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Mokune Wooden cup

$92.00

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Product Details

Box Contents: 1 wooden cup
Material: Keyaki wood (Japanese Zelkova)
Color: Natural Wood, brown
Dimensions: Approx. Diameter 3.1" × Height 2.6" (80 × 65 mm)
Weight: Approx. 3.2 oz (90 g)
Volume: Approx. 6.8 fl oz (200 ml)

Note: Each wooden cup is handcrafted from natural wood. Grain and tone may vary, making every piece unique.

Handcrafted from solid Keyaki (欅, Japanese Zelkova), the Mokune wooden cup carries the gentle curves and grain patterns gifted by the tree itself.
Its surface is sealed with a food-safe polyurethane finish, making it easy to care for while preserving its smooth, tactile warmth.
Originally conceived as a yunomi (Japanese teacup), Mokune is quietly versatile, lending its warmth and elegance to a variety of drinks and settings.

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Crafted by Nature, Shaped by Hand
Each wooden cup begins as solid block of natural wood, shaped on a lathe and finished entirely by hand. The grain, curves, and warmth of the wood are never forced, each cup follows its own natural rhythm. Small-batch production ensures that every piece feels personal and quietly alive.
The Character of Keyaki
Known for its durability and fine grain, Keyaki (欅) offers both strength and elegance. Sometimes called Japanese Zelkova, this native hardwood reveals a subtle glow when polished, adding warmth and texture to everyday rituals.
Rooted in Japanese Craft
These wooden cups follow the tradition of handcrafted vessels in Japan, where form and feeling go hand in hand. As a yunomi cup, it offers a gentle alternative to ceramic, holding warmth close, soft in the hands. Designed with care, it brings calm to everyday moments and connection to something lasting.

Care Guide

About Your Mokune Wooden Cup
Each wooden cup is made with time, skill, and care, meant to be used and appreciated daily.
To protect its warmth and natural texture, a thin layer of food-safe polyurethane is applied. It shields the surface while keeping the soft feel of the Keyaki wood alive in your hands.
How to Care for It
Gently hand wash your yunomi cup with mild soap and a soft sponge.
Avoid soaking, high heat, or dishwashers, as they may affect the finish and shape.
After washing, dry it carefully and store it in a cool, well-ventilated place.
This simple care will help your wooden cup age gracefully, becoming more beautiful over time.

Crafted, Not Cloned

A Cup That Reflects Who You Are

At the end of the day, the choice is yours.
You can pick something mass-produced, just like millions of others. Or you can choose differently.
Our Mokune wooden cup is carved from solid Keyaki wood, shaped slowly by hand, with grain patterns that can never be repeated. No molds. No shortcuts. Just natural beauty, formed by time, care, and the quiet rhythm of skilled hands.
We believe objects should reflect the people who choose them, unique, thoughtful, and unmistakably real.
You deserve that kind of quality, that kind of presence.
And if that’s what you're looking for, we made this yunomi cup for you.

Slow the Rush

Find Stillness in the Everyday

In a world of constant motion, even five quiet minutes can feel like a gift.
That’s what this cup offers. A pause, a breath, a gentle ritual away from screens, deadlines, and endless noise.
Shaped from Japanese wood with a naturally fine grained wood surface, each of these handmade tea cups feels warm, grounded, and personal.
It doesn’t ask for attention, it invites you to slow your pace. To pause. To reconnect, quietly, one sip at a time.

Beauty in Simple Moments

Your Daily Pause, Refined

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The Journey Behind the Grain

From Forest to Form, With Care

In the wooded hills of Nara Prefecture, near the ancient Tōdaiji Temple where deer wander freely, the Tokuda Meiboku carries on a deep-rooted tradition.
Each handmade teacup begins with a piece of Japanese wood, shaped slowly on traditional wood lathes guided by skilled hands.
The name Tokuda Meiboku means “precious woods of Tokuda”, a quiet tribute to the material they honor.
With every curve, the Mokune wooden cup reflects a devotion to form, nature, and time, an expression of true Japanese craftsmanship.

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Cultural Notes

A Quiet Tradition, Held in Your Hands

In Japanese culture, the yunomi tea cup (湯のみ) is not reserved for rituals or guests. It’s an object of daily comfort, used for tea, yes, but also for the quiet moment it invites. It reflects an appreciation for pause, for presence.
Pair that with the deep respect for wood in Japanese woodworking art, and you find a tradition where vessels are shaped not only for function, but for feeling. Grain, weight, warmth, every detail matters.
The wooden cup becomes part of life’s rhythm. With Mokune, you don’t just hold a drink. You hold memory, season, and intention.

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Hand-shaped from solid Keyaki, this wooden cup reflects the quiet beauty of Japanese tableware. Its fine grain, gentle warmth, and balanced form are the result of time, tradition, and touch. A simple object, made to bring calm to the everyday.

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Wooden Cups Q&A

Can I microwave this wooden cup or put it in the dishwasher?

In short, no, but let us explain.
The Mokune wooden cup is finished with a thin, food-safe coating that helps protect the surface. Exposing it to intense heat, moisture, and repeated washing cycles, like those in dishwashers or microwaves, can weaken this finish, cause warping, and damage the natural grain.
Like any fine piece of japanese dinnerware, Mokune is best cared for by hand. A gentle wash with mild soap and a soft cloth is all it needs to stay beautiful and last for years.

Is the Mokune wooden cup food-safe?

Yes, absolutely.
Each wood cup is carefully sealed with a thin, food-safe layer of polyurethane. This finish protects the surface while preserving the natural feel and warmth of the wood. It’s safe for everyday use and resistant to minor spills or stains.
Like all quality wooden dinnerware, Mokune is crafted not only to be beautiful, but also to be used. Every detail, from the material to the finish, is chosen with your safety and experience in mind.

What types of drinks can I serve in the Mokune wooden cup?

Mokune is designed for versatility. While rooted in the tradition of Japanese teacups, it also works beautifully as a wooden coffee cup. Whether you enjoy herbal tea, pour-over coffee, or even a warm infusion, its smooth interior and insulating wood make every sip feel intentional.
If you're wondering what is a Yunomi, it's the everyday teacup used in Japan, simple, unpretentious, and meant to be part of life. Mokune honors that spirit, adapting easily to your personal rituals.

Does the appearance of a wooden cup change over time?

Yes, and that’s part of its quiet charm.
Made from natural wood, each wooden cup will slowly develop a deeper tone and softer sheen as you use it. This gentle aging reflects the character of Keyaki, a Japanese hardwood known for its expressive grain and warmth.
Rather than fading, Mokune evolves. Over time, it becomes more personal, marked by your daily rituals, shaped by use, and enriched by care.

Ok... but what makes the Mokune wooden cup truly unique?

What makes it different is more than just how it looks, it's how it's made, and what it's made from.
Each cup is patiently turned on wood lathes, then shaped by the hands of skilled artisans who follow the grain, not a mold.
The material, Keyaki wood, is known for its expressive patterns and rich, natural warmth. No two pieces of this unique Japanese wood are alike.
This means your Mokune isn’t just handcrafted. It’s unreproducible. A one-of-a-kind object shaped by nature, refined by care, and made to be yours alone.

Can I use this wooden cup every day?

Absolutely.
Mokune was made to be part of your everyday rhythm.
Unlike decorative objects that stay on a shelf, this cup is meant to be used and enjoyed, just like the best handmade coffee mugs or traditional wood teacups. Its food-safe finish and durable form make it perfect for daily tea, coffee, or herbal blends.
And with each use, it becomes more yours. The surface softens, the tone deepens, and what was once new becomes a quiet part of your daily routine.

How can I use the Mokune wooden cup in a Western-style table setting?

Though inspired by the traditional yunomi tea cup, Mokune is designed with modern versatility in mind. It works just as beautifully as a wood coffee cup, whether you're enjoying an espresso in the morning or serving guests an herbal infusion.
Its clean shape and natural tone blend effortlessly with both Eastern and Western aesthetics.
Pair it with a ceramic teapot, stoneware plates, or even minimalist glassware. It’s not about matching a style, it’s about adding quiet beauty to whatever table you call home.

Is the Mokune wooden cup a good gift idea?

Absolutely.
Mokune makes a meaningful and personal gift, something that feels rare, thoughtful, and lasting.

As one-of-a-kind wooden gifts, these cups are perfect for special occasions like birthdays, housewarmings, or even as elegant wood anniversary gifts. Crafted from natural wood and shaped by hand, no two are ever the same.
Looking for something refined yet grounded? Mokune is also a beautiful option for wood gifts for him, a blend of tradition, design, and quiet sophistication.

Why choose a wooden cup over ceramic or glass?

Wood offers something ceramic and glass can’t: warmth, softness, and a living texture that evolves with time.
Made from natural wood, Mokune has natural insulating properties that help maintain the temperature of your drink, warm or cool, without burning or chilling your hands.
Its fine grain wood surface feels smooth yet organic, with each curve and pattern shaped by nature, not machines.
Choosing wood means choosing something alive. A cup that holds not only your tea or coffee, but also the quiet story of the tree it came from.

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Where Wood Finds Its Voice

Mokune is written using the Japanese characters for wood (木, moku) and sound (音, ne). Together, they evoke the quiet harmony between nature and craftsmanship.
The name expresses what words often cannot, the presence, warmth, and stillness that emerge when wood is shaped by human hands.
This wooden cup, made from natural wood and inspired by the timeless form of the Yunomi, is carved from Keyaki, a revered Japanese hardwood. Each piece resonates with a one-of-a-kind grain and subtle tone, offering not just utility, but a feeling.
Not mass-made. Not found just anywhere.
Mokune is for those who choose something rare, intentional, and deeply personal.

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