Michi Hamono “Kuksa” DIY Wooden Mug Kit – Katsura Wood

Michi Hamono “Kuksa” DIY Wooden Mug Kit – Katsura Wood East-West Tools

Michi Hamono “Kuksa” DIY Wooden Mug Kit – Katsura Wood

Name: Michi Hamono “Kuksa” DIY Wooden Mug Kit – Katsura Wood
Brand: East-West Tools
SKU: VH174
Price: 72.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

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Make a real kuksa from a Katsura blank. The hard hollowing is already done. Shape the handle and outside with the included half-round rasp, then refine with wet-and-dry papers. Perth dispatch, Australia wide shipping. A clean, beginner friendly project with a satisfying, useful result.

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Finish Your Own Katsura Wooden Kuksa

A practical weekend project shipped from Perth, Australia. This Michi Hamono kit supplies a semi-processed Katsura kuksa blank with the inner bowl already hollowed. Use the included half-round rasp and wet-and-dry papers to shape the exterior and handle, then oil for service.

Michi Hamono prepares the blank so you focus on design and surface quality. Katsura is a fine grained hardwood that carves cleanly and takes a smooth finish. The half-round rasp removes stock quickly on curves and flats, while #150, #240 and #400 papers refine to a drink-ready surface. No chisels are required. Add a carving knife later if you want to crisp edges or add facets. This kit pairs well with tools from our Japanese Carving Knives and shop essentials in Japanese Woodworking Tools.

After shaping, wipe dust, then apply a food safe drying oil. Re-oil as needed. Hand wash only, avoid soaking and dishwashers.

Tip: Keep the rasp strokes long and consistent around the rim, then break the edge lightly at 45 degrees before final sanding.

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What Sets Our Tools Apart

Project-Ready Kit

This is the simplest way to make a kuksa without a full carving tool roll. You receive a one piece Katsura blank with the inner bowl already hollowed, a half round rasp for shaping, three sheets of wet and dry paper, and printed instructions. The blank carves cleanly and finishes smoothly, so you can concentrate on form, grip and rim comfort. No chisels are required, which makes this a low risk first project that still delivers a durable, everyday cup.

How to Shape and Refine

Start by outlining your handle profile with pencil. Use the rasp’s flat side on flats and the curved side on radii. Keep strokes long and even, working both directions to keep symmetry. Move through #150 to remove facets, #240 to refine, then #400 before oil. Break sharp edges lightly to avoid splintering at the rim and handle hole. If you want extra definition on facets, add a small carving knife from our Japanese Carving Knives collection.

Care, Food Safety, Longevity

After sanding, apply a food safe drying oil such as tung, walnut, or boiled linseed following the label. Let each coat cure, then buff. Hand wash only and dry promptly. Avoid soaking, dishwashers, and harsh detergents. Re-oil when the surface looks dry or feels rough. Small checks can be reduced by keeping the cup out of direct sun and by maintaining the oil finish. For clamps, sanding blocks and rasps, browse Japanese Woodworking Tools.

Introducing

Michi Hamono Crafting Kit

Based in Miki, Hyogo, Michi Hamono makes specialist tools for wood carving and craft. This kuksa kit reflects that focus on accessible craft. The Katsura blank is semi processed so the inner bowl is done, leaving you to shape the exterior and handle. It is a satisfying entry to handwork that produces a cup you will actually use.

Attention to material and process keeps this kit beginner friendly without feeling toy like. Katsura cuts predictably and sands to a fine surface. The half round rasp removes stock quickly, then the included papers take you to a food safe finish. Add a small knife later if you want crisp facets or decorative details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the interior already hollowed?

Yes. The bowl is pre-cut so you only shape the outside and handle with the supplied rasp and papers.

What tools are included?

A half-round rasp, wet-and-dry papers (#150, #240, #400) and printed instructions. No chisels are included.

Do I need extra tools?

Not required. Some makers add a small carving knife to crisp edges. See our Japanese Carving Knives collection if you want that option.

How do I finish it for use?

Sand to #400, wipe clean, then apply a food safe oil. Hand wash only. Re-oil when the surface looks dry.

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