{"product_id":"wood-craftsman-mr-kawashita-made-yakusugi-go-bowls-premium-burl-grain-super-extra-large-size-gk-yks-bk510-gk42-01","title":"Wood craftsman Mr. Kawashita made Yakusugi Go Bowls Premium Burl Grain Super Extra Large size GK-YKS-BK510-GK42-01","description":"These Go bowls are \"Yakusugi Go Bowls – Premium Burl Grain\", created by wood craftsman Mr. Yukinori Kawashita.\u003cbr\u003e\nThey are designed to hold Go stones up to size 42.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThese Go bowls are made from Yakusugi burl (abura-kobu)—a rare part of Yakusugi (Yakushima cedar) estimated to be approximately 3,000 years old.\u003cbr\u003e\nA burl (kobu) is a naturally formed swelling on a tree, developed when the tree undergoes stress, injury, or unusual growth, causing resin to accumulate.\nThe term abura-kobu refers to burls rich in resin and oils.\u003cbr\u003e\nAmong Yakusugi materials, burl wood is especially prized for its striking appearance and is often used in high-end woodworking.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis particular burl also features \"moku\" (figuring)—a shimmering grain pattern that appears to shift and glisten depending on the viewing angle.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe combination of shimmering stripes and intricate grain makes this a truly exceptional and rare Go bowl set.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe shape of each bowl is a natural design, crafted to preserve the original form and texture of the material.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat would normally be considered imperfections—such as indentations, hollows, holes, or dark coloration—become striking aesthetic elements that highlight the raw and powerful beauty of the wood.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe result is a one-of-a-kind work of art—solemn, awe-inspiring, and almost otherworldly—worthy of being called a “masterpiece of beauty.”\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSince Yakusugi trees are now protected as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage, logging has been prohibited, and acquiring new Yakusugi timber is extremely difficult.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs a result, Yakusugi is considered one of the most valuable and rare woods in Japan. Its rich, complex grain and dignified appearance have captivated collectors around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhile Yakusugi is widely used for fine furniture and décor, its unique beauty and rarity also make it highly sought-after for Go bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is a one-of-a-kind item.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease refer to the photos for details.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #e25041;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e◎You can watch a video of this Go bowl set.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is available in the image gallery, so please be sure to take a look.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\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\u003e Details\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    \nThese Go bowls are crafted from the \u003cstrong\u003eoil burl\u003c\/strong\u003e of Yakusugi (Yakushima cedar), a richly resinous and exceptionally rare wood sourced from trees estimated to be around 3,000 years old.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat might normally be considered flaws—such as gouges, dents, holes, and dark coloration—have instead become elements of overwhelming natural beauty, giving rise to the truly one-of-a-kind Go Bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe bowls are exceptionally heavy, weighing approximately 1.2 kg and 1.2 kg, which is about 1.0 kg heavier than typical Yakusugi Go bowls, adding to their remarkable presence and gravitas.\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth the lids and bowls have been crafted with slightly thicker walls to emphasize and preserve the natural qualities of the Yakusugi wood.\u003cbr\u003e\n*The bottom of each bowl is branded with the mark of the craftsman: “川下幸徳 (Yukinori Kawashita).”\nPlease refer to the photos for more details.\u003cbr\u003e\n*These bowls can accommodate Go stones up to size 42.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #e25041;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs Yakusugi contains a high amount of natural oil and resin, please avoid storing Go stones inside the bowls for extended periods, as the resin may seep out over time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\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 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\nSelected for the Shinkyo Art Exhibition seven times\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\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\" 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