Purple Matte Wipe-lacquer Finish Oryoki Bowl Set

This oryoki bowl set is inspired by traditional nested bowls that trace their roots to Zen Buddhist dining practice, where meals are received in measured portions with care and mindfulness. Reinterpreted for contemporary life, the silhouette reflects a considered and balanced approach to everyday dining.

Carved from solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova), each piece is hollowed from a single block and finished in the Yamanaka lacquerware tradition using suri-urushi. A protective urethane layer creates a smooth matte surface, giving the bowls a refined, understated presence while preserving the natural character beneath.

Rendered in a deep purple, an original MUSUBI KILN color, the surface creates a restrained, modern aesthetic while retaining the distinctive beauty of the wood grain. The underside of the largest bowl is marked with the MUSUBI logo.

When held in the hands, the bowls reveal the soft tactility unique to lacquered wood. Each form is carefully weighted for stability, nesting seamlessly into the next to create a compact and harmonious whole.

All six pieces may be used together or selected individually according to your needs. The matte texture allows them to pair effortlessly with other contemporary tableware while maintaining their refined character.