Kiso Lacquered Bath Bucket with Handle

This piece combines traditional Kiso woodcraft with a hand-applied lacquer finish, offering both enduring beauty and enhanced durability in wet environments.

An essential accessory in the Japanese bath ritual, this wooden bath bucket is used to scoop and pour warm water. The natural wood releases a gentle, calming aroma when in contact with hot water.

Handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans using sustainably sourced Kiso Lacquered Wood. Each piece carries the natural grain and character unique to handmade wooden goods.

Origin: Made in Japan

Specifications

• Size: Approx. 15 cm outer diameter × 12 cm height × 23 cm handle height (≈ 5.9 in × 4.7 in × 9.1 in)
• Material: Sawara Cypress Lacquered (weather-resistant)

Care:

• After each use, rinse off soap and shampoo and wipe it dry. Residue left on the wood can cause discoloration and mold.
• Once dry, store the bucket upside down in a room kept at around 50% humidity. If the wood dries out too much, it shrinks and the hoops can slip.
• Keep it away from direct sunlight, heaters, and dryers, which can cause warping and cracking.
• If a hoop slips, turn the bucket upside down, place a scrap of wood on the hoop, and tap it back into its groove with a hammer. Then soak the bucket in water and the hoop will hold firmly again.

For full instructions, see our Wood Care Guide.