Vintage Japanese Chado Dogu Tea Ceremony Utensil Set, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0526

Vintage Japanese Chado Dogu Tea Ceremony Utensil Set, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0526

A curated grouping of vintage Japanese tea utensils -- chawan, chasen, tea caddy, and accessories -- housed in a plain wood storage box.

A chado dogu set is a collection of utensils used in the Japanese tea ceremony (chado), the meditative ritual of preparing and serving matcha that has been practiced for centuries. This vintage grouping brings together several handcrafted Japanese tea pieces in one wooden storage box: a stout ceramic chawan (tea bowl) finished in a richly textured oxblood-red glaze with an impressed maker's seal on the foot; a blue-and-white porcelain tea caddy decorated with hand-painted roundels depicting landscapes and auspicious patterns, nestled in a knotted red cord net bag with a small wooden stopper; a full bamboo chasen (matcha whisk) resting on a dark lacquered chasen holder; a small hexagonal porcelain cup with vivid overglaze red dragon enamel decoration; and a pair of small oval wooden trays. The chawan's deeply saturated glaze and organic, slightly irregular form are characteristic of mid-century Japanese folk kiln ware, consistent with the wabi-sabi aesthetic prized in chado practice. Each piece reflects a different facet of handcrafted Japanese ceramic and bamboo craft traditions.

In a modern home, this set offers a rich opportunity to style a Japandi-inspired tea corner, meditation nook, or living room display. Arrange the chawan and chasen holder together on a low shelf or tray as a serene wabi-sabi accent that doubles as a fully functional matcha preparation set for everyday use. The blue-and-white caddy in its red cord bag makes a striking standalone decorative object on a bookshelf or sideboard, while the hexagonal dragon cup works beautifully as a small pen holder or desk organizer in a home office. Offered together with their original storage box, the set makes a thoughtful and unique gift for tea lovers, collectors of Japanese vintage ceramics, or anyone drawn to the quiet beauty of traditional Japanese craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Ceramic (chawan and caddy body); bamboo (chasen whisk); lacquered wood (chasen holder); porcelain (hexagonal cup); wood (storage box and small trays); cord (net bag)
• Use: Japanese tea ceremony (chado) -- matcha preparation and service
• Modern Use: Functional matcha set for everyday home use; wabi-sabi living room or tea corner display; unique gift for tea lovers and Japanese vintage collectors
• Features: Oxblood-red glazed ceramic chawan with impressed maker's seal; blue-and-white porcelain caddy with hand-painted roundel decoration in red cord net bag with wooden stopper; bamboo chasen whisk on dark lacquered holder; hexagonal porcelain cup with overglaze red dragon enamel; pair of small oval wood trays; plain wood storage box
• Dimensions: 7 3/4"W x 5"D x 5 1/2"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age and use; chasen tines show some age; overall set presents well as a display grouping

A beautifully characterful grouping of vintage Japanese tea ceremony utensils -- an evocative piece of handcrafted Japanese ceramic and bamboo craft that brings the quiet spirit of chado into any modern home.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.