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When persimmon trees reach the age of several hundred years, they sometimes develop a black crest on the core wood, as if written in ink. These are black persimmons.
It is said that only one black persimmon tree is found in every thousand trees in areas where it is common, making it incredibly rare. Even when it is found, the log is small, and when sawn, the handle disappears, cracks, and distortions occur, resulting in only a small amount of material. Furthermore, because the handle is uneven, it is necessary to remove the handle and match it, and as the material becomes smaller, only a small portion of the wood can be used.

With typical fine wood, the shading of the annual rings creates a pattern, but with black persimmons, in addition to the shading of the annual rings, a unique grain pattern is also present. The nutrients contained within the persimmon tree cause some kind of change, resulting in the grain pattern appearing on the light brown base fabric, resembling a sumi-e (ink painting). This is the reason for its unique beauty.
This black persimmon has beautiful striped grain. Surprisingly, it also has overlapping shrinkage grain, making it an even rarer specimen among rare black persimmons. It is something you rarely come across.

The numerous treasures made from black persimmons in Shosoin prove that black persimmon crafts already existed around 1,300 years ago. The culture of black persimmons is thought to have been passed down as a tradition by craftsmen, but it was revitalized by the tea ceremony and was loved by feudal lords, high-ranking samurai, and wealthy merchants as a fine wood for their mansions and as tea utensils.

[Features of KOMA bespoke case]

□ Wood grain matching

By cutting each piece side by side, the grain of the wood connects, and with the utmost care, the grain of each piece is matched with the aesthetic sense and skill of a skilled craftsman, with great care taken to make the most of the natural beauty of the wood.

□Three-sided fastening

By joining the top, side, and front panels at a 45-degree angle, the wood grain is not interrupted, resulting in a beautiful finish, and the joints are less likely to shift over time, making it stronger and more difficult to achieve.

□ Assembly

Assembling the three-sided fastening is a delicate task that can only be accomplished by hand.

Dozens of special tools, such as hammers and hammers, are used to fasten the wood between the upper and lower boxes, making it a difficult process in which even the slightest amount of force applied can cause the wood to go out of alignment.

□Tongue processing

Insert 0.5mm wood pieces into the corners of the three-sided joint to reinforce them.

This increases the strength and creates beautiful designs that can only be achieved through handwork.

□Finishing/painting

Polishing with a plane and sandpaper brings out the grain and brings out the beauty of the wood to the fullest. By sealing the surface before oil painting, you can achieve an amazingly smooth texture that is less likely to develop ring stains.

*We do not use urethane paint or coloring as this would diminish the beauty and texture of the wood.

□Hidden hinge

There are no hinges visible on the back of the box when it is closed.

The inside of the box is lined, so the metal fittings are not visible from any angle, and the sleek design of the box and the beauty of the wood grain are not compromised.

SIZE W355 D211 H113

Designed by Toshihiro Kamei

*Cushion sizes are available in S/M/L. Please choose the size that best suits your wrist size and write your desired size in the comments section.

    S: 14~16cm  M: 17~19cm  L: 20~22cm

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