This volume is a detailed record of the favored tea utensils selected by successive iemoto (grand masters) of the Urasenke school of tea since the era of Sen no Rikyū. Covering tea bowls, tea scoops, flower containers, hanging scrolls, and more, the book delves into their design, production background, and how they embody the aesthetics and philosophy of tea. Through these objects, it reflects the Urasenke’s interpretation of the spirit of “wa-kei-sei-jaku” (harmony, respect, purity, tranquility), offering a deep insight into the school’s historical approach to utensils.
