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Negoro Lacquer Matcha Caddy

Time has polished what the hand had begun.

65,00€
Sélectionné au Japon par Léonard
Plus que 1 en stock, expédié depuis la France
Livraison offerte en France
Expédié sous 1 à 2 jours ouvrés
Retours sous 30 jours
Product description

There are objects that wear time like others wear jewelry. This Negoro lacquer natsume is one of them. Its deep vermilion red, worn down at contact points to reveal the original black lacquer beneath, tells a direct story of hands that have held it, lids lifted and replaced, and years—perhaps decades—of tea ceremonies.

The Negoro-nuri technique, born in the Negoro-ji Buddhist monastery in the 13th century, consists of applying several layers of black lacquer to wood, then covering them with red lacquer. With time and use, the red naturally wears away at friction points, revealing the black beneath. This is not a flaw: it is precisely this effect that tea enthusiasts and collectors seek, this jidai (the age that shines through) which gives the piece its unique and irreplaceable character.

The horizontal moldings of the body, the flared ring foot, the simple mushroom knob: everything here is classic, balanced, and designed to last. And it has lasted. Only one available, a piece that time has made even more beautiful than when it was born.

Craft and know-how
About this object

There are objects that wear time like others wear jewelry. This Negoro lacquer natsume is one of them. Its deep vermilion red, worn down at contact points to reveal the original black lacquer beneath, tells a direct story of hands that have held it, lids lifted and replaced, and years—perhaps decades—of tea ceremonies.

The Negoro-nuri technique, born in the Negoro-ji Buddhist monastery in the 13th century, consists of applying several layers of black lacquer to wood, then covering them with red lacquer. With time and use, the red naturally wears away at friction points, revealing the black beneath. This is not a flaw: it is precisely this effect that tea enthusiasts and collectors seek, this jidai (the age that shines through) which gives the piece its unique and irreplaceable character.

The horizontal moldings of the body, the flared ring foot, the simple mushroom knob: everything here is classic, balanced, and designed to last. And it has lasted. Only one available, a piece that time has made even more beautiful than when it was born.

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Features and care

Material: Turned wood, Negoro-nuri lacquer, vermilion red on a black background
Technique: Negoro-nuri, successive layers of black then red lacquer, authentic natural wear
Patina: Black lacquer visible in areas of friction, period scratches and chips
Shape: Spherical, bulbous body with horizontal moldings, flared ring base
Lid: Flat with a turned mushroom-shaped handle
Style: Japanese Buddhist lacquer, classic Negoro
Availability: ✦ Unique piece, 1 item only

Delivery and returns

Fast delivery

All our products are carefully stored in Paris and shipped within 1 to 2 business days.

Your order usually arrives within 48 hours in metropolitan France (Colissimo). Free shipping from €50.

No customs fees, no long wait: you enjoy Japanese quality with the speed of a local delivery.

30-day returns

You have 30 days from receipt to return an item. This period includes the 14-day legal withdrawal period.

For returns after 14 days, the item must be unused, unwashed, and in its original packaging. Return shipping costs are your responsibility, unless there is a defect or an error on our part.

Returns are to be arranged by email at leonard@dogou.fr.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the red lacquer show black in places?

This is the Negoro-nuri technique: several layers of black lacquer are covered with red lacquer, which wears naturally over time and reveals the black beneath.

Should this wear be restored?

No, the existing wear is part of the piece's quality; never try to restore or re-lacquer it.

How do I look after it?

Clean it only with a soft, dry cloth, never damp, and avoid direct heat, prolonged sunlight or sudden changes in humidity.

How to use it?

A natsume is a small Japanese tea container named after the jujube, whose shape it echoes. It holds matcha.
What it is for: it protects the powder from air and light and sits on the tea tray. It is also an object worth displaying.
Keep matcha in it, away from light, humidity and odours: it is a natsume.
Handle with care: old lacquer is sensitive to knocks and further scratches.
Clean only with a soft, dry cloth, never damp. Avoid direct heat, prolonged sun and sudden changes in humidity.
The existing wear is part of the piece's worth: never try to restore it or re-lacquer.
Idea: it also makes a lovely gift for someone discovering matcha.
Good to know: an opened matcha is best drunk within a few weeks, to keep its colour and aroma.

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