Vtg Japanese Wooden Saucer Coaster Chataku

This is a vintage Japanese wooden drink saucer or coaster. It is called Chataku in Japan. It is used when serving tea to guests. “Yakusugi” is written on the back of this coaster. Yakusugi (屋久杉) refers to “Japanese cedar” (sugi, or Cryptomeria) on the island of Yakushima, typically growing at altitudes 500 meters and higher.

• Japanese wooden saucer, coaster, chataku
• 5pc set
• Wood
• Item weight: 108 grams
• Packed weight: 308 grams
• C1970
• Approx. 11.5 cm wide x 1.5 cm tall
• Good condition. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya

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