Carved from dark basalt, the tray’s surface is carved to resemble the interlace of woven bamboo mats. The tray is supported by two asymmetrical supports of natural bamboo lumber, made from laminating multiple strips of bamboo together to form a solid and contrastingly beautiful foundation for the stone tray. A gradual slope drains water towards a line of small outlets near one edge of the tray.

Celebrated in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony 'chado' known as the 'Way of Tea' since the 12th Century, this highly shaded green tea uses the entire leaf delicately ground into a silky smooth chartreuse colored powder. With naturally occurring vitamins A and C, potassium and iron, nutrients and fiber, this is a healthy alternative to a morning cup of coffee.

Kyusu is the Japanese word for teapot, but has come to refer specifically to teapots with a single side handle. The beautiful grey glazing of the teapot has small hairline crackles that appear white when new, but will deepen in color with use, giving the entire teapot the appearance of antique stone or jade.