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• This is a rectangular wooden tray decorated with the Chikuji ribbed-line technique.

The Chikuji technique is a traditional craft method in which a skilled artisan presses a plane against the wooden surface and draws fine, evenly spaced grooves one by one with great care. The slight undulation of the lines and the subtle breaks that appear here and there reflect the artisan's own breathing as each stroke is made, lending the piece a sense of quiet, meditative calm. When the grooves run across the full surface of the tray, the pattern evokes the gentle flow of a small, unhurried stream.
This tray is well suited to presenting dishes at a relaxed, unhurried meal. Its refined yet approachable design also makes it an elegant gift for those who appreciate fine Japanese craftsmanship.