Kaikado: 150 Years of Timeless Craftsmanship

Celebrate 150 years of artisanal excellence with Kaikado, a tribute to Japan’s iconic tea caddy maker. Step inside the Kyoto workshop where six generations have handcrafted the world’s finest chazutsu. Through stunning visuals and personal stories, meet the artisans, explore their tools, and witness a tradition defined by precision, passion, and enduring beauty.

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Through richly detailed original photography, Kaikado offers an intimate look inside the historic atelier, capturing the meticulous process behind each tea caddy’s creation and the evolution of its timeless design. Blending tradition with innovation, the book showcases craftsmanship refined to the point of elegant simplicity.

Sensitively reflecting Kaikado’s long-standing legacy, the book is printed on two ultra-high-quality paper stocks and features metallic inks that echo the materiality of the chazutsu. Three different covers create a unique surprise during the unboxing experience—each one representing the copper, brass, and tin that Kaikado is renowned for.

Chapters are separated by tactile, richly textured paper, reminiscent of Kaikado’s distinctive packaging. The open-spine binding—often seen in Japanese publishing—underscores the book’s luxurious construction.

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