{"product_id":"wood-craftsman-mr-kawashita-made-yakusugi-go-bowls-premium-burl-grain-super-extra-large-size-jac-ybk-502-gk34-01","title":"607-BK-GK05 Wood craftsman Mr.Kawashita made Yakusugi Go Bowls Premium Burl Grain Super Extra Large size GK-YKS-BK507-GK42-01 *Off-spec","description":"This Go bowl is Wood craftsman Mr.Kawashita made Yakusugi Go Bowls Premium Burl Grain \u003cspan style=\"color: #e25041;\"\u003e*Off-spec\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Go bowl is an exceptionally rare and beautiful piece, featuring “moku” — a distinctive figured grain that shimmers elegantly when viewed from different angles.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe shape of this Go bowl preserves the natural form and texture of the original material, embodying what can be called a “design of nature.”\u003cbr\u003e\nElements that would normally be considered imperfections—such as gouges, dents, holes, or dark streaks in the wood—combine to create an overwhelming sculptural beauty, making this a truly one-of-a-kind piece.\u003cbr\u003e\nMajestic, awe-inspiring, and imbued with both divine grace and mysterious intensity, this Go bowl truly deserves to be 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\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    \nThis Go bowl set is crafted from Yakusugi cedar wood estimated to be around 3,000 years old, featuring beautifully figured grain (moku).\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat would normally be considered imperfections—such as gouges, dents, holes, or dark streaks in the wood—together create an overwhelming sculptural beauty, making this a truly one-of-a-kind piece.\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth the lids and the bowls themselves are made slightly thicker to fully showcase the natural character of the Yakusugi material.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are several filled spots on the back side of one of the lids.\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are several closed cracks and natural stains on the side of one of the bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\n*The bottom of each bowl is branded with the mark of the craftsman: “川下幸徳 (Yukinori Kawashita).”\u003cbr\u003e\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 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\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWood craftsman Mr.Kawashita made Yakusugi Go Bowls Premium Burl Grain Super Extra Large size 1 pair \u003cspan style=\"color: #e25041;\"\u003e*Off-spec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct No.：GK-YKS-BK507-GK42-01\u003cbr\u003e\n*This is a one-of-a-kind item.\u003cbr\u003e\nSuitable Go stone for size：up to Size 42\u003cbr\u003e\nSize：Outer Diameter Height About 122 mm × Diameter About 180 mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight：About 1.0 kg\u003cbr\u003e\n*In a paper box\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    \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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