{"product_id":"vintage-kakunodate-kabazaiku-cherry-bark-65520","title":"Vintage Kakunodate Kabazaiku Cherry Bark Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Japanese Kabazaiku tray from Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture, one of Japan’s renowned centers of traditional cherry bark craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece bears the designation of the Kakunodate Craft Cooperative Association (角館工芸協同組合) and was preserved unused in its original box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tray has a distinctive geometric, faceted form, giving this traditional craft an unusually architectural and contemporary presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts interior prominently displays the expressive natural grain of the wood, while deep reddish-brown cherry bark creates strong linear accents across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between the pale wood grain, dark edges, and cherry bark produces an almost graphic composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAKUNODATE KABAZAIKU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKabazaiku is a traditional Japanese craft associated particularly with Kakunodate in Akita Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craft uses the bark of wild cherry trees, valued for its deep reddish-brown color, natural luster, and distinctive texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, the cherry bark is used selectively alongside exposed wood grain rather than covering the entire surface, creating a particularly striking interplay between the two natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAKUNODATE CRAFT COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is marked\/labeled with the Kakunodate Craft Cooperative Association (角館工芸協同組合), connecting it directly to the traditional craft industry of Kakunodate, Akita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFORM \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tray has an unusual geometric outline with faceted sides and a shallow raised rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts strong silhouette allows it to function not only as a tray but also as a decorative wooden object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used to display tea utensils, vessels, jewelry, small collected objects, or simply appreciated for its material and construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage unused stored condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece has been preserved in storage and comes with its original box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery minor signs of long-term storage may be present due to age even though the tray has not been used. Please refer carefully to the photographs for its exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. 23 × 21 cm \/ 9.06 × 8.27 in\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth: approx. 4 cm \/ 1.57 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Wood, cherry bark\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Kakunodate, Akita Prefecture, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\nAssociation: Kakunodate Craft Cooperative Association\u003cbr\u003e\nIncludes: Original storage box\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Vintage, unused stored condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage, one-of-a-kind item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variations in wood grain, cherry bark texture, and coloration are characteristics of the materials and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the actual item you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53965908607283,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/92A31611-9D85-46AE-AAA2-664A39E62A8C.png?v=1788193593","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-kakunodate-kabazaiku-cherry-bark-65520","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}