Vintage Chashaku Tea Scoop, Daitokuji, Yagyu Houtoku Temple, Hashimoto Jyousho, Okuda Soushun, Chashaku Name: Yusuzumi, Matcha Bamboo Scoop,
MS-062401
The Chashaku Tea Scoop was named “Kangetsu (Kanduki)” by Hashimoto Jyousho.
1962 He graduated Hanazono University
1962 He studied Rinzai school and Zen in Taitokuji Senmon Doujou.
He became a pupil of Oda Sessou (1901-1966) Roshi.
He was given names “Jyousho” and “Kendo” by Fujii Seido Roshi (previous the chief abbot of Daitokuji Sangenin).
1965 He became a priest of Yagyu Houtokuji
1973 He became a chief priest of Yagyu Houtokuji succeed to Hashimoto Teihou
The direct meaning of “Yuusuzumi” is to leisurely enjoy the coolness outdoors during the summer evening when the daytime heat has subsided.
As a Zen phrase, it originates from a verse left by Hakuin Zenji, known as the “Reviver of the Rinzai School”.
The verse is “Monomotanu Tamotowakarushi Yusuzumi” -“With nothing to carry, the sleeves are light, enjoying the evening cool.”
When you have a lot of things in the sleeves of your kimono, it becomes heavy and your hands are not free, but when the contents are empty, it becomes light and you feel very free.
It means to completely dispel the delusions and attachments of the ordinary world, as well as the feeling of having attained enlightenment, and to reach a state of complete emptiness and freedom.
Based cutting by Sojun Okuda.
Sojun Okuda is a famous bamboo craftsman. It is known that he was asked to shave off the bottom of the tea scoop by famous monks.
It is also known that he was often asked to do so by Shodo Maeda, Jyousho Hashimoto, Meido Togami, and others.
This Chashaku Tea Scoop is perfect shape and shimitake colors with beautiful node.
It is in excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused or Mint condition)
It comes with original tube, original paulownia box and original paper box with title.
You are able to use this Chashaku for your Tea Ceremonies.
It is also suitable for Zen lovers.
Measurement
Chashaku
Wide: 1.0cm / 0 25/26”
Length: 18.8cm / 7 13/32”
Weight: 3g
Tube
Wide: 2.1 cm / 0 53/64”
Length: 21.6cm / 8 1/2”
Height: 2.1 cm / 0 53/64”
Weight: 29g
Box
Wide: 4.3cm / 1 11/16”
Length: 23.8cm / 9 3/8”
Height: 4.5cm / 1 49/64”
Weight: 58g
Paper Box
Wide 5.8cm / 2 9/32”
Length 25.5cm / 10 3/64”
Height: 5.1cm / 2 1/64”
Weight: 71g
Age: -2000s
Material: Bamboo
Based Cutting by Chashaku Artist: Okuda Soushun
Color: Dark Blown, Brown, Dark Ocher
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused or Mint condition)
* Original paulownia box
* Original tube
* Original paper box
* Guide paper
* Guarantee sticker
* Title
* Inscription
* No splits
* Almost no discoloration on the tube, wooden box and paper box. (Refer to No. 10 Photo)
* You may find “minor scratch or chips” on tube, wooden box and paper box.
* Actual colors may vary due to the fact that every computer monitor, laptop, tablet and phone screen.
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