{"product_id":"tea-case-usuzumi","title":"Tea Case - Usuzumi (OUT OF STOCK)","description":"\u003cp\u003eI am an Usuzumi Tea Case. From the outside I'm a striking beauty. Inside, a black so deep it feels like a secret well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCurator's Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Usuzumi comes from the soft, pale gray color of sumi ink when it’s washed out — a subtle, nuanced tone. But here, the surprise is in the opposite direction. Open the lid of this tea case and you’re met with a black so deep it feels endless, like peering into a well. It’s a striking contrast to the warm, creamy white lacquer you see from the outside. I love that moment of reveal. It reminds me that storing tea is as much about ritual as it is about function. This piece holds its contents with care, whether it’s your favorite tea leaves or something more personal. Each time you lift the lid, it transforms a simple act into something a little more special, like uncovering a hidden treasure that’s just for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsuzumi Tea Case was curated by Stevenson Aung\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner\/Maker \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaker: \u003c\/b\u003eRyuji Mitani\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigner: \u003c\/b\u003eRyuji Mitani\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e2.6\" (w) x 2.6\" (l) x 2.6\" (h) or 65mm (w) x 65mm (l) x 65mm (h)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2.0 oz or 57 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials: \u003c\/b\u003eMountain Cherry Wood, Urushi Lacquer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Matsumoto, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyuji Mitani’s signature on the bottom \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a beige lacquer exterior with a contrasting black interior\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid glides on seamlessly for a snug, refined fit  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-safe finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not soak urushi lacquered pieces in water for prolonged periods\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with a soft sponge and mild dish soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with warm water\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe with a cloth and dry well\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not machine dish wash\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is unique and will have variations  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ryuji Mitani","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49082665500918,"sku":"RM-410 (5836)","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0194\/5843\/files\/Ryuji_Mitani_Tea_Case_-_Usuzumi_Featured_Updated.jpg?v=1760396808","url":"https:\/\/nalatanalatasavings.com\/products\/tea-case-usuzumi","provider":"Nalata Nalata","version":"1.0","type":"link"}