{"product_id":"urushi-wood-go-bowls-figured-gauge-40-kaishi","title":"602-TWC-KS-15 Urushi (Japanese lacquer tree) Go Bowls for size 34 - 40 Go stones GKWRM-SB40-601-01","description":"This is a pair of extra-large Urushi (Japanese lacquer tree) Go bowls with figured grain (moku) crafted by Wood craftsman Kai-shi, designed for Go stones up to size 40.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThese Go bowls are made from urushi (lacquer tree) wood, a very rare material for Go bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\nUrushi wood Go bowls are seldom found on the market and are considered highly uncommon pieces.\u003cbr\u003e\nThey feature a soft natural wood character and a beautiful, gently yellow-toned color.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a one-of-a-kind item.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe sides of the bowls show attractive figured grain (“moku”).\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are scratches on one lid and on the rim of one bowl.\u003cbr\u003e\n*The base is branded with the “Kai-shi” mark.\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please refer to the photos for details.\u003cbr\u003e\n*This Go Bowl is for Go stones up to size 40.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #e25041;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e◎You can watch a video of Making Go bowls by wood craftsman \"Kai-shi（懐志）\".\u003cbr\u003e\n*Japanese and English version videos are available in the image gallery.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease take a look.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAbout Urushi (Japanese lacquer tree) wood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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 src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/urushi-40.jpg?v=1770879153\" alt=\"Urushi wood size 40\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics of Urushi (lacquer tree) wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis material features a bright, strongly yellow-toned color and clearly defined grain, with relatively little color change over time.\u003cbr\u003e\nSome people worry that urushi may cause skin irritation, but once the wood is fully dried, it does not cause rash in normal use.\u003cbr\u003e\nHowever, those with very sensitive skin may prefer to avoid direct contact as a precaution.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin of the name “Urushi”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are several theories about the origin of the name “urushi,” including derivations meaning “dripping sap” (referring to the resin that seeps out when the trunk is cut), “coating sap,” or a phrase meaning “beautiful tree,” referring to its attractive autumn foliage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses of Urushi wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is used in items such as yosegi (parquet-style) woodcraft that highlight the natural color of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause it resists decay even when exposed to seawater, it was historically used for fishing net floats.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is also often used in furniture and interior fittings where the natural color of the wood is showcased.\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 class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e About “Moku” (Figured Grain)\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“Moku” (figured grain) refers to distinctive, decorative grain patterns that appear on the surface of wood.\u003cbr\u003e\nUnlike ordinary straight grain or annual ring patterns, figured grain is created by irregular changes in the wood’s structure that occur naturally during growth, and is often described as nature’s own artwork.\u003cbr\u003e\nCommon types of figured grain include tiger figure, blister figure, burl figure, and bird’s-eye figure, each showing unique expressions such as stripe-like patterns, bubble-like clusters, or complex swirls formed around knots and burls.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/moku-01.jpg?v=1770626517\" alt=\"Moku figured grain\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause figured grain cannot be artificially reproduced and results from natural, individual growth conditions, no two patterns are exactly alike, allowing you to enjoy truly one-of-a-kind beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\nAnother appealing feature is how its appearance changes depending on the angle of light, creating a sense of depth and movement.\u003cbr\u003e\nDue to its rarity and visual richness, 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nFigured grain, shaped by nature itself, brings unique character and refined elegance to wooden works.\u003cbr\u003e\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 aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003eWhat is \"Kai-shi（懐志）\" ?\u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\" span=\"\"\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 src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/kaishi-shibata-01.jpg?v=1770613876\" alt=\"懐志\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n    \n\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b19ac;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-established business founded in Kansei Era (around 1790)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Kai-shi (懐志)\", a long-established woodworking company, was founded in the Kansei era (around 1790).\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen the company was first established, it made trays, wooden plates, and other tableware, but later, when it was commissioned to make Go bowls, it became a woodworking company specializing in Go bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/kaishi-kokuin-01.jpg?v=1725861631\" alt=\"懐志刻印\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n    \nThe word \"Kai-shi (懐志)\" expresses their desire to \"never forget the techniques handed down from generation to generation and our sincere efforts to make Go bowls, and to carve our thoughts into our own bosom with high aspirations.\"\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrently, the fourth generation of the family, who has devoted 65 years of his life to making Go bowls, is devoting himself to making Go bowls every day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe essence of \"Kai-shi (懐志)\" 4th generation's Go bowls making is to maximize the beauty of the material, wood, and to create Go bowls that combine practicality and artistry.\u003cbr\u003e\nFacing each material one by one and checking the feel of it in their fingertips and palms, they transform the wood into a Go bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd the proof of this is the engraving of \"Kai-shi (懐志)\" on the bottom of the Go bowls.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n    \n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/kaishi-tools-01.jpg?v=1770614178\" alt=\"懐志道具\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n    \nAll the tools for making Go bowls are handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\nAll necessary tools are customize.\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\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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrushi (Japanese lacquer tree) Go Bowls for size 34 - 40 Go stones\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct No.：GKWRM-SB40-601-01\u003cbr\u003e\nConformity Go stone for size：size 34 - 40\u003cbr\u003e\nSize：Go Bowl \/ Diameter About 160 mm × Height About 113 mm\u003cbr\u003e\nOuter box size: approx. 330 × 180 × 120 mm (H × W × D)\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight：Go Bowls \/ 1 pair About 550 g\u003cbr\u003e\nTotal Weight \/ About 800 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\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 \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003eYou may find small knots, burrs, rolled-in bark as all these products are made of natural wood materials.\nThere may be some small flaw or scratch, dent, chipping. \u003cbr\u003e\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","brand":"kurokigoishiten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47337244852387,"sku":null,"price":72000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/GKWRM-SB40-601-01-00.jpg?v=1770940541","url":"https:\/\/kurokigoishiten.com\/en\/products\/urushi-wood-go-bowls-figured-gauge-40-kaishi","provider":"kurokigoishiten","version":"1.0","type":"link"}