This is a chashaku (tea scoop) that was carefully preserved as a legacy from my aunt, who was a teacher of the Urasenke school of tea ceremony. It was made by "Nanto-ju Kyosen," and is a work with a signature. It comes with a matching tube, a matching box, and a cloth bag. What is particularly noteworthy is that it was carved using "Tenpyo old wood" that came from the repair of the Golden Hall of Horyu-ji Temple in Nara. This chashaku, made using this precious old wood, is a special item with historical and cultural value. 【Features】 ・Material: Remaining wood from the repair of the Golden Hall of Horyu-ji Temple (Tenpyo old wood) ・Artist: Nanto-ju Kyosen ・With signature (※Please note that the signature is unreadable) ・Accessories: Matching tube, matching box, storage cloth bag (the cloth bag has some stains) 【Condition】 This item has been stored for a long time. The storage cloth bag has some stains. In addition, there may be fine scratches due to aging as an antique. Please check the images for details. 【Historical Background】 Horyu-ji Temple is famous as the oldest wooden structure in Japan and is a cultural heritage representing the Tenpyo period. A chashaku made using old wood from its repair can be said to be a very rare tea utensil. 【Please Note】 ・We ask that those who understand antique items purchase this. ・Please feel free to ask any questions regarding the condition in the comments section. No.009