Kakunodate, a town in Akita prefecture at the northern end of Honshu, has been known for crafting beautiful and resilient objects from wild cherry bark since the late 18th century—a process called kabazaiku. Towards the end of the Edo period, local samurai began taking up the craft to make ends meet as the role of warriors waned in the rapidly modernizing culture.
Elevate your tea ritual with this canister by Denshiro, a company that has been handcrafting high-quality kabazaiku products in Akita since 1851. Every surface, inside and out, is carefully covered with the gleaming cherry bark. Pairs beautifully with the cherry bark tea scoop, sold separately.
Made by Denshiro in Akita, Japan
Wood coated with wild cherry bark
4 7/8" x 3 3/8"
Handwash and dry immediately, if needed
