Karmi Tawara Tea Canister

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

Each canister is carved from a single block of Mizume, a Japanese cherry birch, and finished with the traditional Sensuji technique—fine vertical stripes cut into the surface. The texture gives the canister its distinctive appearance while also providing a comfortable, non-slip grip in the hand.

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 warm presence of wood and the careful craftsmanship make this canister both practical and beautiful on the kitchen counter.

• Single-block Mizume construction — carved from one piece of Japanese cherry birch for durability and natural beauty
• Sensuji striped texture — a traditional technique that adds visual depth 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.