{"title":"Takanochikko","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bamboo-cup-wiped-lacquer-pine-soot-finish","title":"Bamboo cup - wiped lacquer pine soot finish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese bamboo cups are handmade by Takanochikko 高野竹工 in Kyoto, a workshop renowned for refined bamboo kōgei (craft). A section of bamboo is carefully cut, shaped and sanded, then finished with fuki‑urushi 拭き漆 (wiped lacquer), using pine soot to create a deep, smoky tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuki‑urushi allows the natural bamboo grain to remain visible while protecting the surface with layers of lacquer. The result is a cup that is extremely light yet robust, with a soft sheen rather than a heavy gloss. Sold as a pair, they work for sake, shōchū, tea or even small desserts, and gradually develop a richer patina with use. A quiet example of Kyoto’s sensibility for natural materials and understated finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takanochikko 高野竹工","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928670269783,"sku":"CUG-LAC-TKC-001-","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC03312-2.jpg?v=1774536330"},{"product_id":"bamboo-cup-wiped-lacquer-unfinished-wood-finish","title":"Bamboo cup - wiped lacquer, natural finish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pair of handmade bamboo cups from Takanochikko 高野竹工 highlights the beauty of raw bamboo with a light fuki‑urushi 拭き漆 (wiped lacquer) finish that keeps the colour close to unfinished wood. The workshop specialises in elegant bamboo utensils and tea tools, drawing on Kyoto’s long history of tea implements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin bamboo walls are shaped and smoothed, then wiped with translucent lacquer to seal and strengthen the surface while leaving the grain and nodes clearly visible. The cups feel feather‑light in the hand, with a natural warmth that suits both hot and cold drinks. Sold as a pair, they are ideal for tea, sake or as small serving vessels for amuse‑bouche, and will slowly deepen in tone over time, recording their own use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takanochikko 高野竹工","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52928671056215,"sku":"CUG-LAC-TKC-002-","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9328\/9303\/files\/DSC03307-2.jpg?v=1774536375"}],"url":"https:\/\/iromizu.co.uk\/collections\/takanochikko.oembed","provider":"iromizu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}