A cute and convenient Genji basket set for outdoor tea ceremonies and picnics.
This set includes a Rikyu tea bowl, a small tea bowl, a resin tea caddy, a tea whisk, a bamboo tea whisk case, a tea cloth, a folding tea scoop, a kaishi paper, a sweets tray, and a furoshiki wrapping cloth, all of which fit neatly into a basket.
Since outdoor tea ceremonies require ease of movement and installation, the size of the basket is designed to be compact.
It's easy to prepare outdoors, and the set of tea utensils is included, so you can easily start practicing tea ceremony.
After use, you can store it in the basket and take it home clean.
This cute Genji basket set is convenient and easy to carry for outdoor tea ceremonies, picnics, etc. It includes a Rikyu tea bowl, a small tea bowl, a resin natto teacup, a bamboo tea whisk, a tea towel, a folding tea scoop, a kaishi paper, a sweets tray, and a furoshiki wrapping cloth, all of which fit neatly into the basket.
[Features of the Genji Basket Set]
①Basket design
Bamboo and rattan: Lightweight, durable, and breathable. The beautiful weave creates a Japanese aesthetic.
■Comes with a handle for easy carrying.
②Set contents
■Rikyu tea bowl: It has a relatively low and stable shape, and the mouth is wide, making it easy to prepare matcha.
■ Small bowl: A bowl that is smaller than a regular bowl and is used for specific occasions and purposes.
■Resin Sunhachi Natsume: This refers to a height of approximately 5.4 cm (1 sun 8 bu), making it a slightly smaller size for a natsume. Made of resin (plastic), it is lighter and more durable than wooden or lacquered natsume.
■ Chasen: A bamboo tool used to prepare matcha tea.
■Bamboo tea whisk container: A cylindrical tea utensil used to store and preserve the tea whisk.
■Tea cloth: Used to wipe off any water droplets or dirt remaining on the inside of the tea bowl when making matcha.
■Folding tea scoop: As the name suggests, the folding tea scoop can be folded and stored easily. By folding, the tea utensils do not take up much space when you are carrying them around, which is especially convenient for outdoor tea ceremonies, tea ceremonies while traveling, and business trips.
■Kaishi: Kaishi is used to wrap Japanese sweets when carrying them or when eating them, and can also be used as a mat to place the sweets on.
■Sweets tray: Used to neatly arrange Japanese sweets or to serve several types of Japanese sweets together.
■Furoshiki: Wrap and organize the necessary tools, such as the tea whisk, tea bowl, tea scoop, and kaishi paper, in a furoshiki. For outdoor tea ceremonies, it is common to wrap and carry tea utensils in a furoshiki.
The Genji basket set can also be used as an interior decoration or storage item outside of outdoor tea ceremonies. By storing small items and everyday items in the basket, you can bring a Japanese atmosphere into your daily life. The Genji basket set is perfect for outdoor tea ceremonies that harmonize with nature and enjoy tradition. It is the perfect companion for enjoying a relaxing moment while feeling the four seasons of Japan.
