DOGÜ MAM

Our DOGÜ MAM Boxes are crafted with materials chosen for their purity, longevity, and cultural significance.
Each piece is designed to preserve the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship while protecting the delicate aroma and quality of your tea, to maintain their beauty and functionality for decades, we recommend the following care guidelines based on the materials used DOGÜ MAM is Your Tea’s modern reinterpretation of the traditional Japanese tea box, a vessel created to protect matcha with the same care and intention practiced for centuries.

In Japan, kiri wood (Paulownia) has long been used to safeguard what is precious: tea boxes, fine furniture, kimono chests, and heirloom items passed down through generations. Its exceptional qualities, lightweight structure, natural humidity control, and strong resistance to insects, made it an indispensable material for daily life and ceremonial culture.

As early as the Nara period (710–784 CE), kiri tea boxes were used to transport tea leaves, gradually evolving alongside the refinement of tea culture nurtured by aristocrats and samurai. Over time, their beauty and functionality elevated them beyond simple storage, establishing kiri boxes as treasured objects in their own right.

Your Tea draws inspiration from the deep roots of this tradition while infusing it with new meaning. The form of DOGÜ MAM is inspired by dogū, ancient clay figures believed for nearly 16,000 years to embody gods of fertility, abundance, and protection.

By bringing this symbolism into contemporary design, DOGÜ MAM transforms tea from a simple practice into an inner ritual — one that awakens the senses, invites reflection, and reconnects us with the sacred lineage of Japanese craftsmanship.

Archive the true Soul of Matcha

Nara period (710–784 CE)

Elements of Creation

  • Sosei Kiri Sustainable Wood for The Environment

    Sosei kiri is more than a material it’s a natural ally against global warming.

    This fast growing Japanese paulownia regenerates quickly, absorbs large amounts of CO₂, and reduces the pressure on traditional hardwoods. Its responsible cultivation supports reforestation efforts and promotes a more conscious approach to production.

    Lightweight, durable, and naturally efficient, sosei kiri offers an eco-friendly alternative that balances beauty, performance, and environmental responsibility.

  • Kiri Wood (Paulownia)

    Kiri Wood (Paulownia)

    Lightweight, breathable, and naturally insulating, Kiri wood has been used in Japan for centuries to protect valuable objects.

    Its unique cellular structure helps regulate humidity, making it ideal for preserving tea.

    Kiri ages gracefully gaining character over time while remaining resistant to warping and insects.

  • Japanese Craftsmanship Tradition Refined by Hand

    Each piece is shaped by skilled Japanese artisans who preserve centuries-old techniques of precision and minimalism.

    They transform sosei kiri through careful hand-finishing and natural oil treatments, following the philosophy of monozukuri: creating with intention, balance, and deep respect for the material.

    The result is an authentic, refined product where traditional craftsmanship meets modern functionality.