BEGW-609-05 Traditional craftsman Biei made Sakura [Cherry Tree] Go Bowls Moku Extra Large for size 30 - 35 Go stones GKSKM-MR35-608-01F

These Go bowls are crafted from exceptionally rare Cherry wood with beautiful Moku, making them extremely difficult to obtain.
The beautiful golden Moku reveals a variety of expressions depending on the angle from which it is viewed.

Cherry wood is known for its fine, smooth grain and its soft, slightly reddish tone.
It offers a smooth texture and a subtle natural luster, gradually deepening into a warm amber hue with continued use, developing a calm and mature character over time.
Though not flashy, it embodies natural beauty and warmth, harmonizing well with both Japanese and Western interiors.
The elegant curves unique to turned woodwork and the perfectly balanced fit of the lids reflect the careful craftsmanship of a seasoned artisan.
Combining practicality with beauty, these bowls gently enhance the atmosphere of your games.

There are several intergrown knots on the sides.
*Please refer to the photos for details.
*This Go Bowl is for Go stones up to size 35.

Soft and warm tones
Sakura has an attractive light pinkish color, which deepens with time and becomes more beautiful the more it is used.
It serves not only as a container for storing Go stones, but also as an elegant interior item that harmonizes well with Japanese spaces.

Beautiful wood grain
The grain of Sakura is characterized by a delicate and uniform pattern.
The design of this Go Bowl maximizes the natural grain of the wood, and its beauty will captivate you every time you use it.
The polished surface is shiny and smooth to the touch for a pleasant feel.

Durability
Sakura wood combines firmness and suppleness, making it durable enough to be used for a long time.

As a Go Bowl that combines beauty and practicality, it can be used with peace of mind for many years to come.

“Moku” (figured grain) refers to distinctive and decorative grain patterns that appear on the surface of wood.
Unlike ordinary straight grain or annual ring patterns, figured grain is created by irregular structural changes that occur naturally during a tree’s growth, and is often described as nature’s own artwork.
Representative types include tiger figure, blister figure, burl figure, and bird’s-eye figure—each displaying unique expressions such as stripe-like patterns, bubble-like textures, or complex formations created around burls.


Figured grain cannot be artificially reproduced. Because it results from natural and individual growth conditions, no two patterns are ever the same, allowing you to enjoy truly one-of-a-kind beauty.
Its appearance changes depending on the angle of light, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.
Due to its rarity and beauty, figured wood has long been prized for high-end furniture, musical instruments, tea utensils, and fine crafts. In the world of Go and Shogi, it is also used for boards, bowls, and piece boxes, adding special value to each item.
Figured grain, shaped by nature itself, brings unique character and refined elegance to wooden works.

Traditional Craftsman Biei was born in Gunma Prefecture into a family engaged in lathe-turned woodworking and has spent over 50 years studying and refining the techniques of lathe woodcraft.
Working daily with a wide variety of woods, he continues to produce high-quality Go bowls through skilled craftsmanship and careful attention to detail.

In recognition of his expertise in lathe woodcraft, he was certified as a “Traditional Craftsman” in 2000.

• Traditional craftsman Biei made Sakura/Cherry Tree Go Bowls Moku Extra Large for size 30 - 35 Go stones
  Product No.：GKSKM-MR35-608-01F
  Suitable Go stone size：size 30 - 35
  Size：Go Bowl / Diameter About 150 mm × Height About 105 mm
  Weight：Go Bowl / 1 About 740 g
  
• 1,000 JPY flat rate shipping within Japan, free shipping for purchases totaling 20,000 JPY or more.
  Please bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.
  

You may find small knots, burrs, rolled-in bark as all these products are made of natural trees.
There may be some small flaw or scratch, dent, chipping.