Japanese Hishaku Tea Ceremony Bamboo Laddle 12"L Chadansu This is a handcraft made

This is a handcraft made in Matsuyama

This one is 9" tall and glazed on one side with flowers and the other side with dragonflies

a mandala central to this practice

The box front reads

This symbolism of the Shi-Shi with a ball represents protection of the world or guarding the outside gate

Japanese Hishaku Tea Ceremony Bamboo Laddle 12"L Chadansu This is a handcraft madeIn the tea ceremony, the hishaku serves several purposes, primarily for scooping water from a mizusashi (water container) or kama (kettle) to either prepare the tea or cleanse the tea bowl. Its design varies based on season and purpose: Summer: (Furo)The hishaku typically has a longer handle, smaller cup and end cut facing down, symbolizing the need for a lighter, cooling atmosphere. Winter: (Ro) Has a shorter handle, a larger cup, and an end cut