Yugami Bowl

Curator's Notes 

Yugami in Japanese means asymmetrical, and the forms of these bowls are enchantingly imperfect. Tinware is often alloyed with other metals, but these bowls are made of pure tin in Takaoka City, by craftsmen dedicated to the creation of high-quality cast metal objects. Tin is both antimicrobial and tarnish-resistant, so it’s highly functional and durable tableware. One trick for serving with tinware is to chill the piece in the fridge or freezer to keep your dish or beverage cool and refreshing. The three sizes of these bowls nestle within each other, and look equally sweet when used individually. 

Yugami Bowl was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker 

Designer: Makoto Koizumi

Maker: Nousaku

Specifications

Dimensions: 

Small: 

3.1” (w) x 3.1” (l) x 1.2” (h) or 79mm (w) x 79mm (l) x 30mm (h)  

Medium: 

4.0” (w) x 4.0” (l) x 1.5” (h) or 101mm (w) x 101mm (l) x 38mm (h)  

Large: 

4.75” (w) x 4.75” (l) x 1.75” (h) or 120mm (w) x 120mm (l) x 44mm (h)  

Weight: 

Small: 

3.6 oz or 101 gr 

Medium: 

6.2 oz or 177 gr 

Large: 

8.6 oz or 243 gr 

Materials:

Tin

Details

• Made in Takaoka, Japan
• Due to the hand-crafted nature of the product, as well as the malleability of tin, each piece will vary slightly in dimensions
• These bowls are ideal as vessels for holding various dipping sauces, but function equally as well for serving sake or other small quantities
• Hand-crafted with traditional casting techniques used for over 400 years in the region
• Chill the bowl in the refrigerator or freezer before serving to help keep its contents cold and fresh
• We recommend hand washing with mild soap and wiping dry with a soft cloth