This is a chashaku tea scoop from Yatsuyanagi. A chashaku is a spoon-shaped tea utensil used in the tea ceremony to scoop matcha tea powder into a matcha bowl. It is one of the most important tea utensils, as it is said to reflect the values and personality of the tea ceremony practitioner.

The exterior is wrapped in cherry bark, while the interior is crafted from bamboo, giving the scoop both a refined aesthetic and a sturdy, lightweight feel. The simple, unadorned design allows you to appreciate the beauty of the cherry bark work itself.

The cherry trees used for Akita cherry bark work are mainly wild cherry trees from the Tohoku region, which grow in a harsh climate and are known for their beauty and durability. The cherry bark is carefully peeled from the trunk and left to dry in the shade for one to two years to remove moisture. Yatsuyanagi is committed to sustainable practices and the coexistence of nature and traditional crafts, and is actively involved in planting wild cherry trees on fallow land.