TSUCHIME Red Copper Chataku (premium saucer: pair)

Handcrafted saucer, diameter: 4.25inch (10.8cm)

What is notable about this saucer is its TSUCHIME pattern and the heavy feel of the copper. These saucers, made using a traditional technique, exudes a sense of luxury and elegance.

These saucers fit both small and large size Yunomi (tea cup). And atmosphere of these Chataku matches both with sophisticated Yunomi like Kyo-Yaki and well-made earthenware like Shigaraki-Yaki.

This saucers are made in TSUBAME City, NIIGATA Prefecture one of the world's leading metalworking towns.

The beautiful pattern on the surface is called TSUCHIME, means hammered pattern and was originally done by hand with hammer by craftsmen. Copperware made in this way became a true craft, not only functional but also beautiful to look at. The patterns on the surface are elegant, and the color changes as it is used, making it unique and one-of-a-kind. This traditional technique was reproduced by craftsmen using molds so that the copperware can be processed by modern machines. What used to take a tremendous amount of time, tens of thousands of hammering, can now be crafted in an affordable amount of time. The colors are applied using the traditional craft of hammered copperware coloring technique, in which the pieces are dipped in a coloring solution. SHAKUDOH (it means Red copper in Japanese) finish is a unique finishing method that is the result of many years of research by skilled craftsmen in the traditional technique of coloring.

Copper is oxidized when it is touched or held in the hands, and as a result, the tint and texture changes day by day. Please enjoy the change of color, a feature of the natural copper itself.

Copperware develops a rich luster as it is used, and since it is not breakable, it can be used for a long time. It is a lifelong product that can be used from generation to generation. It also makes an ideal gift.

TSUCHIME Red Copper Chazutsu and TSUCHIME Red Copper Tea Scoop (Sami) are also available in the same product lineup. If you like the design of this series, why don't you have all of them?

Specially packaged in a carton box.
Made from copper
Made in Japan.
(Please note that the coloring process is done by hand, so the hue and pattern may vary from piece to piece.)