Japanese Cherry Blossom Checkered Round Coasters - Set of 6 Absorbent Drink Pads for Coffee, Tea, and Dining Table Decor

Product Description

 

This Yatsuyanagi round coaster is made of cherry bark work from Akita Prefecture, and have a cherry blossom motif. The glossy brown cherry bark is characterized by its moist texture and beautiful luster.　

Although small in size, it fully conveys the charm of Akita cherry bark work. It is the perfect way to introduce traditional crafts into your daily life.

The cherry trees used for Akita cherry bark work are mainly wild cherry trees from the Tohoku region, which grow in a harsh climate and are said to be beautiful and durable.

The cherry bark is carefully peeled off from the trunk and left to dry in the shade for a year or two to remove the moisture. Yatsuyanagi is committed to the preservation of sustainable nature and the coexistence and co-prosperity of nature and traditional crafts. They are also actively involved in planting wild cherry trees on fallow land.