Yaki-Sugi Serving Basket K8-625-IN USE a perfect blend of tradition

a perfect blend of tradition and innovation

■  Hand-written by Youna Matsushita

◾ Capacity: 500 ml

and you'll discover a delightful twist – hidden within the kanji are Katakana and English characters

Yaki-Sugi Serving Basket K8-625-IN USE a perfect blend of traditionYakisugi () is a traditional Japanese method of wood preservation. Yaki means to heat with fire, and sugi is cypress. By slightly charring the surface of the wood without combusting the whole piece, the wood becomes water proof through carbonisation and is thus more durable. It also protects against insects and bacteria. The rich black finish can be seen outside the bowl. With the urethane coating, it is durable and food safe. The shape also makes