This piece is an exclusive design that captures the essence of antiqued charm. It has seemingly a metal-like look but when you take it in your hand, you can feel the warmth of wood and smooth texture. The surface texture is created by sprinkling clay powder called "Tonoko" and then beautiful "Harigaki" designs are done all around and the bottom. Also you can find a small moon design on the bottom inside too. Sayo expresses the image of the scenery and flowering plants in the gathering darkness on the design. Comes with a Paulownia gift box. Available in 3 different designs.

Measurements: approx. Φ6.0x7.5(h)cm

Base materials: Japanese cherry birch

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This breathtaking sake cup is used one of Makie technique called "Hari-gaki". This technique itself has been handed down since the 1500s in Japan. This is made by sprinkling metal powder on a black lacquered surface and then scratch with a special needle before drying the lacquered surface. The design is drawn freehand and the pen needs to be driven vigorously all at once before drying out the surface because it cannot be redone. The contrast between black and silver brings out a modern image. Absolutely one of a kind masterpiece.

Available in 6 different designs.

Comes with original cloth and wooden gift box. 

Measurements: approx. Φ6.7x4.4cm

Base materials: Japanese horse chestnut

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Small graceful "Harigaki" designs on this bright but subtle vermillion gives it a sophisticated femininity. Most of the pieces by Sayo Kuroki features black/rough-based surface, but vermillion matte base is also special and fresh feel. Featuring small flowers on the sides coloured silver by tin powder naturally blend with this subtle vermillion. Not standing out too much but absolutely spices up in your space. This base material Japanese horse chestnut is amazingly light in your hand. Available in 2 different designs.

Measurements: approx. Φ16.4x2(h)cm

Base materials: Japanese horse chestnut

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Small "Harigaki" designs on the black surface complete the dignified elegance of this piece. This design is inspired by "Chabana" which is the flower arrangement for Japanese tea ceremony. The concept is the attitude of seeking beauty in simplicity and imperfection. By applying powdered charcoal on the surface before the top coat, unique rough texture is created. The contrast between delicacy and roughness is distinctive style of this artist Sayo Kuroki. This is a set of 2 different sizes of small plate. You can use them individually or stacked in pairs to enjoy playing the combination of these small designs. Comes with a gift box. 

Measurements: approx. Large Φ12x1.8cm/ Small Φ9x1.8cm

Base materials: Japanese zelkova 

Small "Harigaki" designs on the black surface complete the dignified elegance of this piece. By applying powdered charcoal on the surface before the top coat, unique rough texture is created. The contrast between delicacy and roughness is distinctive style of this artist Sayo Kuroki. This is a set of 2 different sizes of small plate. You can use them individually or stacked in pairs to enjoy playing the combination of these small designs. These small pieces nicely spice the space up. Comes with a gift box. Perfect choice for those who are looking for unusual gift. 

Measurements: approx. Large Φ12x1.8cm/ Small Φ9x1.8cm

Base materials: Japanese zelkova 

This square plate is used a technique called "Kanshitsu" which was originally used to produce Buddhist images brought from China in the 7th century in Japan. This method is quite a laborious. First, layers of Japanese "washi" paper soaked in the special glue paste called "Nori-urushi" are applied over the mold, each layer being left to dry before the next layer is added. This procedure is repeated 5-6 times, the mold is then removed. After applying a few time layers of lacquer and scatter tin powder all over, then this fine spidery design is added by "Harigaki" technique. After another layer of lacquer is applied, by polishing the surface, this beautiful luster with antique finish can be shown.  

Available in 2 different designs.

Measurements: approx. 7x7x1.3(h)cm

Base materials: Japanese "washi" paper

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This little spoon is definitely makes your meal time special. The tiny detailed "Harigaki" design on it stands out as a discreet sparkle. The design is on its back side too. This is made of bamboo which is known for its sturdiness and also the traditional material that has been familiar to us Japanese from old times. Because each item is individually hand crafted, they are slightly different item to item. Suitable for a small gift. 

Measurements: approx. Φ3x13.5cm (full length)

Base materials: Japanese bamboo

This cup with a subtle beauty is used one of Makie technique called "Hari-gaki". This technique itself has been handed down since the 1500s in Japan. This is made by sprinkling metal powder on a black lacquered surface and then scratch with a special needle before drying the lacquered surface. The design is drawn freehand and the pen needs to be driven vigorously all at once before drying out the surface because it cannot be redone. The contrast between black and silver brings out a modern image. Absolutely one of a kind masterpiece. 3 different designs are drawn on each cup. 

Measurements: approx. Φ8.5x7cm

Base materials: Japanese cherry birch