Kami Mug

Description

Curator’s Notes

Warm, earthy and natural. These artisanal wooden mugs have a thin, elegant feel with the durability of a wooden vessel. Distinctive on its own or mixed in with everyday wares for a natural touch.

Kami is a series of wooden drinking vessels and tableware made by master woodworker Takahashi Kougei from Hokkaido, Japan. Each of the pieces in the collection is handcrafted from Sen (castor aralia) trees using highly sophisticated woodturning techniques passed down for generations. The name Kami, means “paper” in Japanese in reference to the thin wall thickness and white tone of the wood.

Kami Mug was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker

Maker: Takahashi Kougei

Designer: Oji Masanori

Specifications

Dimensions:

3.25” (w) x 4.25” (l) x 3” (h) or 83mm (w) x 108mm (l) x 78mm (h)

Weight:

0.125 lbs or 0.06 kg

Materials:

Castor Aralia (Sen Wood)

Details

• Made in Japan
• Walls are approximately 2mm thick
• Can be used for warm and cool drinks
• Slight heat transfer occurs when used for hot liquids
• Hand washing is recommended
• Food safe coating