Karmi Kama Tea Canister

The Karmi Kama Tea Canister is crafted by Gato Mikio Shoten, a woodworking house founded in 1908 in Ishikawa Prefecture and known for its refined Yamanaka lacquerware.

Carved from a single block of Mizume, a Japanese cherry birch, the Kama features the traditional Sensuji technique—fine vertical stripes cut into the surface. This careful woodworking creates a subtle texture that adds visual depth while also providing a comfortable grip when opening the canister.

Inside the canister is a fitted inner lid that sits snugly against the walls of the container. This traditional double-lid design helps limit air and humidity, preserving the aroma and freshness of tea leaves, coffee beans, or matcha powder.

The result is a storage container that feels calm and refined on the kitchen counter while quietly protecting what is inside.

• Single-block Mizume construction — carved from one piece of Japanese cherry birch for durability and natural beauty
• Sensuji striped texture — a traditional woodworking technique that adds visual detail and a secure grip
  
• Fitted inner lid — helps limit air and moisture to preserve freshness
• Crafted by Gato Mikio Shoten — a family workshop established in 1908 in Ishikawa Prefecture
• Yamanaka lacquerware tradition — part of one of Japan's most respected woodworking cultures

Finishes

• Soji (Naked)
  A natural finish that highlights the grain and character of the wood.
• Fuki (Butterbur)
  A soft earthy tone with quiet warmth.
• Sumi (Black)
  A deep matte black inspired by traditional sumi ink.

A beautifully made container for tea leaves, coffee beans, or matcha powder—designed to be used and appreciated every day.