Japanese Lacquer Tray - Vintage Shunkei Lacquerware Set | 5-Piece Obon Tea Ceremony Trays

This Japanese lacquer tray set features five vintage Shunkei lacquerware pieces, expertly handcrafted by Gifu artisans to elevate your tea ceremony experience. Each Japanese lacquer tray showcases a transparent Urushi finish that highlights the natural wood grain, delivering both beauty and function for serving tea, sweets, or meals. Measuring 13 inches square and 1.1 inches tall, each tray weighs 12.5 ounces, making them lightweight yet durable additions to your collection. The reddish-brown hue deepens over time, adding warmth and character unique to authentic antique Japanese trays.

Experience the refined tradition of tea ceremony trays designed for individual servings. The Shunkei lacquerware technique provides a crystalline clarity that reveals intricate wood textures beneath the transparent Urushi finish. This handcrafted lacquer set is made from natural wood sourced and treated with care in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. These obon serving trays have been preserved for over a century, carrying subtle patina and minor scratches that attest to their rich history.

Key features of this natural wood tray set include:

- Set of 5 vintage tea trays, ideal for tea ceremonies or elegant serving

- Dimensions: 13" x 13" x 1.1" (33cm x 33cm x 2.7cm) per tray

- Weight: 12.5 oz (356g) each for easy handling

- Transparent Urushi finish enhancing the wood’s natural grain

- Crafted by skilled Gifu artisan trays makers using traditional methods

- Durable lacquer tableware set blending heritage with daily use

- Reddish-brown patina that matures beautifully with age

- Authentic antique Japanese trays with unique character and authenticity

This lacquer tableware set offers more than aesthetics; its handcrafted quality ensures longevity and timeless appeal. Tested by collectors and tea masters alike, these trays meet high standards for both display and practical use in traditional Japanese settings. The transparent Urushi finish not only protects the wood but also creates a tactile warmth that mass-produced items lack.

Perfect for collectors or anyone seeking to bring the serene spirit of Japan’s tea room into their home, these tea ceremony trays blend art and utility seamlessly. Whether used individually or as a complete set, they enhance any serving occasion with elegance rooted in centuries-old craftsmanship.

Please note that as antique Japanese trays over 100 years old, slight imperfections such as minor scratches or patina are part of their charm and history. Carefully review all photos before purchase to appreciate their condition fully.

Free shipping is available to the US, Europe, and most regions with secure courier options including DHL and FedEx. International buyers should note customs duties may apply under DDU terms. Combined shipping discounts apply on multiple purchases.

Bring home this exquisite handcrafted lacquer set today and celebrate the tradition of Japanese wood trays perfected by generations of artisans.