u003e\n       Selected for the Shinkyo Art Exhibition seven times\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e Specification\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n    \n    \n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWood craftsman Mr. Kawashita made Yakusugi Decorative Vase with Handles Awa-Kobu\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct No.：JAC-YBK-602-KZ-04\u003cbr\u003e\nSize：About 330 mm × 270 mm × Height About 515 mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight： Decorative Vase with Handles／About 14.4 kg, Total weight including outer paper box／About 16.7 kｇ\u003cbr\u003e\n*In a paper box\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \n    \n\u003cli\u003e1,000 JPY flat rate shipping within Japan, free shipping for purchases totaling 20,000 JPY or more.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNotice about Product\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 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